By Jonah Mae B. Gabayeron, BA ELS – 4, Centralian Link Intern

Central Philippine University Girl Scouts proudly represent at the Regional Senior and Cadet Conference (RSCC) 2025 in Cebu City— EmpowHER to Lead: Visionary LeadHERship for Sustainable Change.

Three student representatives from Central Philippine University (CPU) recently participated in the Regional Senior and Cadet Conference (RSCC) 2025 held at the Marina Yulo-Vargas Regional Program and Training Center from February 14 to 16. The event brought together 93 participants from across the Visayas region under the theme EmpowHER to Lead: VISionary LeadHERship for Sustainable Change.

CPU students Princess Allea E. Alvarez (9-NARRA), Thyra Alexis Abellar (9-NARRA), and Francheska MJ. A. Jalando-on (10-MERCURY) joined the gathering, which aimed to empower young women and girls to become better leaders and changemakers within the Girl Scouting movement.

According to Jalando-on, the three-day conference featured a total of seven sessions, each designed to challenge and inspire participants through a variety of activities. These included Socials Night, Miss RSCC, Share-Swap-Sell (SSS), and Wide Games. The sessions, facilitated by the planning team and invited guest speakers, covered a range of topics such as leadership development, body confidence, and team building. Notably, the Free Being Me and Action Body Confidence programs from the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) were key highlights of the discussions.

Girl Scouts from across the Visayas region gather at the RSCC 2025 conference in Cebu, empowering young women to become leaders and changemakers for a sustainable future. The event features interactive sessions, cultural immersion, and team-building activities, fostering personal growth and community engagement.

“As one of the planning team members, the most meaningful part of the conference for me was seeing everything come together and knowing that the participants enjoyed themselves with the activities we prepared,” Jalando-on shared.

One of the most memorable sessions, Session 5: Outdoor Challenge, took participants on a journey through Cebu’s famous tourist destinations. Here, they engaged in interactive challenges such as interviewing tourists and vendors, immersing themselves in local culture, and gaining a deeper appreciation of Cebu’s rich history.

Jalando-on emphasized the importance of participating in gatherings like RSCC, as they provide opportunities for personal growth and leadership development. “It’s gatherings like these that help change a person in their becoming—helping them to discover their fullest potential and realize the strength that they hold.”

The conference underscored the impact of the Girl Scouting movement in shaping young leaders, reinforcing the value of community engagement, and cultivating a greater understanding of local heritage. Through activities like RSCC 2025, CPU students continue to develop into proactive and visionary leaders for sustainable change.