G.A.W.A.D. Program

Prof. Eunice D. Olan

Coordinator, G.A.W.A.D.

The Guided Action for Welfare and Advancement in Development of Communities (GAWAD) Program is the flagship extension initiative of Westmead International School, officially launched on December 9, 2024. It is designed to mobilize students, faculty, and academic departments in delivering sustainable, values-driven outreach initiatives that uplift partner communities. Through health campaigns, livelihood and skills training, environmental awareness drives, and educational support programs, GAWAD brings learning beyond the classroom and transforms it into meaningful service grounded in compassion, responsibility, and social engagement.

GAWAD is implemented through collaborative efforts among academic and institutional partners, including the Higher Education Research Office (HERO), the National Service Training Program (NSTP), various colleges, and the WIS Student Council. Guided by the shared vision of community empowerment and holistic development, the program fosters a culture of volunteerism and civic involvement, enabling the Westmeadian community to create lasting impact while nurturing socially responsive and values-oriented graduates.