The Rotaract Club of Malabon Pioneer is presenting another DigiTalino: Start Your Journey through Digital Literacy seminar this March 2025 at Tinajeros National High School in Malabon City, continuing its mission of equipping students with essential digital skills.
See how Rotaract clubs empower communities—just like DigiTalino’s digital literacy training, and past efforts such as Rotaract and Rotary’s Soup-er Quick Response after Typhoons.
Empowering Youth Through Digital Literacy
The DigiTalino program, a service project of the Rotaract Club of Malabon Pioneer, successfully conducted its last session on October 30, 2024, at the Tinajeros National High School Audio-Visual Room. For the past two years, this initiative has trained 98 youth participants from various schools, including Malinta National High School and several institutions in Valenzuela City. The latest session saw 44 senior high school students from Tinajeros National High School engage in hands-on learning.
Aldei Rodriguez, Master Trainer Speaker of DigiTalino under the Break The Fake Movement and the ASEAN Digital Literacy Program (ADLP), led the training. Supported by Google.org and the ASEAN Foundation, Rodriguez is among the 59 master trainers in the Philippines who apply their expertise to educate targeted communities. He also serves as the Director of International Service for the Rotaract Club of Malabon Pioneer.
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Building Critical Thinking and Responsible Digital Citizens
The previous seminar featured John Vir Nino Mitra, President of the Rotaract Club of Malabon Pioneer, who highlighted the importance of digital literacy in today’s world. Christian Jay Lopez, SSLG Adviser at Tinajeros National High School, reinforced the school’s commitment to shaping responsible digital citizens.
DigiTalino’s interactive sessions focus on four key topics:
- The Power of Information – Understanding how information shapes perception and decision-making.
- Disinformation Today – Identifying and combating misleading information.
- Knowing Your Biases – Recognizing personal biases and their impact on digital interactions.
- How to be a Digitalino – Applying digital literacy for ethical and responsible engagement online.
Rotaract partner clubs played an active role in guiding participants through group discussions. Students completed Pre-Test and Post-Test Assessments and the DigiTalino Journey Worksheet to track their learning progress.
Learn how DigiTalino empowers youth with digital literacy—just like these expert tips on using Google and YouTube for authoritative news to fight misinformation.
Strengthening Digital Resilience in the ASEAN Region
The ASEAN Digital Literacy Programme (ADLP), in collaboration with the Rotaract Club of Malabon Pioneer, aims to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to combat fake news and promote media literacy. The initiative encourages critical thinking, helping participants become proactive in identifying and preventing the spread of disinformation.
Through this one-day capacity-building workshop, underserved sectors—including youth, persons with disabilities (PWDs), the elderly, Indigenous peoples, parents, government officials, and teachers—gain vital skills to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.
Equip yourself with digital literacy like the youth at DigiTalino—building on efforts such as this free media literacy magazine that helps Filipinos combat misinformation.
What is Rotaract?
Rotaract is a global service organization for individuals aged 18 and above, dedicated to creating impactful community programs while fostering professional development and international friendships. The Rotaract Club of Malabon Pioneer, established on August 10, 2022, is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Malabon East. Within its first year, it has launched numerous initiatives that benefit both local communities and the nation.
Be Part of the Movement
DigiTalino continues to bridge the digital divide, equipping Filipino youth with essential skills for a tech-driven world. Stay updated on the upcoming March session and be part of the movement towards responsible digital engagement. Follow the Rotaract Club of Malabon Pioneer for announcements and ways to get involved.
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