BYC Chairperson Nas Dunding

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

The Bangsamoro Youth Commission (BYC) convened its personnel for the Mid-Year Assessment 2026 on August 25, at Golden Lace Fine Dining, Cotabato City, a routine review of the commission to reflect on its performance and accomplishments during the first six months of the year.

The assessment aims to provide a space for the commission to put its progress into perspective, measure what has been delivered, examine how resources have been utilized, and identify areas that require action in the months ahead.

BYC Chairperson Nasserudin D. Dunding emphasized the importance of meaningful and constructive feedback, noting “the assessment is very important, so we need to provide constructive criticism. It is okay to point out negative aspects, but we should always do so politely. At the same time, positive feedback is equally important, provided that we recognize the specific perspectives that we are expected to see.” (BYC PR Unit/FATM)

READ MORE: https://byc.bangsamoro.gov.ph/2026/08/27/news/byc-holds-mid-year-assessment-2026/

24/08/2026

BYC BASILAN TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER SOON TO OPERATE

Visited the ongoing construction of our BYC Basilan Training and Development Center located in Lamitan City to be managed by our provincial office under the leadership of Commissioner Hamdie Tanjil.

We thank the UPMO of the Office of the Chief Minister, the previous BPDA PMO and the MHSD as implementers of the building.

18/08/2026

18/08/2026

𝐁𝐘𝐂 𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐀 𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐋 𝐒𝐀 𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐎 𝐃𝐄 𝐙𝐀𝐌𝐁𝐎𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐀𝐒 𝐌𝐀𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐏𝐈𝐓 𝐍𝐀 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐊𝐒𝐘𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐀 𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐀𝐍

Mariing kinondena ng Bangsamoro Youth Commission (BYC) ang naiulat na pamamaril sa Ateneo de Zamboanga University nitong Martes, Agosto 18, 2026, na kinasangkutan umano ng isang high school student bilang suspek.
Sa inilabas na opisyal na pahayag, nagpahayag ang BYC ng pakikiramay at matinding pag-aalala sa mga estudyante, g**o, kawani, pamilya, at buong komunidad ng Ateneo de Zamboanga University na naapektuhan ng insidente.

Binigyang-diin ng komisyon na dapat manatiling ligtas na lugar ang mga paaralan kung saan malayang makapag-aaral, makalago at makapangarap ang mga kabataan nang walang takot. Anila, hindi dapat kailanman palampasin o gawing normal ang anumang uri ng karahasan sa loob ng mga institusyong pang-edukasyon.

Nanawagan ang BYC sa mga awtoridad na magsagawa ng mabilis, masusing, walang kinikilingan at transparent na imbestigasyon upang matukoy ang buong pangyayari at matiyak ang pananagutan alinsunod sa due process at umiiral na batas. Hiniling din ng komisyon ang agarang pagpapatupad ng mga kinakailangang hakbang upang maprotektahan ang mga estudyante at maiwasan ang pag-uulit ng katulad na insidente.

Kasabay nito, hinikayat ng BYC ang mga paaralan at concerned agencies na palakasin ang kanilang security protocols, magpatupad ng epektibong early-intervention mechanisms, at tiyaking may sapat na access ang mga kabataan sa psychosocial at mental health support.

Nanawagan din ang komisyon sa mga magulang, g**o, youth leaders at buong komunidad na magtulungan upang makalikha ng ligtas na kapaligiran kung saan malayang maibabahagi ng mga kabataan ang kanilang mga pinagdaraanan, alalahanin at mga alitan bago pa ito mauwi sa karahasan.

Ayon sa BYC, ang pangangalaga sa kabataan ay isang shared responsibility, at nananatili itong kaisa ng komunidad ng Ateneo de Zamboanga sa panahong ito. Nanawagan ito sa publiko na tanggihan ang karahasan, igalang ang kabanalan ng buhay, at sama-samang isulong ang mas ligtas at mapayapang learning environments para sa lahat ng kabataan.

18/08/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃: Official Statement of the Bangsamoro Youth Commission regarding the Ateneo de Zamboanga University Shooting incident.

