Green Day 2024, with the theme "Youths, the Modern Maria Makiling of Today" reflects the crucial role the youths play in protecting and forwarding initiatives for the environment.


Maria Makiling is a deity responsible for protecting the Mount Makiling, it is believed that those who abuse the blessings brought by nature to the people shall face her punishments, on the other hand those who responsibly take from natural resources and protect the environment are blessed by her.


This university wide event not only raises the environmental awareness of the student, but also their sense of responsibility, as well as protecting the environment through advocacies, by utilizing photographs and videos that can help the youth in celebrating Mother Earth in its abundance.

Activities for Participation

EcoReels:

This competition aims to showcase the abilities of the participants to appreciate different forms of life through the lenses. For this year’s concept, biodiversity, environmental protection, and harmony with nature is the core focus

PitiKALIKHAsan:

This event is a celebration of appreciating the beauty and the power of Mother Earth. This competition allows the participants to show off their ability to capture a picture fully appreciating the concept of biodiversity, environmental protection and harmony with nature.

Green Ambassador:

The search for the first ever green ambassador in WVSU. The participants would be judged based on their advocacy, wit, and critical thinking. The Green Ambassador shall have the responsibility to further the green initiatives of the university together with partner organizations and offices.

Green Day 2024 is also involved in promoting SDG 4 (Quality Education),SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 17 (Partnership for the Goals) and SDG 15 (Life on Land).

Workshops

To advance sustainable development goals through agripreneurship.

Tanim at Iwas: Agricultural Sustainability through Urban Gardening

Introduce sustainable urban gardening practices to promote food security and environmental conservation in small spaces.

Layunin: Mobilizing Partnerships for Environmental Advocacy

Foster collaboration among environment-focused organizations, educational institutions, and interest groups to champion sustainable agriculture and agribusiness.

Booth Displays

Busog at Unawa: Agripreneurship Innovations

Introduce innovative food products and agribusiness concepts.

Biodiversity Corner

To let students appreciate the beauty and importance brought by biodiversity through posters, herbariums and animal preservations.