Promoting both public health and cultural awareness, the Rotaract Club of Saint Louis University, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Eastern Pampanga, Pines City College of Dentistry, and the Sangguniang Kabataan of West Modernsite, conducted a half-day Dental Mission on 12 October 2025, at the West Modernsite Barangay Hall. The initiative aligned with the Rotary Year’s theme, “Unite for Good,” which highlights the importance of collaboration and collective service for the community.
The dental mission offered free oral check-ups and fluoride treatments to residents of West Modernsite and nearby areas. Volunteer dentists and dental students from Pines City College provided their expertise to ensure participants received quality preventive care and professional consultation. The activity sought to improve oral health awareness while extending accessible dental services to underserved sectors of the community.
In celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Month, the Rotaract Club of Saint Louis University volunteers also joined “Roots and Rhythms: Rediscovering Cordilleran Culture and Indigenous Heritage,” a seminar organized by the Sangguniang Kabataan of West Modernsite. The program shed light on the lasting influence of Cordilleran culture on Filipino identity and emphasized the importance of preserving indigenous traditions, values, and art forms.
At the heart of the event was the Cordilleran value of Binnadang, which embodies the spirit of community solidarity and mutual aid. This cultural principle was evident throughout the activities, as volunteers, youth leaders, and residents came together in a unified effort to serve and uplift one another. The collaboration demonstrated how service, when rooted in compassion and shared purpose, can strengthen community ties and promote collective well-being.
To complement the seminar, participants engaged in “Ugali at Sining: Poster-Making Activity on Cultural Practices and Indigenous Heritage.” The creative session encouraged artistic expression and inspired appreciation for indigenous life, showcasing how art can serve as a powerful medium for cultural pride and unity.
By combining public health outreach with cultural enrichment, the Rotaract Club of Saint Louis University and its partners exemplified a holistic approach to service, one that nurtures both physical wellness and cultural consciousness. The initiative stood as a living expression of Binnadang, reaffirming the Rotary vision of uniting for good through compassion, cooperation, and community-centered action. (Article by Marian Vicel W. Bumanghat | Photos from SLU Rotaract Club)
