SDG 1 No Poverty: Supporting the Start-Up of Financially and Socially Sustainable Businesses in Local Communities Through Education, Mentorship, Training, and University Resources
De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde supports local communities through educational outreach, skills development, creative workshops, and community-based initiatives that promote financial and social sustainability. Through collaboration among its academic programs, community partners, and local stakeholders, Benilde provides opportunities for participants to develop practical skills, explore income-generating activities, and strengthen their capacity for sustainable livelihoods.
The following activities highlight Benilde’s efforts to empower local communities through education, resource sharing, creative entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.
Komi Gives Back 2
AY 2024–2025
Komi Gives Back 2 is a community outreach initiative that gathers donations of art supplies and books for children in Benilde’s partner communities. The project aims to provide educational and recreational resources that inspire creativity, encourage learning, and support children’s personal development.
Felt Flower Mobile: Creative Skills Through Recyclable Materials
May 17, 2025
As part of the Benilde Summer Arts Festival, the Felt Flower Mobile project engaged teenagers in creating decorative flower mobiles and jewelry using recyclable materials. Conducted in collaboration with the Museum of Contemporary Art and Design (MCAD) and Kapitbahayan Partners, the workshop provided participants with opportunities to develop creative and practical skills that may support future livelihood activities.
The activity gathered 30 participants at the Benilde Blackbox, Design and Arts Campus (DAC), on May 17, 2025, promoting sustainability, resourcefulness, and community engagement through art.
Barangay Tourism Development: Promoting Sustainable Local Tourism
AY 2024–2025
The Barangay Tourism Development project aims to enhance tourism opportunities in Barangay 752, Manila, by promoting local culture, heritage, and community attractions. Conducted in collaboration with the School of Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management (SHRIM), the initiative supports community-driven tourism development and encourages local participation in sustainable tourism activities.
Through tourism education and community engagement, the project seeks to create opportunities for local economic growth and strengthen the community’s potential for tourism-related livelihood initiatives.
Basura to Kita: Transforming Recyclable Materials into Livelihood Opportunities
AY 2024–2025
Basura to Kita is an interactive community workshop developed by Benilde’s School of Environment and Design (SED). Through the initiative, students share their knowledge and practical skills in transforming recyclable materials into useful and marketable products.
The workshop promotes environmental sustainability while equipping community participants with creative recycling techniques that can be applied to income-generating activities. By connecting sustainability education with entrepreneurship, Basura to Kita encourages resourcefulness, waste reduction, and potential livelihood opportunities within local communities.
