MANILA - The Philippine Resilience Awards (PRA) has opened nominations for its second year, aiming to recognize individuals making significant contributions to climate action and disaster resilience. This year's theme, 'Kabataan at Kababaihan: Katatagan ng Bayan,' focuses on celebrating the efforts of women and youth leaders across the nation.
According to Philippines News Agency, who initiated the awards, this year's PRA expands its recognition to include young leaders, building on the success of the previous year which celebrated notable women like Mayor Joy Belmonte of Quezon City and Dr. Shirley Agrupis of Mariano Marcos State University, among others. The awards aim to highlight the crucial roles both women and youth play in resilience building and disaster risk reduction.
The PRA is supported by a coalition of partners including the Climate Change Commission, Philippine Commission on Women, National Resilience Council, and others, reflecting a broad commitment to fostering a resilient future. Senator Legarda emphasized the importance of community and leadership in advancing climate action and invited potential nominees to engage with the cause.
Nominations are open until July 31, 2024, with details available on the official PRA nomination portal. Prospective nominees can find specific guidelines and submission procedures online, with separate categories for Women Resilience Champions and Youth Resilience Champions.