INVITATION TO TAO-Pilipinas' YP-OTP

The Young Professionals Program of TAO-Pilipinas Inc. invites NCR/Luzon-based young professionals, new graduates and 3rd-5th year college students in the fields of architecture, engineering (civil, geodetic, sanitary, electrical), and environmental planning to participate in the 4-day General Orientation Workshop on Social Housing scheduled on 17-20 August 2005.

This is the first stage activity of the Young Professionals Orientation and Training Program (YP-OTP) which aims to provide a venue for professional development in the field of human settlements primarily dealing with the informal sector through direct community-professional interaction. (To know more about the details of the program and for your guidance, please find the attached YP-OTP briefing paper.) The workshop shall be conducted in two levels: theory (lectures/training sessions, group activities) and practicum (exposure visits/field studies, 2-day community immersion).

Workshop participants shall be selected based on the following criteria:

Level A:  willingness to work with urban poor communities; strong inclination to go into community development work; and openness to learn and practice alternative development approaches in housing

Level B:  high level of consciousness about housing issues; experience in working with urban poor communities; and experience in working with socialized housing projects

Level C:  commitment to go into community development work

To apply, please complete the enclosed application materials and submit to:
TAO-Pilipinas, Inc.
P.O. Box 27 UP Campus, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City 1100

Closing Dates for Application: 
15 July 2005  - Deadline for receipt of application
18-22 July 2005  - Schedule for interviews
28 July 2005  - Release of YP workshop participants list
17-20 August 2005  - General Orientation Workshop on Social Housing

Workshop Fee: Php 2,000.00
A limited number of applicants will be selected as sponsored YP participants based on review of completed application forms and interview. Sponsorship shall cover workshop registration fees, including food and lodging.

Workshop Venue: (to be announced)

We invite you to take advantage of the opportunities we offer and at the same time we look forward to a dynamic collaboration with you in this endeavor towards creating more livable and just environments.

Sincerely,

Geraldine R. Matabang
Deputy Program Coordinator for Young Professionals Program
phone: 926-9504
telefax: 436-7301
mobile: 0919-2952673
email: grmatabang@gmail.com