In a continued effort to promote environmental consciousness among the youth, RC Makati successfully sponsored two film showings of “A Thousand Forests” in collaboration with I.Syoot Multimedia. The screenings, held for nearly 3,000 students across two schools, highlighted the critical role forests play in combating climate change and the importance of multi-sectoral efforts in reforestation. A Thousand Forests is an initiative led by the University of the Philippines Los Baños - College of Forestry and Natural Resources (UPLB-CFNR) and supported by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). The project aims to plant two million hectares of forests by 2050 through broad collaboration.
On October 12, 2024, over 2,600 students from the Sisters of Mary School – Girlstown in Silang, Cavite, participated in the first film screening. Leading the event were Pres. Keith & First Ann Rachel Harrison, PP Charlie and Chinit Rufino, PP JunJun Dayrit, PP Louie Aseoche, and Rtn. CB Rivilla. The day began with an MTV recording of the song and dance performance “Let’s Build a Forest” by Girlstown students and six child actors—Sky, Rashid, Champ, Sunshine, Morena, and Ali—held in the school’s gymnasium. RC Makati members joined in the lively performance, creating a celebratory atmosphere.
Following the MTV shoot, students, actors, and RC Makati members participated in a symbolic tree-planting activity at the Girlstown mini-forest. Afterward, the Sisters of Mary hosted a hearty lunch for all attendees. The afternoon continued with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the UPLB Climate Change Exhibit at the Girlstown library. UPLB-CFNR Dean Marlo Mendoza, guest speaker at the RC Makati’s Dinner Meeting last August 27, delivered opening remarks. The ceremony was also attended by Ms. Susan Afan, president of the Ramon Magsaysay Awards Foundation, UPLB Chancellor Jose and Ruth Camacho, and Sr. Elena Belarmino, General Superior of the Sisters of Mary. The film showing, which took place at the gymnasium, opened with a message from Pres. Keith Harrison, emphasizing the need for youth involvement in climate action. The students watched attentively as the film shed light on the importance of preserving and restoring forests for future generations.
On October 17, 2024, the A Thousand Forests film was shown to 500 students from Gen. Pio Del Pilar National High School, RC Makati’s adopted school in Barangay Poblacion, Makati City. The event was attended by Pres. Keith, FA Rachel, Past District Governor Tony Quila, District Governor-Elect Reggie Nolido, PP Louie Aseoche, Rtn. Rante Aguila, school principal Mrs. Juliet Melo, and selected teachers. Before the screening, Pres. Keith addressed the students, highlighting the significance of the film and the role they can play in environmental preservation. After the screening, students and teachers enjoyed a meal provided by the RC Makati, capping off an enlightening day focused on environmental education and awareness.
The “A Thousand Forests” project has gained significant momentum since the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) during the RC Makati dinner meeting on August 27, where the club committed to sponsoring the initiative with Php 170,000. This environmental advocacy aims to inspire and empower the next generation to be active participants in the fight against climate change.
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