Past National President Decu Cunanan in the city

PNP Decu gives a seminar last night Decoding the Leaders at Phileas Fogg restarant chaired by VP Don. I got a chance to be there after PP Dinah's wedding. It was well attended by all JCI chapters in the city. VP Don can give us more details on the occassion and pictures on this entry...

Past President Dinah's wedding

I attended last night the wedding of Past President Dinah Magallanes at Harbor Lights Hotel in Gusa with past president Babes Mamauag. Its a garden wedding along the macajalar bay. She is married to Jeager Lim her long time boyfriend. I bring along my digicam but to my surprise on the venue already, the digicam i brought has no memory stick inside (ayay) fortunately PP Babes brought also her camera but i don't have the pictures for the moment so will post it soon.

Congratulation to our new 2008 president

This is quite a late news since i haven't been log-in in our blogsite for quite some time but anyway let's congratulate our new incoming president for 2008 Mr. Leo G. Aba which was elected last September 2007 at Coffeeworks in Limketkai. Leo is the vice president of Legacy Group of Companies that caters to mutual funds, banks, credit cards, pre-need and automotive with office in Countryside Rural Bank, Agora road, Lapasan this city. He also co-owns Philleas Fogg restaurant along Dolores - Velez Sts. this city, the place also serves as the new JCIKG members meeting point recently. I dont have pictures on the election day since i was not around at that time, to those who take pictures on that event please submit it to me so we can post it here.

Congratulations to our new JCI University International Graduates from JCI Philippines!

I receive a message from JCI Mem. Gleendo B. Dasmarinas our 2007 National Training Commission Chairman:

Dear Friends in JCI Philippines,

Greetings!

It is of great pleasure to announce to all of you that JCI Mem. MENNEN M. ARACID of JCI Kagayhaan Gold and JCI Sen. REGINALD T. YU of JCI Manila have been granted INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE (IG) Status by JCI UNIVERSITY TRAINING CERTIFICATION COMMISSION.

A JCI Trainer who achieved an IG Level Certification (Level 3) is a MARK OF DISTINCTION and PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE in field of training & adult learning. We thank and deeply appreciate all the efforts that Mennen and Reggie has placed for this organization.

As of this time we now have three (3) International Graduates from JCI Philippines with JCI Sen. Santiago Joson of JCI Cebu being the first only IG from country for almost ten years. It is indeed a feat for JCI Philippines this year, and we look forward for more National Graduates and International Graduates in the coming months!

We hope that all other trainers in JCI Philippines will emulate their efforts in creating positive changes and by touching the lives of other people through training. God bless and more power!

At your service,

NATIONAL TRAINING COMMISSION
JCI Philippines

Gleendo B. Dasmarinas
2007 Chairman

Championship day of Badminton Challenge

The Championship day was finished late in the evening of Sunday due to many entries and one instance of opposition from the Iligan team which the organizing team accepted the mistake of miss posting a schedule thereby a pair of their player was defaulted. Overall the activity is fun filled with so many entries from as far as Cebu, Davao and Gensan players. JCI Members present there as i have meet is PP Babes, JCI Mem. Janessa and old member Dr. Melvin Mesina who just came from Manila. List of the Winners will be posted as soon i get it from the organizing team.

1st day of Badminton Challenge update

First day of the 2nd Pre-fiesta Badminton Challenge is jam pack with people at Shuttle Square Badminton Center with hundreds of registered players that is eager to get the JCI Kagayhaan Gold Badminton Championship Award.

2nd Pre-fiesta Badminton Challenge

JCI Kagayhaan Gold is once again organizing the 2nd Pre-fiesta Badminton Challenge dubbed "Be Bad... Smash Cholesterol Away". This is co-presented by Sandoz Philippines Corp., also sponsored by Governor Oscar Moreno, Vice-Mayor Pedro Alvarez of Baungon, Bukidnon and Al-Rashid Macapodi of Ganassi, Lanao del Sur.

This will be held at Shuttle Square Badminton Center in Gusa, Cagayan de Oro City. August 11 - 12, 2007, its a 2 day, whole day affair so fellow jaycees hope to see you there. This will also be a back to back project of free clinic which will be held also at the venue at Shuttle Square.

