Organized by the Center for Emergency Management, Safety, and Security (CEMSS), co-presented by the Benilde Alumni Association, and supported by the Office of the Vice President for Lasallian Mission and Student Life, Benilde PRIME is a week-long event that aims to raise awareness about disaster preparedness and focuses on “Promoting Resilience through Innovation in Managing Emergencies.”
In partnership with the Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), and Bureau of Fire Protection, Benilde PRIME will be held across all Benilde campuses from July 1 to 5 for an interactive, engaging, and informative experience in handling various types of emergencies.
This series of events will better raise awareness about disaster preparedness and will feature a display of cutting-edge emergency management equipment and resources. Similarly, Benilde PRIME aims to bring valuable insights through interactive booths, formal training sessions, and engaging speakers from various organizations who are knowledgeable in the field of disaster response and emergency management.
Make sure not to miss the exciting opportunities that await and check out the week-long events below:
July 1
Parade, 7:15 a.m.
Opening Ceremony, 8:00 a.m., Greenway Square, Taft Campus
Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Roadshow, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
BLS and First Aid Session, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Taft Auditorium, Taft Campus
BLS and First Aid Session, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Ideation Room, Atrium@Benilde
July 2
Blood Donation Drive, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Mezzanine, Taft Campus
Guest Speaker Talk, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Greenway Square, Taft Campus
BLS and First Aid Session, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Taft Auditorium, Taft Campus
BLS and First Aid Session, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Ideation Room, Atrium@Benilde
July 3
Guest Speaker Talk, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., The Loop, D+A Campus
Disaster Preparedness Orientation Course, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Taft Campus and D+A Campus
Disaster Preparedness Orientation Course, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Taft Campus and D+A Campus
July 4
Guest Speaker Talk, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Halles de Reims, AKIC
Disaster Preparedness Orientation Course, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Taft Campus and AKIC
Disaster Preparedness Orientation Course, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Taft Campus and AKIC
July 5
Guest Speaker Talk, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Taft Case Room, Taft Campus
Disaster Preparedness Orientation Course, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Taft Campus
Disaster Preparedness Orientation Course, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Taft Campus
On top of the daily activities, the event will also feature earthquake simulators at the Miguel Febres Cordero (MFC) Building at the Taft Campus on all days of the week.
With expert-led talks, interactive simulations, and community engagement activities, Benildeans participating can gain critical skills and a stronger understanding of emergency management and promote proactive measures to enhance community resilience in the face of potential disasters.
Ready or not, stay tuned for more details by checking out the Benilde Alumni Association’s official Facebook page.
