Poverty

Good day, everyone! I’m [Name], and today I want to talk about something that affects many
people, not just here in the Philippines but all around the world: poverty, or kahirapan. Poverty
means not having enough money for things like food, shelter, or even education. Nakakalungkot
isipin, pero maraming pamilya ang hirap na hirap makatawid sa araw-araw.

But there is hope! The United Nations has a plan to help end poverty. It’s called the 17
Sustainable Development Goals or SDGs. These goals aim to make the world a better place by
2030, and guess what? All the goals are connected. If we solve one problem, it helps solve others
too. Let me explain how poverty connects to these goals:
1. Goal 1: No Poverty – The first goal is clear: to end poverty everywhere. This means making
sure everyone has enough money, food, and a safe place to live.
2. Goal 2: Zero Hunger – Hunger and poverty are best friends, sadly. When people are hungry,
they can’t work or learn well. If we can end hunger, people can live healthier, more productive lives.
3. Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being – When people don’t have money, they can’t afford
healthcare, kaya mas madali silang magkasakit. By giving people access to good healthcare, they
can stay healthy and have a better chance of escaping poverty.
4. Goal 4: Quality Education – Education is one of the best ways to break free from poverty. If
kids go to school and get a good education, they can get better jobs and help their families rise from
hardship.
5. Goal 5: Gender Equality – Girls and boys should have the same opportunities. But in many poor
areas, girls don’t always get the chance to study or work, which makes poverty worse. Giving equal
opportunities to everyone can help reduce poverty.
6. Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation – Clean water is something many of us take for granted,
but maraming tao ang walang access dito. If we give people clean water, we prevent diseases and
improve their quality of life.
7. Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy – Many poor communities don’t have electricity, or they
rely on dirty energy sources. Clean and affordable energy can help these areas grow, improve lives,
and create opportunities.
8. Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – To really end poverty, we need more jobs—
good jobs that pay well and provide security. Decent work means people can support their families
and have a stable life.
9. Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Roads, hospitals, and schools are essential
for communities to grow. If we build strong infrastructure, we give people more chances to improve
their lives and escape poverty.
10. Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities – Inequality makes poverty worse. We need to make sure
everyone, rich or poor, has the same opportunities to succeed.
11. Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – In cities, we need safe, affordable housing
for everyone. If people can live in safe homes, it helps reduce poverty, especially in big urban
areas.
12. Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – We need to manage our resources
wisely. If we reduce waste and share resources fairly, we can make sure everyone has enough of
what they need.
13. Goal 13: Climate Action – Climate change affects poor people the most. Bagyo, baha, at
tagtuyot (typhoons, floods, and droughts) make it even harder for people to escape poverty. Taking
care of our planet protects vulnerable communities from disasters.
14. Goal 14: Life Below Water – The oceans provide food and jobs, especially for people living in
coastal areas. Protecting the ocean means protecting the livelihoods of people who depend on
fishing.
15. Goal 15: Life on Land – Forests and farmlands are crucial for food and resources. If we protect
these, we support people living in rural areas, many of whom are poor.
16. Goal 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions – War and violence make poverty even
worse. If we promote peace and justice, communities can grow and recover from conflict.
17. Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals – No country can end poverty alone. We need
governments, businesses, and regular people to work together to make these goals happen.

So, as you can see, all these goals are connected to poverty. Solving one problem helps solve
another, and if we work together, we can make the world a better place.
As students, we might think we’re too young to make a difference, but every small action counts!
We can raise awareness, help in our communities, and support programs that work on these goals.
Remember, kahit maliit na bagay, malaking tulong.
Let’s work together to make sure no one is left behind, and that one day, poverty will be a thing of
the past.
Thank you, and maraming salamat po!
Access to Quality Education

Good day po, everyone! I’m [Name], and today I want to talk about something that’s really important
to me: access to quality education or pagkakaroon ng magandang edukasyon. Education is
one of the most powerful tools we have to improve our lives, but not everyone gets the chance to go
to school, especially in poorer areas around the world, including here in the Philippines.

Education is a right, not just a privilege. When we go to school, we learn new things, we discover
our talents, and we prepare for the future. But many children don’t get to experience this because of
problems like poverty, distance, or lack of resources. This is why the United Nations made
education one of their 17 Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs.

