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Who We Are
Who We Are
The Ugnayan ng Pahinungód is the volunteer service program of the University of the Philippines. Since 1994, we have been providing opportunities for our students, faculty, alumni, staff, retirees, and partners to serve the underserved and marginalized.
Pahinungód is a Cebuano word which translates to "offering of one's self." Ang pag-pa-pahinungód ay ang pag-aalay ng sarili nang walang hinihinging kapalit.
Pahinungód is a Cebuano word which translates to "offering of one's self." Ang pag-pa-pahinungód ay ang pag-aalay ng sarili nang walang hinihinging kapalit.
UP System Pahinungód Launches Revitalized Affirmative Action Program Pilot in BARMM
In response to the country's ongoing learning crisis and persistent gaps in foundational literacy and numeracy, the UP System Ugnayan ng Pahinungód launched the pilot implementation of its revitalized Affirmative Action Program (AAP) from May 16 to 31, 2026.
The program reached two schools in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao: Tupig High School in Kapalawan and South Upi National High School in South Upi, Maguindanao del Sur.
Read the full story here.
Gawad Pangulo sa Natatanging Gurong Pahinungód
Gawad Pangulo sa Natatanging Gurong Pahinungód
In recognition of the enduring legacy of the Gurong Pahinungód program and its embodiment of UP’s ideals of honor, excellence, and selfless public service, the UP System Ugnayan ng Pahinungód proudly launches the Gawad Pangulo para sa Natatanging Gurong Pahinungód. This inaugural award seeks to honor distinguished GP alumni deployed from 1998 to 2008 whose continued service reflects the lasting impact of their volunteer commitment.
Learn more about the award guidelines and criteria, and submit your nomination through the official nomination form here.
Turning the trending UPCAT 'tradition' from superstition to service
Turning the trending UPCAT 'tradition' from superstition to service
In 2024, a year after the pen-and-paper admission test had its post-pandemic comeback, a popularized luck ritual, though well-meaning, drew flak on social media for its ‘unfounded’ and ‘unscientific’ nature, for causing litter, and for putting to waste hundreds of pencils. Read more
On Finding Self Confidence
On Finding Self Confidence
A Kwentong Pahinungód Feature with Irish Nicole Baguio, UP Baguio Pahinungód Volunteer
Irish Nicole Baguio, who likes to go by “Irish,” a BA Communication student of UP Baguio, signed up multiple times to be included in Pahinungód Baguio’s volunteer activities, but never got lucky enough to be picked among many aspiring volunteers. However, she never got tired of signing up in hopes that one day, she’d win the game of chance. Read full text
When UP's health workers go the distance | UP Features
When UP's health workers go the distance | UP Features
For over three decades, the Ugnayan ng Pahinungód, in partnership with the University of the Philippines Medical Alumni Society in America, has deployed volunteer doctors, dentists, nurses, and health workers to serve communities with limited access to care.
In 2025, they traveled to Borongan, Eastern Samar, where they conducted consultations, delivered dental services, and performed major surgeries comparable to those at the UP Philippine General Hospital. These volunteers provided long-awaited treatment to patients who had endured illness for years, all in the name of UP’s continuing commitment to public service.
Produced by the UP System Media and Communication Office in partnership with the Ugnayan ng Pahinungód.
“I came into the UP presidency with a simple reminder that our main mission is to serve the Filipino people.
“I came into the UP presidency with a simple reminder that our main mission is to serve the Filipino people.
We have to show the Filipino people that they were right in investing in us. They were right in thrusting upon this University the hopes and dreams of our people."
UP President Angelo Jimenez during the 30th Pahinungód Anniversary Exhibit Launch last February 27, 2024 at the UP Parola Fine Arts Gallery, UP Diliman. Read the full article by Celeste Ann Llaneta, UP MPRO | UP Ulat Volume 1 Issue 1
WHAT YOU CAN DO
WHAT YOU CAN DO
Be a volunteer storyteller/tutor
Advocate for mental health and wellness
Volunteer in disaster-stricken areas
Volunteer in medical missions
Share your knowledge with school teachers
Be a volunteer teacher for 10 months
Volunteer for resilient and sustainable communities
Support our volunteers and programs
The Ugnayan ng Pahinungód, the volunteer service program of UP, deploys UP alumni as volunteer teachers called Gurong Pahinungód to underserved communities for one school year.
We need your support to be able to send more volunteers to these areas and reach learners who need help.
Through your contributions, our volunteer teachers will be provided with their daily allowance and other needs to fulfill their mission of helping provide quality education to the Filipino youth.
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