Young SDG Navigators Challenge
Baguio City
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Overview
The Barangay SDG Innovation Challenge (AI-Enabled) is a 12-week, project-based program where barangay youth teams and mentors co-create practical, low-cost solutions aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Baguio’s Livability Index. It integrates simple AI-assisted tools—such as chatbots, summarizers, and dashboards—to help teams analyze local issues, design prototypes, and learn faster. Iteration begins in Week 3 following the Problem-Driven Iterative Adaptation (PDIA) cycle of problem framing, experimentation, learning, and adaptation.
Why this matters
Baguio’s Livability Index identifies pressing local concerns—water supply, health and nutrition, disaster readiness, solid-waste management, and mobility. The challenge empowers youth to address these issues using evidence and rapid experimentation. Teams act as barangay “SDG innovators,” testing ideas that can inform citywide scaling and the annual Voluntary Local Review.
Who can join
Senior High School students (Grades 11–12), 3–5 members per team—one team per barangay.
Mentors such as teachers, SK officers, or barangay focal persons.
Partners from universities, CSOs, and city offices providing guidance or micro-support.
How it works: 12-Week Timeline
Week 1 – Orientation and Quick Scan
Citywide launch and learning on SDGs, the Livability Index, and PDIA basics. Each team conducts a one-page baseline scan using short surveys and observations.
Weeks 2–3 – Deep Dive and Iteration Cycle 1
Teams interview residents and officials, map root causes using PDIA tools (5 Whys, fishbone), and start their first small, safe-to-fail experiment in Week 3.
Weeks 4–5 – Iteration Cycle 2
Teams refine their prototypes or test new entry points. Early feedback is documented using photos, notes, and reflections.
Weeks 6–7 – Peer Review and Iteration 3
Cluster-level peer sessions across 10–11 barangays share learning and critique. Teams adjust based on feedback.
Weeks 8–9 – Local Scaling
Improved prototypes are extended to more users or sites. Teams gather simple evidence—counts, photos, or stories.
Weeks 10–11 – Cluster Showcases
Each cluster hosts a mini-forum. Teams present outcomes and lessons to SK councils, barangay leaders, and city partners.
Week 12 – Baguio Youth SDG Congress
Top prototypes from each cluster are presented at the city summit. Results feed into the Youth Livability Atlas and SDG recommendations for the City Council.
Team Deliverables
Barangay Quick Scan (Week 1)
SDG Problem Statement and initial prototype plan (Week 3)
Iteration Logs 1–3 with reflections and photos (Weeks 3–9)
Community Feedback Summary (Week 9)
Cluster Showcase deck (Weeks 10–11)
Final Portfolio and 5-minute presentation (Week 12)
Clusters and Governance
All 128 barangays are organized into 12–13 clusters for collaboration and peer learning.
Cluster Convenor: SK chair or barangay captain.
Youth Cluster Hub: Student teams with SK federation officers.
Functions: peer review, shared learning, joint pilots, and channeling issues to city offices.
Roles and Support
Students: research, co-design, prototyping, documentation.
Teachers: coaching, ethics guidance, integration into school requirements.
SK Councils: youth mobilization, micro-grants, coordination.
Barangay Leaders: access, logistics, sustainability support.
City Offices & Partners: technical guidance, recognition, and scale-up pathways.
Judging Criteria
Relevance to SDGs and Livability Index – 30%
Quality and speed of iteration (learning loops) – 25%
Community engagement and partnerships – 20%
Evidence of outcomes and potential to sustain/scale – 15%
Clarity of storytelling and documentation – 10%
Recognition and Scale Pathways
Cluster and citywide awards at the Youth SDG Congress.
Inclusion in the Youth Livability Atlas and online SDG tracker.
Opportunities for scale-up through city programs or partner grants.
Data, Ethics, and Safeguarding
Obtain consent for interviews, photos, and recordings.
Avoid publishing sensitive personal data; anonymize quotes.
Coordinate with mentors and barangay focal persons for safe fieldwork.
Share outputs under open and attribution-friendly terms.
Tools and Resources
Navigator Toolkit: PDIA worksheets, prototype templates, scorecards.
