UST SIMBAHAYAN Community Development Office

"Proclaim the truth and do not be silent through fear." - St. Catherine of Siena

Today UST SIMBAHAYAN celebrates the Feast Day of St. Catherine of Siena, Virgin and Doctor of the Church and the Patroness of the SIMBAHAYAN Community Development Office.

A 14th-century visionary and counselor, St. Catherine moved beyond quiet prayer to fearlessly serve the sick and advocate for peace. We honor her legacy of fearless service and profound faith as we reaffirm our commitment to serving our partner communities with a heart for justice and a spirit of compassion.

May her life continue to ignite our passion for social transformation and Thomasian service.

The wait is almost over! Join us as we unveil the winners of the 8th SIMBAHAYAN Bartolome de las Casas Community Engagement Poster Exhibit Contest and celebrate the inspiring works that capture the spirit of sailing forward and carrying the hope of development.

Be part of this special moment at the Awarding Ceremony on May 6, 2026, at 1:30 PM, at the George S.K. Ty Function Hall, 4th Floor, Buenaventura G. Paredes, O.P. Building, UST Manila.

🌍 VOICES OF THE POOR, VOICE OF THE EARTH 🗣️

The UST SIMBAHAYAN Community Development Office and Research Center for Social Sciences and Education, in collaboration with the Dominican Family for Justice, Peace, and Care for Creation - Philippines, proudly invites everyone to take part in the Bartolomé de las Casas Research Conference 2026. Carrying the powerful theme, “Voices of the Poor, Voice of the Earth: Community-engaged Research for Social Justice and Care for Creation.” This conference serves as a meaningful platform for scholars, students, researchers, educators, community leaders, and advocates to come together in dialogue and action. It is a gathering that recognizes the importance of research not only as an academic pursuit but as a tool for transformation, solidarity, and hope.

We warmly invite everyone to participate in this inspiring academic gathering. Whether you are a student eager to learn, a researcher ready to share new knowledge, an educator passionate about meaningful discourse, or a community advocate committed to creating change, this conference welcomes your presence and your voice. Engage in conversations that matter, exchange ideas that inspire action, and connect with individuals who share the same vision of justice, compassion, and sustainability.

📌 Join us and pre-register through this link: https://forms.gle/KWuEyyateowy9REJ8

Let this be an opportunity to grow intellectually, collaborate purposefully, and contribute to research that creates real impact in society. Together, let us amplify the voices that go unheard, care for our common home, and build a future rooted in dignity, solidarity, and hope. Your participation can make a difference. Join us and be part of the movement for social justice and care for creation. ✨