Sustainable Development Goal 1: No Poverty focuses on ending poverty in all its forms everywhere. Western Philippines University contributes to this goal by promoting inclusive development, expanding access to educational and economic opportunities, and strengthening the capacities of individuals and communities, particularly those in underserved and vulnerable sectors. Through its instruction, research, extension services, and community partnerships, the university supports skills development, livelihood generation, entrepreneurship, and the transfer of knowledge and technologies that can improve productivity and household income. Its initiatives in agriculture, fisheries, natural resource management, and community development also help local producers and communities build sustainable livelihoods and make productive use of available resources. By connecting academic expertise with the needs of partner communities, WPU encourages self-reliance, economic participation, and greater resilience to social, economic, and environmental challenges. These efforts align with SDG 1’s objectives of reducing poverty in all its dimensions, improving access to economic resources and opportunities, and strengthening the resilience of vulnerable populations.
Our initiatives
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Palawan town ties up with WPU for Sustainable Aquaculture and River Systems Conservation
In a landmark step towards environmental conservation and sustainable resource management, the Municipality of Dumaran, Palawan has tapped the Western Philippines University (WPU) in the implementation of the recently approved Ordinance No. 2023-1010. The ordinance officially declares the Ilian River and other river systems in the town, along with the Macrobrachium shrimp population, as protected… Read more
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Training on Meat Processing Using Free-Range Paraoakan and Native Chicken Conducted by WPU Home Economics Department in Collaboration with The Paraoakan Project
FRIDAY October 11, 2024 – The department of Home Economics with their partner cooperatives namely the Aborlan Rainbow Marketing Cooperative (ARMC) and RICs from various barangays conducted a farm tour in WPU SAKA, followed by a training on meat processing using free-range paraoakan and native chicken. The Paraoakan (or Pawakan) is a breed native to… Read more
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WPU-ATBI leads Livelihood Training on Aquaculture and Agri-Natural Farming
The Western Philippines University – Agribusiness Technology and Business Incubation (WPU-ATBI) Team joined forces with the Tactical Operations Wing West (TOW West) and the Philippine Army Finance Center Producers Integrated Cooperative (PAFCPIC) Palawan Satellite Office to conduct a two-day Training-Workshop on Potential Livelihood Programs on August 1–2, 2024, at the WPU Puerto Princesa City Campus.… Read more
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Stakeholders Unite at WPU for Palawan Provincial Caravan on the West Philippine Sea
Leaders and representatives from national and local government units, academic institutions, and non-government organizations converged at Western Philippines University (WPU), Puerto Princesa City, on May 2–3, 2024, for the Palawan Provincial Caravan on the West Philippine Sea (WPS) — themed “Bayanihang Adhikain, Bayaning Aksiyon Para sa Kanlurang Dagat ng Pilipinas.” The event served as a… Read more
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WPU Advances Sustainable Land Use and Ecosystem Conservation Through Approved LUDIP
Western Philippines University (WPU) reinforces its environmental sustainability commitment. This is realized after the WPU Board of Regents approved the university’s Land Use Development and Infrastructure Plan (LUDIP) in a resolution titled “Approving the LUDIP of Western Philippines University.” The plan provides a framework for the responsible utilization, development, and management of university lands, supporting… Read more
