Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being emphasizes the importance of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for people of all ages. Western Philippines University supports this goal through initiatives that promote health awareness, disease prevention, safety, and overall well-being among its academic community and partner communities. Through its instruction, research, and extension programs, the university encourages healthy lifestyles, strengthens awareness of public health concerns, and promotes access to relevant health and safety information. It also undertakes activities that address community needs, build preparedness for health and safety risks, and foster environments conducive to physical, mental, and social well-being. By integrating health-related concerns into its academic and community engagement efforts, WPU contributes to building safer, healthier, and more resilient communities. These initiatives align with SDG 3’s objectives of reducing preventable illnesses and deaths, promoting mental health, strengthening health awareness and prevention, and advancing well-being for all.
Our initiatives
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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 Launches “FriPlay: Free Play Every Friday” to Promote Health and Wellness
Western Philippines University has officially launched FriPlay: Free Play Every Friday, a new wellness initiative encouraging all faculty, staff, and students to stay active and embrace a healthy lifestyle. The program is in line with the Civil Service Commission’s Memorandum Circular No. 38, s. 1992, also known as The Great Filipino Workout, and its reiteration… Read more
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ICYMI || Red Cross Youth Palawan conducts blood donation activity at WPU
The Red Cross Youth Palawan, in its mandate to empower youth through humanitarian efforts, joined forces with the Western Philippines University Main Campus-College Red Cross Youth Council to relaunch the Pledge 25 Blood Donation campaign yesterday, August 14. Under the theme “Give Blood, Give Plasma, Share Life, Share Often,” RCY Palawan aims to inspire individuals… Read more
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WPU Launches “Kaen Tami” Free Breakfast Program for Students
Western Philippines University (WPU) has rolled out Kaen Tami, a free breakfast program at its Main Campus, aimed at supporting students’ well-being and academic performance starting August 12. The initiative provides a daily nutritious meal to students who arrive early for classes, helping them start their day with the energy needed for both learning and… Read more
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Prohibition of PUVs inside the University Premises
Western Philippines University (WPU) continues to uphold its commitment to campus safety by implementing a policy that prohibits public utility vehicles from entering the university premises. The measure was adopted to help maintain a safe, orderly, and conducive environment for learning and work. By restricting the entry of public utility vehicles, the university minimizes traffic… Read more
Policies
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Non-Discrimination Against Women
WPU upholds Republic Act No. 9710, also known as the Magna Carta of Women, which promotes gender equality and protects women’s rights within the university. The university is committed to providing equal opportunities in education, employment, healthcare, and student services while taking appropriate measures to prevent discrimination and harassment. WPU also supports accessible reporting and…
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Paternity Leave
WPU complies with Republic Act No. 8187, also known as the Paternity Leave Act of 1996, which grants seven (7) days of paternity leave with full pay to eligible married male employees for the first four (4) deliveries of their legitimate spouse with whom they are cohabiting. The university upholds this policy by ensuring that…
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Maternity Leave
WPU complies with Republic Act No. 11210, or the Expanded Maternity Leave Law, which grants eligible female employees 105 days of paid maternity leave, with the option to extend for an additional 30 days without pay. Solo mothers are also entitled to an additional 15 days of paid maternity leave, subject to the law’s provisions.…