The Provincial Government of Quirino held a mental health awareness summit in partnership with PLDT and Smart, featuring mental health professionals such as Riyan Portuguez, Dr. Gia Sison, and Macoy Dubs. The initiative aims to promote mental health awareness and wellness, highlighting the importance of taking care of one’s mental health. Provincial Governor Dakila Carlo “Dax” E. Cua expressed gratitude for the partnership and the opportunity to destigmatize mental health issues and share hope.
“With our Better Today program, we aim to provide a safe space for everyone to create and spark inter-generational conversations on mental health and wellness. As a community platform, Better Today strengthens the vision of togetherness and camaraderie – and how, in every way, it becomes an important reminder that you are not alone. This is a key part of our advocacy in PLDT and Smart to provide a safe, inclusive space for everyone, to help enhance the positive impacts of technology in the lives of Filipino people,” said Cathy Yang, First Vice President and Group Head for Corporate Communications.
The summit enabled the participants to process the lessons learned during the breakout sessions. They were also given an opportunity to engage with Portuguez by asking their questions on mental health-related topics, including self-care, managing and regulating strong emotions, and creating healthy habits to enhance one’s mental and emotional wellbeing.
Promoting digital wellness is a key part of PLDT and Smart’s continuing commitment to help the Philippines contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goal (UNSDG) #3 that stands for good health and well-being.
