Co-creation Hubs

We aim to empower Junior and Senior High Schools in the Philippines to become dynamic Co-creation Hubs for addressing community challenges. By aligning our efforts with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and partnering with Sangguniang Kabataan Centers of Youth Participation, we aim to foster innovative, sustainable, and impactful solutions that resonate with the needs of our communities.

Our Vision

We envision a Philippines where young minds actively collaborate with local leaders to co-create solutions for community challenges, driving sustainable development and positive change.

Our Goals

• Empower Youth: Engage students in real-world problem-solving, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and leadership skills.

• Collaborate: Facilitate partnerships between schools, Sangguniang Kabataan, local governments, and communities.

• Innovate: Encourage the development of innovative solutions aligned with the SDGs.

• Impact: Create lasting, positive changes in communities through co-creation projects.

Our Approach

Aligning with the SDGs

Our initiatives are guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, ensuring that our projects contribute to global efforts for sustainable development. We focus on the following SDGs:

• SDG 1: No Poverty

• SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being

• SDG 4: Quality Education

• SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation

• SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

• SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

• SDG 13: Climate Action

Partnering with Sangguniang Kabataan

Through our partnership with Sangguniang Kabataan Centers of Youth Participation, we ensure that our projects are grounded in local needs and have the support of youth leaders who are passionate about community development. With SKs, we encourage co-creating initiatives along the following Centers of Youth Participation:  health; education; economic empowerment; social inclusion and equity; peace-building and security; governance; active citizenship; environment; agriculture, and global mobility 

Get Involved

For Students

• Join a Project Team: Participate in ongoing projects or propose new initiatives.

• Attend Workshops: Gain skills and knowledge through training sessions.

• Volunteer: Offer your time and skills to support community projects.

For Schools

• Become a Co-creation Hub: Register your school to participate in the program.

• Host Events: Organize community events and workshops.

• Collaborate: Work with other schools and community partners.

For Community Members

• Partner with Us: Collaborate on projects that address local challenges.

• Support: Provide resources, mentorship, and expertise.

• Engage: Attend events and participate in community discussions.

Resources

Toolkits and Guides

• Project Planning Toolkit: Step-by-step guide for planning and implementing community projects.

• SDG Alignment Guide: How to align your projects with the Sustainable Development Goals.

• Collaboration Handbook: Best practices for effective partnerships between schools, youth leaders, and communities.

Workshops and Training

• Upcoming Workshops: Schedule of training sessions and workshops.

• Past Workshops: Summaries and resources from previous events.

Contact Us

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you! Whether you're a student, teacher, community member, or potential partner, feel free to ask any questions or ideas.

Perspectives of a Mayor and Municipal Staff on Youth-driven Co-creation Hubs/Municipal Futures Labs

SKs can work closely with high schools and senior high schools by aligning student research projects with the municipal problem set. The first step is asking the Mayor and municipal leaders what they believe are priority problems that students can work on.

Sample Co-creation Hub Municipal Research Congress Proceedings

Fostering Co-ownership among Stakeholders in the Municipal Co-creation Network

Ordinance and MOU on Innovation Partnerships with Youth and Schools

Scaling Up Good Practices through Youth Changemakers and Barangays