ABOUT US

Why Are We Here?

"We believe that the youth is one of the most vulnerable sectors when conflicts arise. So it is only right that we also stand and use our voice, gifts, and enthusiasm to help resolve these conflicts."

Youth for Peace Movement Davao de Oro (YFPMDDO) is a Civil Society Organization (CSO) that advocates Peace and Development in the province through youth empowerment. We were founded on November 8, 2014, during the Election of our first Federation Officers held in Maco, Davao de Oro (formerly Compostela Valley).

Born out of the need to create an organization that would advocate peace all-over the Province, covering the municipalities of Pantukan, Mabini, Maco, Mawab, Nabunturan, Laak, Montevista, Monkayo, Compostela, New Bataan, and Maragusan, we became part of the national youth movement called Youth for Peace and Development Movement Philippines (YFPDMP) that is partnering with the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Local Government Units to implement significant programs that will help the youth who are vulnerable to the recruitment of lawless armed groups in the country. We are also under the Youth for Peace Movement TALBOS (YFPMT), our regional chapter.

Mission

To produce potential leaders in the province and for the province by empowering and equipping the youth with the knowledge and leadership skills; living, loving, and advocating peace.

Vision

To be the heart of empowerment and leadership among the youth in the Province of Davao de Oro; capable, reliable, and leading peace advocates to achieve sustainable development.

Goal

Attain peace through youth empowerment.

Objectives

Uphold inclusive youth participation to fulfill their vital role in nation-building;
Encourage youth volunteerism to assist the Provincial Local Government Unit (LGU) of Davao de Oro in all of its projects for the Youth and other youth sectors;
Organize and promote solidarity, cooperation and mutual assistance among the members of the organization and other youth sectors;
Advocate peace and promote nationalism among the youth sector; and
Undertake other activities not contrary to the laws of the Republic of the Philippines.

Guiding Principles

The YFPM Davao de Oro upholds the core values of patriotism, leadership and good citizenship. It promotes volunteerism, unity in diversity, and youth empowerment in order to form a stable organization of peace champions.