The Bangsamoro Youth Commission (BYC) strongly and unequivocally condemns the reported shooting incident at the Ateneo de Zamboanga University this morning, August 18, 2026, involving a high school student as the suspect.

We express our deepest concern and sympathy to the students, faculty, staff, families, and the entire Ateneo de Zamboanga University community affected by this tragic and senseless act of violence.

Schools must remain safe spaces where young people can learn, grow, and pursue their dreams without fear. This heinous act of violence must not be tolerated or normalized under any circumstances.

The BYC urges the authorities to immediately conduct a swift, thorough, impartial, and transparent investigation into the incident and ensure accountability in accordance with due process and the law, and take all necessary measures to protect students and prevent similar incidents from happening again.

We also call on educational institutions and concerned agencies to reinforce security protocols, establish effective early-intervention systems, and ensure that students have access to appropriate psychosocial and mental health support.

We likewise appeal to parents, educators, youth leaders, and communities to work together in creating environments where young people feel safe to speak about their struggles, conflicts, and concerns. Protecting our youth is a shared responsibility.

The Bangsamoro Youth Commission stands in solidarity with the Ateneo de Zamboanga University community during this difficult time. We call on everyone to reject violence, uphold the sanctity of life, and work together toward safer and more peaceful learning environments for all young people.

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃: Official Statement of the Bangsamoro Youth Commission regarding the Ateneo de Zamboanga University Shooting incident.

The Bangsamoro Youth Commission (BYC) strongly and unequivocally condemns the reported shooting incident at the Ateneo de Zamboanga University this morning, August 18, 2026, involving a high school student as the suspect.

We express our deepest concern and sympathy to the students, faculty, staff, families, and the entire Ateneo de Zamboanga University community affected by this tragic and senseless act of violence.

Schools must remain safe spaces where young people can learn, grow, and pursue their dreams without fear. This heinous act of violence must not be tolerated or normalized under any circumstances.

The BYC urges the authorities to immediately conduct a swift, thorough, impartial, and transparent investigation into the incident and ensure accountability in accordance with due process and the law, and take all necessary measures to protect students and prevent similar incidents from happening again.

We also call on educational institutions and concerned agencies to reinforce security protocols, establish effective early-intervention systems, and ensure that students have access to appropriate psychosocial and mental health support.

We likewise appeal to parents, educators, youth leaders, and communities to work together in creating environments where young people feel safe to speak about their struggles, conflicts, and concerns.

The Bangsamoro Youth Commission stands in solidarity with the Ateneo de Zamboanga University community during this difficult time. We call on everyone to reject violence, uphold the sanctity of life, and work together toward safer and more peaceful learning environments for all young people.

18/08/2026

In his address, BYC Chairperson Nasserudin Dunding highlighted programs centered on priority areas including governance, education, peacebuilding and security, and active citizenship.

"Patuloy nating palakasin ang youth participation sa governance at peacebuilding, palawakin ang mga oportunidad para sa edukasyon, employment at entrepreneurship, at higit pang pagtibayin ang pakikipagtulungan sa mga ahensiya ng pamahalaan, [...] upang makapaghatid ng mas inklusibo, mas epektibo, at mas napapanahong serbisyo para sa kabataan," Dunding said.

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17/08/2026

“Sila ay mga katuwang sa pamamahala, kapayapaan, at kaunlaran.”

During the 7th SOBYA, BYC Chairperson Nasserudin Dunding emphasized that the establishment of the Commission is a recognition of the youth’s important role in the Bangsamoro. They are not only beneficiaries but active partners whose voices and participation are essential in shaping governance, peace, and development.

READ FULL TEXT: https://byc.bangsamoro.gov.ph/2026/08/14/news/7th-state-of-the-bangsamoro-youth-address-sobya/

17/08/2026

“Magkakaiba man ang ating pinanggalingan, iisa ang ating minimithi.”

BYC Chairperson Nasserudin Dunding, highlighted in his speech the diversity of the Bangsamoro youth while emphasizing a shared aspiration for equal opportunities. Regardless of where they come from, every young Bangsamoro deserves the chance to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.

READ FULL TEXT: https://byc.bangsamoro.gov.ph/2026/08/14/news/7th-state-of-the-bangsamoro-youth-address-sobya/