Yakap sa Mamamayan or Yaman Advocacy Cooperative led by its Founder and Chairperson Lloyd Luna has successfully conducted its 5th pre-membership education seminar via Zoom as mandated by Cooperative Development Authority of the Philippines.
The meeting focused on addressing poverty in the Philippines through education and training initiatives, with discussions centered on a cooperative model for delivering affordable professional development programs.
In this meeting, the participants explored strategies to empower individuals and foster collaboration, including the development of associate members and training programs, while addressing challenges like budget constraints and training certification requirements.
Yaman concluded with plans to establish and manage a cooperative, emphasizing the importance of trust and experience in leadership, and agreed to follow up with orientation programs and further communication.
Addressing Poverty and Systemic Change
The speaker discussed the economic challenges faced by Filipinos, highlighting that 15.5% of the population, or 17.5 million people, live in poverty, while 5.9 million are underemployed. They emphasized the need for a deeper impact beyond motivation, as temporary inspiration may not lead to lasting change in individuals or society. The speaker shared their personal journey as a professional speaker and their realization that while fulfilling, the role lacks depth, prompting a desire to address systemic issues and contribute to meaningful change.
Poverty Alleviation Through Education
The meeting focused on strategies to alleviate poverty through training and education, emphasizing the importance of addressing societal gaps and providing access to quality training programs. Luna highlighted three traps of poverty: identity, competition, and smallness of thinking, and proposed an advocacy cooperative model to empower individuals and foster collaboration. The group discussed the concept of collective financial wealth and the need for open-mindedness to explore new ideas for poverty alleviation. They agreed to focus on enriching people’s knowledge and nurturing service to achieve shared growth and wealth.
Cooperative Training and Development Program
The meeting discussed a cooperative training program offering affordable professional development opportunities. Members can access various training programs, including administrative and sales courses, for minimal fees ranging from P49 to P999. The cooperative provides non-taxable dividend income to its members and serves as a platform for skill development and networking, with opportunities for members to become trainers or subject matter experts.
School Cooperative Model Benefits
The meeting discussed the structure and benefits of a cooperative model for schools and organizations, including professional development and training programs. Luna explained that schools could become members or partial owners of the cooperative, allowing them to generate additional income through service charges and dividends. Roger clarified that training certificates have a validity period of five years, after which they are not considered for promotions. The discussion also covered budget constraints, the need for training programs, and the potential for cooperative partnerships with formal companies.
Associate Member Training Program Development
The meeting discussed the development of associate members and training programs. Luna explained that associate members, including development trainers and speakers, participate in a 12-month learning session and attend the Annual General Assembly for free. The group discussed budgeting for training, with Luna mentioning a 50,000 peso budget for speakers and plans to use 15-20% of the education fund for training. They also explored the possibility of partnering with training providers and organizing both online and offline training sessions nationwide.
Cooperative-Training Partnership Exploration
The meeting discussed a potential collaboration between a cooperative and a training organization. Reggie, representing the cooperative, inquired about products and training programs that could be offered to their members. Luna explained that the cooperative could benefit from affordable training programs, as their current options are expensive. They agreed to explore a partnership where the cooperative could provide training to their members at a reduced cost. The discussion also covered membership fees and share capital requirements for the cooperative.
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