The UP Visayas Language Program (LP) and the UP Visayas University Library, in partnership with Mr. Zyrel T. Rojo and Ms. Jhoanna G. Rojo, turned over 50 children’s book titles to the Municipality of Janiuay on July 2, 2026 at the New Conference Hall in Janiuay, Iloilo.
The turnover is the second phase of the UPV LP Read UP Literacy Project. It follows the Read Aloud workshops conducted for child development workers in March and April 2026. The book donation was made possible through the generosity of the Rojo family in coordination with the UPV University Library.
The collection was formally received by municipal officials and personnel – Mayor Paulino Parian, Vice Mayor Atty. Felizardo D. Amigable Jr., Sanguniang Bayan Member Felix Barranco, Municipal Social Welfare and Development Officer (MSWDO) Ms. Elizabeth G. Sevilla, Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Focal Person Ms. Menzie Brizal, and Mr. Raffy Parpa – together with the town’s child development workers. Several day care learners and their parents also joined the ceremony.
Representing UPV were Ms. Analiza S. Linaugo (University Library), Asst. Prof. Rene C. Trance (UPV LP faculty-in-charge), Ms. Marian Janice M. Mediana (UPV LP staff), Ms. Sophia Diasanta (UPV Library staff), and Ms. Gyca Magusara (UPV Library staff).
In their messages, municipal officials reaffirmed the LGU’s commitment to literacy and early childhood care and development and expressed continued support to the partnership between UPV and the municipality in future projects.
Now in its eighth year, the Read UP Literacy Project is the UPV LP’s flagship service initiative, fostering a love for reading among young learners.
Written by Rene C. Trance
Photo credit: Janiuay LGU
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