June 07, 2024
Health, Peace-Building and Security, Active Citizenship
DESCRIPTION. The Sta. Cruz Alliance of Young Volunteers of Emergencies (SAYVERS) is a group of empowered young volunteers from Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur, dedicated to creating a resilient and well-prepared community. Our mission is to ensure that young volunteers play a crucial role in safeguarding lives and fostering solidarity in times of need. OBJECTIVES. SAYVERS aims to provide efficient support during natural disasters and events requiring medical and security assistance through the swift mobilization of trained youth volunteers. We strive to eleavate community preparedness by conducting training sessions, workshops and awareness campaigns that equip residents with the knowledge and tools necesssary for effective emergency response efforts by collaborating and partnering with local authorities, NGOs and other organizations. Through these initiatives, SAYVERS aims to support and strengthen the community's ability to respond to emergencies, ensuring and unity during times of crises.