Levels:
Class F Women's Executive
Class F Men's Executive
Class E Women's Double
Class E Men's Double
Class D Men's Double
Class C Men's Double

Registration is P400 to 450 for interested players.
Prizes: Champion P2,000 and Runner-up P1,000 each plus trophies and medals

JCI-KG Membership Information

Benefits:

JCI Opportunities

Junior Chamber can be called an organization of opportunities. The opportunities available within Junior Chamber are so numerous it could take a lifetime to grasp them all. Most members select those which cater to their particular needs and make the most of them.

Basically, there are four Areas of Opportunities within the organization: Individual, Community, International and Business. Projects are conducted in each Area. As the members work on these projects, they encounter opportunities for total development.



The Individual Member

Your Junior Chamber membership will bring you great personal benefits. It can be the means to the total development of your personality, and new horizons will be opened to you. As a member, you will learn to do so much more than you would in other associations. In Junior Chamber, a doctor may supervise a school construction project, a businessman may chair a child health project, a mechanic may organize and direct a seminar. In the prime of your life, grasp the opportunity to become a person with real and varied skills.

Responsibilities
As a member you should have three goals:

1. To make yourself the best member of your chapter.
2. To make your chapter the best chapter in Junior Chamber International.
3. As a dedicated member, to help your chapter make your community the best local community in the world.

In achieving these goals, you do not have specific or constitutional duties as officers and Board members do, but you do have very real responsibilities. A few are listed below.

To Be Active

Many organizations exist for the "joiner," the person who only wants to add another membership card to his/her collection. Junior Chamber membership is different; it offers so much to its members: skill training, personal development, community recognition, and the satisfaction of being deeply involved in programs of lasting benefit to others. However, these benefits are only available to the active member, the one who attends all meetings and who works hard on all assigned projects.
To Be Committed

There is no such person as a "good, half-hearted" Junior Chamber member. The JCI movement has a philosophy; it has goals and purposes; it has soul. It requires a commitment to its ideals from its members, it demands dedication to hard work, and it calls for a deep understanding of the problems of people. If you can make this commitment, you will be an invaluable member of your chapter.

To Be A Contributor

There are many member of Junior Chamber who are bursting with good ideas, who are sound thinkers and who could play a useful role in the decision-making process. However, they are often silent at meetings, perhaps because of shyness or maybe they are afraid their ideas will be ridiculed. Too often the really good ideas come out after the decision has been made. Your chapter needs your contribution. Acquire the skill of speaking in public, think out ideas thoroughly, and present a reasoned argument in support of your views.

Be prepared to listen to opposition and accept any good points that are made. Aim at being a member who is listened to and whose ideas are valued.

To Be Efficient

Efficiency is one of the keys to advancement. It is important that, whatever task you have, you understand what you have to do, you participate fully with others involved and you do your bit to the best of your ability. Do not be afraid to ask if you do not understand. Do not hesitate to seek help if you feel this is necessary. There is no position in the Junior Chamber movement that is more important than any other, and each member is one link in the human chain of achievement. The organization needs the floor member who does what he or she has to do conscientiously–it does not need those who shirk responsibility and cause failure.

To Be Dependable

The member who can be counted on at all times, the one on whom others can depend, is the member who will go right to the top. Many good projects fail because only one person let the team down. Most Junior Chamber activities require teamwork, and it is up to you to pull your weight and do what is expected of you. At the same time, do not become so enthusiastic that you undertake more than you have the time to do. Having too much to do is as bad as doing nothing at all. The result is the same.



Contact us to if you are interested to join our group.

About Junior Chamber International

JCI (Junior Chamber International) is a worldwide federation of young leaders and entrepreneurs. We are 200,000 active JCI members and millions of JCI alumni participating in projects, meetings, learning programs and events. JCI thrives in more than 6,000 communities located in more than 100 countries throughout the world.

JCI members are 18- to 40-year-old professionals and entrepreneurs who have joined a local JCI chapter. We meet, learn and grow. We create positive change. We train to become better leaders. We organize projects in the areas of Business, Individual, Community, and International Development.

Building local, national and international networks, we draw on the experience of JCI alumni who have succeeded in various facets of life and who provide assistance when required. Representing countless occupations and skills, we are creative, bold leaders who are developing new skills, laying new foundations, and establishing new friendships and networks.

