𝗖𝗧𝗨-𝗗𝗮𝗮𝗻𝗯𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The three-day extension project titled “Papaya and Moringa Cookie-Making for Community Health” of Cebu Technological University-Daanbantayan campus, successfully wrapped up in Barangay Poblacion, Talisay, Daanbantayan, which was held from November 15-17, 2024. This project aimed to improve community health and support sustainable livelihoods by teaching members of the KALIPI Women’s Group how to create nutritious, marketable cookies using locally available ingredients—papaya and moringa (malunggay).

Honorable Barangay Captain Leilanie Lahoylahoy and the barangay council supported this initiative. The program gathered 40 KALIPI women participants, led by the KALIPI President Ma’am Nenita, two Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (BSHM) on-the-job trainees, and the CTU extension team. Dr. Tracy L. Mantos, guided the team, namely Dr. Nikkithea L. Beduya, Dr. Honey Lou O. Layon, Dr. Iris L. Gulbe, Dr. Hannibal R. Layon, Prof. Salve T. Bucita, Prof. Analyn C. Frasco, Sir. Felixberto Lucabon, Jr., and Sir Norlito Amistoso. BSHM students Mr. Gulfan and Mr. Villarin showed the participants with their cookie-making expertise.

Participants underwent progressive training in safe food preparation and hygiene practices, which equipped them with valuable skills in food safety, supporting their families’ health and financial stability.

CTU Daanbantayan’s extension project signifies its commitment to community impact, bridging education with real-world applications, and empowering local women through sustainable, health-oriented initiatives.