CMAS, CCJC First Responders hold mangrove planting in Dalahican
The Criminology Martial Arts Society of the College of Criminal Justice and Criminology, in collaboration with the CCJC First Responders, conducted the “Roots of Hope Community Extension Service” on March 15, in Barangay Dalahican to promote environmental protection and coastal sustainability.
The activity gathered 12 participating members for a mangrove tree-planting initiative that supported coastal ecosystem restoration and preservation.
Students, volunteers and local residents worked together to plant mangrove seedlings as part of efforts to strengthen coastal defense, improve environmental awareness and encourage community participation.
Facilitators guided participants throughout the activity and discussed the role of mangroves in preventing soil erosion, reducing the impact of storm surges and maintaining ecological balance.
The hands-on experience also helped participants develop teamwork, discipline and a shared sense of responsibility for environmental care.
Through the initiative, CMAS and the CCJC First Responders strengthened community engagement and promoted environmental stewardship through direct conservation action.
The activity reflected Enverga University’s core values of Service, Mindfulness and Fortitude by encouraging students to serve the community, care for the environment and respond to ecological challenges with resilience. It also supported transformative learning by allowing participants to apply environmental knowledge through practical conservation work.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – The mangrove planting activity supported climate resilience and environmental protection in a coastal community.
- SDG 15: Life on Land – The initiative contributed to the restoration and protection of local ecosystems through tree planting.
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – The activity showed collaboration among CMAS, CCJC First Responders, students, volunteers and local residents in support of sustainable development.
