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| Watsons Philippines and Punlaan School officials at the formal launch of their partnership through a contract signing ceremony held last July 18, 2023 at the former's Head Office in Pasay City (Image Source: Sunstar/Watsons Philippines) |
Recognizing the transformative power of education, the Philippines' leading health, beauty and wellness retailer brand Watsons is taking a significant stride in changing lives and uplifting the community through its newly-forged partnership with Punlaan School that aims to empower young women and pave the way for a brighter future for all. Watsons’ partnership with a renouned institution such as Punlaan School empowers young women from underserved communities by providing essential training and education to aspiring students through the Apprenticeship Program, equipping them with the skills needed to achieve their dreams and creates more job opportunities, setting them on a path to success.
The Watsons & Punlaan School Apprenticeship Program offers a TESDA-accredited curriculum, ensuring quality education, recognized certification, and increased chances of employability. It emphasizes ladderized learning, allowing apprentices to progress and gain certifications as they develop their skills. The program aims to create job opportunities, promoting workforce stability, and empowering students to pursue fulfilling careers in the healthcare industry. The partnership between Watsons and Punlaan School was formalized in a contract signing ceremony held last July 18, 2023 at the Watsons Philippines Head Office in Pasay City with distinguished executives from Watsons and Punlaan School led by Watsons Philippines Managing Director Danilo S. Chiong and Imelda G. Nibungco, President, Punlaan School – Foundation for Professional Training, Inc. President Imelda G. Nibungco coming together in a gesture of solidarity and shared purpose.
"Our partnership with Punlaan School reflects our commitment to empowering young women, especially those from underprivileged backgrounds. Through the Apprenticeship Program, we aim to equip them with relevant skills, making them job-ready and empowered members of the community,” said Chiong. As Watsons and Punlaan School walk hand in hand on this transformative journey, the Apprenticeship Program Partnership is poised to create a lasting impact on countless lives. Through this collaboration, the dreams of aspiring young women will be nurtured, and communities will be strengthened with the power of education.
