Evidence of Outreach and Capacity-Building for Policy and Law Makers

Evidence DescriptionNarrative
Benilde’s collaboration with the national education reform body EDCOM 2See article: EDCOM 2 partners with Benilde, Metrobank Foundation, and The Asia Foundation for education reform


Benilde contributes to national policy work by supporting the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2), a legislative body reviewing the Philippine education system. This partnership strengthens policymaker engagement, enhances dissemination of policy findings, and supports evidence-informed reform—demonstrating Benilde’s role in advancing strong institutions under SDG 16.
Benilde’s multi-year capacity-building with barangays and public schoolsSee article: Benilde expands community partnerships for social empowerment

Through the Center for Social Action (CSA), Benilde delivers capacity-building initiatives with public schools, barangay units, and community groups. These programs strengthen local institutional capabilities through education, leadership development, and community support—contributing to improved governance and aligned with SDG 16’s goals of strengthening institutions.