Optional digital tools: shared forms, AI-assisted summaries, simple dashboards.
Reference documents: Baguio VLR, Barangay Management Manual.
Key Dates
Launch and Orientation: Week 1
Cluster Showcases: Weeks 10–11
Baguio Youth SDG Forum: Week 12
(Exact dates to be finalized with schools and clusters.)
Registration
Schools and barangays nominate one team each through SK federations or cluster convenors. Confirmed teams receive the Toolkit, online orientation link, and submission portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is a team?
Three to five students, an SK liaison, with one teacher-mentor(optional)
Do we need a budget?
Projects are designed to be no-cost to low-cost. Teams can request small support from SK, barangay, or partners.
What counts as evidence?
Photos, logs, short user quotes, before/after counts, and outcome snapshots tied to the problem statement.
Can barangays collaborate?
Yes. Clusters encourage shared learning and joint pilots where issues overlap.
How are winners selected?
Judges from education, youth, barangay, and city offices apply the published criteria.
Suggested Prompts for Young Navigators Teams
Suggested Prompts for Young Navigators Teams
1. Understanding the Barangay Context
1. Understanding the Barangay Context
What does the Baguio Livability Index say about our barangay’s category (minimum compliance, moderately livable, etc.)?
What are the top weaknesses of our barangay according to the Livability Index criteria?
How does our barangay’s situation compare to the citywide averages?
What functions of the barangay government are most linked to improving livability?
What are examples of successful barangay initiatives in the report that we could adapt?
2. Food Security & Nutrition (SDG 2)
2. Food Security & Nutrition (SDG 2)
What nutrition challenges are mentioned for Baguio, and how might they appear in our barangay?
What role can Barangay Nutrition Scholars play in reducing malnutrition here?
What are simple food security projects that barangays have done before?
How can our barangay organize youth to support household or community gardens?
What programs can prevent hunger among children and youth at barangay level?
3. Health & Well-Being (SDG 3)
3. Health & Well-Being (SDG 3)
What health gaps are reported in the SDG document that barangays can directly address?
How do barangay health centers contribute to reducing maternal and child mortality?
What low-cost barangay programs can prevent communicable diseases like TB and dengue?
How can our barangay support non-communicable disease prevention (e.g., diabetes, heart disease)?
What role can youth play in barangay health promotion?
4. Water, Sanitation & Hazards (SDG 6, 11, 13)
4. Water, Sanitation & Hazards (SDG 6, 11, 13)
What are the biggest water supply issues in Baguio, and what does the report recommend?
What barangay actions can improve safe water access and conservation?
How can barangays reduce waterborne disease outbreaks?
What disaster risks (floods, landslides, fires) affect our barangay according to the VLR?
How should a barangay organize early warning and evacuation systems?
5. Education & Youth Development (SDG 4, 10)
5. Education & Youth Development (SDG 4, 10)
What does the Barangay Management Manual say about the role of SK in education?
How can barangays support children at risk of dropping out?
What programs can youth leaders initiate to improve reading and literacy?
How can barangays provide inclusive support for PWD youth and learners?
What school–barangay partnerships are mentioned that we can model?
6. Economic Opportunities (SDG 8, 9)
6. Economic Opportunities (SDG 8, 9)
What are barangay-level livelihood opportunities recommended in the reports?
How can barangays support green jobs and sustainable livelihoods?
What policies encourage MSMEs that barangays can support?
How can youth projects link to barangay livelihood development?
What low-cost income projects also improve livability (e.g., recycling, clean-up drives)?
7. Community Spaces & Governance (SDG 16, 17)
7. Community Spaces & Governance (SDG 16, 17)
How can barangay assemblies be improved to include youth voices?
What participatory tools can barangays use to include residents in decision-making?
What roles do women’s groups and senior citizens play in barangay SDG progress?
How can barangays integrate indigenous practices into community development?
What sample resolutions can barangays pass to support SDG initiatives?
8. Environment & Climate Action (SDG 11, 12, 13)
8. Environment & Climate Action (SDG 11, 12, 13)
What are examples of barangay-level environmental projects in Baguio?