Goal 4, which focuses on Quality Education, aims to make sure that everyone—rich or poor, girl
or boy—has access to learning opportunities. But did you know that education also helps achieve
many of the other goals? Let me tell you how.

First, Goal 1: No Poverty. When children get a good education, they can find better jobs and lift
their families out of poverty. Goal 2: Zero Hunger also connects, because students who are hungry
can’t focus on learning. If we reduce hunger, we help students do better in school.

Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being reminds us that education also teaches us how to stay
healthy. We learn about hygiene, proper nutrition, and how to avoid getting sick. And then there’s
Goal 5: Gender Equality—in some places, girls don’t have the same opportunities to go to school
as boys. But if we make sure girls can go to school, we help them and their families have better
futures.

Another important goal is Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation. Imagine trying to study in a school
with no clean water or proper bathrooms. This is a big issue in some areas, and it needs to be fixed
for students to feel safe and focus on learning.

Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy helps, too, because schools need electricity to have lights,
computers, and fans. If we use clean energy, like solar power, we can help schools in rural areas.
Of course, education also links to Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth. If students get a
good education, they can find jobs that pay well and help their communities grow. We also need
good infrastructure, like roads and school buildings, which connects to Goal 9: Industry,
Innovation, and Infrastructure.

Finally, Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities shows us that education helps make things fairer for
everyone. Whether you're rich or poor, education gives everyone a chance to succeed.

Now, why is this important? Without quality education, children are stuck in a cycle of poverty,
and their communities suffer. But with education, kids can dream big, reach their goals, and help
their families and communities improve. Education gives us the power to change the world.
As students, we can do our part by valuing our own education and encouraging others to stay in
school. We can also raise awareness about the importance of education for all kids, not just those
who can afford it.
Let’s work together to make sure every child, no matter where they live, has access to quality
education. Together, we can build a brighter future for everyone.
Maraming salamat po, and thank you for listening!
Gender Equality: A Fair World for Everyone
Hello everyone,

Today, I want to talk about something very important—gender equality. Have you ever thought
about how boys and girls should have the same opportunities and be treated equally? Gender
equality is about making sure that no matter if you're a boy or a girl, you can follow your dreams, get
a good education, and be respected for who you are. Sadly, this doesn’t always happen, and many
girls and women around the world, including in the Philippines, still face challenges.
In some places, girls are not able to go to school because their families don’t have enough money
or they have to help at home. Can you imagine not being able to study just because you’re a girl? In
other cases, women work just as hard as men, but they don’t get paid the same. That doesn’t seem
fair, does it?

The United Nations (UN) knows this is a problem, and they are working hard to fix it. Gender
equality is one of their big goals. The UN wants to make sure girls and women have the same
chances as boys and men, whether that’s going to school, finding a good job, or becoming leaders.
Here in the Philippines, we’ve made a lot of progress. We’ve had women presidents, and many
strong women lead in our government and businesses. But even though we’ve come far, there are
still problems. Some girls, especially in poorer areas, have to drop out of school to help their
families. I can’t imagine how hard that must be for them, knowing that they want to learn but can’t.

And then there’s the issue of pay. Even though there are laws that say women should get the same
pay as men, it doesn’t always happen. Some women earn less for doing the same work as men,
which is called the gender pay gap. On top of that, some women experience things like violence
and harassment, which makes it even harder for them to feel safe or be treated fairly.

But there’s hope! The Philippines is working with the UN to make things better. We have programs
to help girls stay in school and support women in the workplace. We also have laws to stop violence
against women. I believe that if we all work together, we can create a world where boys and girls
have the same chances to succeed.

Now, you might be wondering, "What can I do to help?" Even though we’re still young, there’s a lot
we can do! It starts by treating each other with respect. We can support our classmates, no matter
their gender, and stand up when we see someone being treated unfairly. We can encourage girls to
dream big and believe in themselves. And boys can help by showing respect to girls and sharing
responsibilities at home.

In the end, gender equality is about making the world a better place for all of us. When everyone
gets a fair chance, we can all achieve amazing things. The UN and the Philippines are doing their
part, and I know that together, we can make a difference, too.
Thank you!