By Leilanie G. Adriano
Staff reporter
Laoag
City—For bringing honor to the province and
inspiring their fellow youth to harness their world-class talents and skills,
the Ilocos Norte provincial government recognized at least 326 young Ilocanos
in front of the Provincial Capitol building on Friday evening, February 16,
2018.
The annual event is still a
part of the continuing bicentennial anniversary celebration of the province
where outstanding residents of Ilocos Norte received a commendation courtesy of
the Ilocos Norte government.
Citing active youth
participation as a vital component for inclusive growth and sustainable
development, senior Sangguniang Panlalawigan member Matthew Joseph M. Manotoc
who led the awarding ceremony, said “It is high time to recognize Ilocos Norte
youth who standout” in their respective fields of endeavor.
As youth leaders and
achievers, Mr. Manotoc urged the Ilokano youth to continue inspiring others for
the future.
According to Weenter Ventura,
Ilocos Norte Youth Development Office executive director, the Sirib Youth
Awards aims to recognize young Ilocanos aged 7-30 years old who brought
prestige to the province through their participation in various national and
international competitions from January to December 2017.
The awardees, categorized as
individual and group excelled in academics, leadership, sports, journalism,
culture and arts.
Along with certificates,
medals and trophies, the awardees also received cash incentives from the
provincial government. They also recognized coaches and teachers for sharing
their expertise to the learners.
Leading this year’s awardees
is a Pasuquin lass, Hazel Achuela who ranked 9th in the country’s
Agriculture Board Examination in November last year. Ms. Achuela graduated at
the Mariano
Marcos State University in Batac City.
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