GENERAL LUNA, SIARGAO —The Local Youth Development Office (LYDO) of General Luna, in partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), conducted a Capacity Development Skills Training on Canva and Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of the Linggo ng Kabataan 2026 celebration. The activity equipped young participants with practical digital skills in design, creativity, productivity, and the responsible use of AI. The training aims to help young residents apply these skills in school requirements, workplace tasks, community initiatives, and future livelihood opportunities. It also reflects the municipality’s efforts to prepare its youth for the demands of an increasingly digital environment.
Learning Digital Design and Artificial Intelligence
The session covered two key areas: Canva for digital design and AI for productivity and innovation. Resource Speaker Mr. Clark Jirves S. Consigna guided participants through Canva, demonstrating how the platform can be used to create graphics, presentations, marketing materials, and other visual content. Meanwhile, Ms. Shielamhe M. Laid introduced participants to the fundamentals of AI, including its practical applications and responsible use across different settings. The hands-on approach allowed participants to explore tools they can apply immediately in their academic, professional, and community-related activities.
Equipping Youth for Future Opportunities
Digital design and AI competencies are becoming increasingly useful in education, employment, entrepreneurship, and community work. By gaining exposure to these tools, young people in General Luna can strengthen their creativity, critical thinking, adaptability, and ability to respond to changing digital demands. The benefits can also extend beyond individual participants. Youth equipped with digital skills can contribute to local businesses, school organizations, community projects, and other initiatives that require creative and technology-based solutions.
Expanding Access to Digital Learning
The partnership between LYDO and DICT also highlights the importance of making digital education accessible to young people in local communities. Providing opportunities to learn emerging technologies can help narrow the digital gap and give youth greater access to skills that may support their future goals. As part of Linggo ng Kabataan 2026, the training reinforces the value of education and skills development in youth empowerment. By investing in digital competencies today, General Luna is helping prepare its young residents to participate more confidently in the community and in an increasingly technology-driven future.