We believe in the advancement of the global community and the creation of positive change by improving ourselves and the world around us. We meet at local, national, and international events to exchange ideas and share best practices. We also learn from dynamic speakers and trainers at interesting and interactive seminars and presentations. We are growing personally and professionally because we are learning by doing, actively organizing projects and activities that benefit our communities and ourselves.

History of Junior Chamber International

The origin of Junior Chamber can be traced as far back as 1910 to the city of St. Louis, Missouri, in the United States of America. A young man named Henry Giessenbier and his friends formed the Herculaneum Dance Club with the main objective being the preservation of conservative dance styles.

Five years later, in 1915, Colonel H.N. Morgan, a prominent St. Louis citizen, inspired the members of the dance club to become more involved in civic issues. Giessenbier and 32 other young men formed the Young Men's Progressive Civic Association (YMPCA) on October 13, 1915. This organization grew to a membership of 750 in less than five months.

The very next year, 1916, saw another change of name as the YMPCA became Junior Citizens, commonly called JCs, which later became Jaycees. The year 1918 marked another change as the JCs were affiliated with the St. Louis Chamber of Commerce and officially became the St. Louis Junior Chamber of Commerce.

After WWI, Giessenbier contacted other cities in the United States with similar young businessmen's groups, and, subsequently, 29 clubs from around the nation formed the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce. Henry Giessenbier was elected the first President of the national organization.

The international chapter of the organization began in 1923 with the Winnipeg Board of Trade's becoming the first Junior Chamber outside the United States. By 1928 the idea of an international body crossed the Atlantic Ocean to England.

In 1940 a resolution was passed by the United States Junior Chamber approving a program to further mutual interests among countries in Central and South America. This lead to the establishment of Junior Chambers in Mexico City, Guatemala City, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama City in 1943.

The realization of Junior Chamber International had begun. In 1944 the first international conference was held in Mexico City. Raul Garcia Vidal of Mexico was elected the first President. The countries which formed Junior Chamber International were: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama and the United States of America.

Two years later, in February of 1946, the first World Congress was held in Panama City. This congress was attended by 44 delegates from 16 different countries. The international organization was formally constituted, a temporary constitution was approved, and the word "Commerce" was omitted from the official name.

Erasmo Chambonnet of Panama was elected the second JCI President at that Congress, and Australia and Canada were officially affiliated.

In 1948 the JCI Creed was officially adopted at the IV JCI World Congress in Rio de Janeiro, and in 1952 a permanent Secretariat was established. In 1972 the name was changed to Jaycees International; however, in 1988 the name was changed back to Junior Chamber International.

Past Presidents

JCI Sen. Tito Alex C. Besinga
JCI Sen. Roy S. Rosales
JCI Sen. Herbert Glenn P. Reyes
JCI Sen. Porfirio O. Borromeo, Jr.
JCI Sen. Danilo B. Tan
JC Gary B. Pantanosas
JCI Sen. Nelson E. Escaba
JCI Sen. Ada Drummer
JCI Sen. Jovencia M. Dalaygon
JC Noel A. Dajao
JC Mennen Aracid
JC Cristina Maagad
JC Magi Caroline Ann T. Mendoza
JC Dinah Magallanes
JCI Mem. Michael C. Abonitalla
JCI Mem. Aileen Abao-Parojinog
JCI Mem. Nilda Mae Mamauag
JCI Mem. Robinson P. Masangcay

JCI Kagayhaan Gold Running History

Armed with the training from the Philippine Junior Jaycees and the sponsorship of the Bai Lawanen Jaycees, Inc., a group of young professionals and the so-called “old guards” of the Metro Cagayan de Oro Junior Jaycees, banded together and formed a new Jaycee chapter in the city. The chapter needed a name. Of the different versions of the legendary meaning of the name of Cagayan de Oro, the word Kagayhaan which means enviable town was the unanimous choice. The group likes to think of the city where it belongs as enviable, literally because of the gold deposits found in the area and figuratively because of the “golden heart” and the “golden friendship” of the people.

The chapter was chartered on April 16, 1988. The club was built around projects focusing on each area of opportunity; attendance in area and national conventions; visitations to other Jaycee chapters; and building linkages with private and government entities. But a more solid achievement was that of developing a cohesive and strong commitment among the members, which is in itself are vital ingredients for a Jaycee chapter.

