The Socio-Political Apostolate of the Society of Jesus in the Philippines
(02)8426-5968



Are you a college student
or a professional,
18 years old or above?
Moved by your faith
to serve the Church
and the Filipino people?

Inspired to do something for the country?


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Service Ignited for the Nation Anchored in God or SINAG
is the volunteer program of Simbahang Lingkod ng Bayan (SLB)
that aims to provide avenue for individuals
towards participative & engaged citizenship,
inspired by the Ignatian formation of the Philippine Jesuits
SIMPLIFIED APPLICATION PROCESS—
1
Download the
to see your opportunities.
2
Fill out the
.
3
Wait for an email for the schedule of your online interview.
4
Attend the interview and wait for the result after a few days!
YOU HAVE A NUMBER OF ENGAGEMENTS TO CHOOSE FROM —

RESEARCH
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Gathering accurate information regarding socio-political issues
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Fact-checking claims and statements, and information
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Checking and identifying Church teaching and documents that address current social realities

ADVOCACY
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Disseminating information on socio-political issues and relevant Catholic Social Teaching
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Guiding people in the formation of opinions
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Encouraging vigilance, engagement, and participation among people

EDUCATION +
FORMATION
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Equipping people with the knowledge regarding difficult realities in our country
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Teaching and training people to think critically and discern response and action to social problems
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Enlightening them about basic legal principles and Church teachings
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Empowering people to hold public officials accountable
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Guiding the youth to meaningfully engage in dialogue and taking appropriate action
COMPLETE LIST OF
ACTIVITIES
Research
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Drafting of research bulletins
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News monitoring and compilation, creation of news briefs
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Creation of fact-check reports
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Creating a database of applicable Church teachings, pronouncements, positions
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Helping form National Situationers
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Facilitate Balitaan Sessions among volunteers and staff
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Conduct socio-political analyses and discernment sessions
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Creation of thought/opinion pieces/articles
ADVOCACY
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Maximize use of social media platforms to raise awareness and promote engagement
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Creation of media content: short videos, memes, infographics, thought pieces, feature articles, prayers, songs, music videos
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Drafting of talking points to be used by circles of discernment
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Maintenance and updating of SLB Social Media Accounts and Website
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Formation of circles of discernment/dialogue
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Organize peaceful demonstrations, prayer vigils, rallies (virtual; physically, when already permitted by government regulations)
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Staging exhibits that can go around different schools and parishes
EDUCATION + FORMATION
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Develop and implement National Situationer – Conscientization – Church Social Engagement Seminars and Workshops (Kuwentuhang Bayan)
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Organize fora, talks regarding current issues
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Construct prayer guides with themes revolving around current realities (for BECs)
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Training of facilitators to conduct citizenship engagement workshops, seminars, modules.