How can barangays improve solid waste management practices?
What youth-friendly climate adaptation activities are possible at barangay scale?
What are simple energy conservation or green mobility projects barangays can adopt?
How can barangay projects contribute to reducing hazard risks in Baguio?
Suggested Prompts for Barangay Officials
Suggested Prompts for Barangay Officials
A. Understanding the SDG Context
A. Understanding the SDG Context
What are the priority SDGs identified for Baguio City, and how do they relate to barangay-level responsibilities?
Summarize the key findings of the Livability Index and explain what they mean for barangay planning.
Which barangay functions in the Barangay Management Manual directly support SDG 3 (Good Health & Well-Being)?
How can barangay leaders align their annual investment plans (AIP) with the SDG targets in the Baguio VLR?
What are examples of minimum compliance vs. moderately livable barangays, and what lessons can be adapted?
B. Health & Nutrition (SDG 2 & 3)
B. Health & Nutrition (SDG 2 & 3)
Based on the SDG report, what are the main nutrition challenges in Baguio barangays?
Suggest barangay-level projects to reduce stunting and undernutrition in children under 5.
What are best practices for barangay health stations and how can they contribute to SDG 3 targets?
Identify roles for Barangay Nutrition Scholars in advancing SDG 2.
Propose a barangay health campaign addressing both communicable (TB, dengue) and non-communicable diseases.
C. Water, Sanitation, Hazards (SDG 6, 11, 13)
C. Water, Sanitation, Hazards (SDG 6, 11, 13)
What are the water security issues in Baguio, and what barangay-level initiatives can address them?
Suggest community-led water conservation projects suitable for hilly barangays like Pinsao Pilot.
How can barangay disaster risk reduction committees align with the city’s LDRRMP?
Create a barangay-level early warning and evacuation system template.
Identify quick-win projects for barangays to improve sanitation and reduce waterborne diseases.
D. Education & Youth (SDG 4 & 10)
D. Education & Youth (SDG 4 & 10)
How can barangay leaders support literacy and reading programs for grade school children?
What is the role of Sangguniang Kabataan in advancing SDG 4 in the barangay context?
Suggest barangay initiatives to prevent school dropouts.
What policies can barangays adopt to provide equal education access to PWD youth?
How can SK officers mobilize youth to address livability challenges (water, food, mobility)?
E. Economic Opportunities (SDG 8)
E. Economic Opportunities (SDG 8)
Summarize the opportunities for barangay-based livelihood programs from the manuals and SDG report.
How can barangay leaders promote green livelihoods aligned with SDG 13 (climate action)?
Suggest ways barangays can partner with MSMEs for local job creation.
Propose a barangay skills training initiative linked to city-level economic programs.
Identify income-generating activities that also improve livability (e.g., waste recycling).
F. Community Engagement & Governance (SDG 16 & 17)
F. Community Engagement & Governance (SDG 16 & 17)
How can barangay assemblies be redesigned to monitor SDG progress locally?
Suggest participatory tools barangays can use for collective problem-solving.
What roles can women’s organizations in barangays play in advancing SDGs?
How can barangay leaders integrate indigenous practices in governance for SDG advancement?
Draft a barangay resolution template that explicitly references SDGs.
G. Environment & Climate Action (SDG 11 & 13)
G. Environment & Climate Action (SDG 11 & 13)
What barangay-level climate adaptation measures are recommended in the VLR?
Suggest community tree-planting projects that directly reduce disaster risks.
How can barangay solid waste management systems be improved using SDG 12?
Identify environmental hazards specific to Baguio barangays and propose local solutions.
Create a sample barangay-level campaign for energy conservation and green mobility.
H. Cross-Cutting Innovation & Monitoring
H. Cross-Cutting Innovation & Monitoring
How can barangay leaders use the Livability Index as a performance monitoring tool?
Suggest a barangay SDG dashboard design (simple indicators at the barangay level).
What are examples of barangay-level innovations from other cities that Baguio barangays could adapt?
Draft a 3-month action plan for a barangay to pilot one SDG-related project.
How can barangays collaborate in clusters to share knowledge and scale SDG solutions?
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