SENATOR Loren Legarda reaffirmed her commitment to fostering collaboration and dialogue for lasting peace and education reform.

“This new year inspires us to alleviate poverty through sustainable livelihood programs, ensure access to quality education and healthcare, and promote job creation that empowers individuals and families,” said Legarda, commissioner of the 2nd Congressional Commission on Education.

“As we enter 2025, let us carry with us the light of hope and the strength of unity. The past year challenged and inspired us, reminding us of the extraordinary courage and compassion that define the Filipino spirit,” she added.

Legarda emphasized that by coming together, Filipinos turned obstacles into opportunities, reached new milestones, and renewed their commitment to building a future full of purpose and possibility.

She also highlighted the success of the inaugural international conference on Philippine Studies, Dialogo: Philippine Studies Goes Global, organized by the University of the Philippines Asian Center in partnership with the Office of Cultural Diplomacy of the Department of Foreign Affairs.

“What began as a vision in 2016 to deepen global understanding of Filipino culture and history has now grown into a vibrant program involving over 20 universities worldwide,” she said.