On its founding year, the group had taken the theme: Roots in ‘88. Like a tree, it has to take roots first in the Jaycee life before it can bear fruit. The administrative year of JCI Sen. Tito Alex C. Besinga brought the LOM into great heights. It aimed in focusing its goals towards public relations, community involvement, and inter-chapter relations.

Value Integration for the Community Involvement in 1989 (VICI ‘89) was the theme for its second year. To provide continuity for its programs and to build a foundation with a vision made the group retain its set of officers. The group created a culture with right values which the chapter has to consider in the management of its programs to serve the community.

Like a child learning how to walk, there are a lot of skills to be learned. Thus, the term of JCI Sen. Roy S. Rosales in 1990 focused on management and individual training—tackling issues involving aspects of interpersonal membership among its members. However, it also implemented a project: The Outstanding Senior Citizen Achievement Award (TOSCA). During this year, the LOM was adjudged as the Most Outstanding New LOM in Asia Pacific during the Asia Pacific Conference in Chiang Mai, Thailand.


In the year 1991, KGJCI was hot in pursuit of once more making a difference. With the theme: Harmonious and Enhancing Activities Together in 1991 (HEAT ‘91), and under the leadership of JCI Sen. Herbert Glenn P. Reyes, the chapter organized its first scholarship program: A Thousand for a Lifetime Scholarship Foundation. The very successful ways and means project—Golden Home Pabahay Raffle—were a few examples of the worthwhile projects undertaken.

The chapter changed direction towards social participation, hence, JCI Sen. Porfirio O. Borromeo, Jr. led a term aimed for the recognition of the chapter as an organization which can assist the development of the city. This is in line with its theme: Responsive Endeavour for Social Participation of the Organization for National Development in 19991-1992 (RESPOND ‘92). The chapter was recognized as an accredited NGO; became a member of the City Development Council and the Regional Development Council; and implemented programs for individual, chapter, and community developments.

Sustaining the Organization’s Network for Growth and Services in 1993 (SONGS ‘93) was the theme of the chapter led by JCI Sen. Danilo B. Tan. It implemented projects for Senator Awardees and created guidelines which will be used in the future. These brought stability in the chapter’s program.

The year led by JC Gary B. Pantanosas aimed to Plan Resource Opportunities and Continue Efforts towards Excellence to be Global in 1994 (PROCEED ‘94). It practically used its resources to the fullest for the successful implementation of projects like The Outstanding Senior Citizens Achievement Award (TOSCA) and the fundraising project Home—Kong Give—Away. It was during this term that the LOM was registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

JCI Sen. Nelson E. Escaba lead a year of Sharing Our Unselfish Leadership in 1995 (SOUL ‘95). It focused its programs on individual development and international participation to support the National Executive Vice-President for Area V Tito Alex C. Besinga, who was the LOM Charter President.

The eight year is a milestone in KGJCI as JCI Sen. Ada Ba?ez Drummer led to become the first lady president. The lady president, together with the members, worked so hard so that Kagayhaan Reaps Gold in 1996. It balanced its undertakings in all five areas of opportunities and addressed issues of member retention and recruitment.

The ninth year (1997) is again led by another lady president in the person of JCI Sen. Jovencia M. Dalaygon. In order to be globally competitive, this term gave emphasis on SYNERGY by creating opportunities for individual members and achieve its thrust. This also brought leaders to training, community service, and business networking. The LOM increased its membership to Category II, forming a new horizon in exploring the quest for excellence.

In 1998, JC Noel A. Dajao led Kagayhaan Gold. The year’s thrust was TIME IS GOLD: Teaching Individuals Management Excellence is a Golden Opportunity for Development. The chapter concretized this through training and implementing quality projects that made Kagayhaan Gold more responsive to its members and the community.

With the LOM theme TRAINED TO LEAD: The Right Attitude Is Needed to Enhance and Develop Leaders In 1999, President Mennen Aracid’s term focused on training and retention of chapters nationwide, especially in Mindanao. His determination to spread Jayceeism brought him as far as Malaysia. Thus, he finished his term as the Most Outstanding LOM President (Category II) during the Area Conference at Kidapawan, South Cotabato.

The tiniest president ever came about in the year 2000. JC Cristina “Tiny” Maagad became the 12th president of the chapter. As the third lady of the chapter, she continued the institutionalized projects of the chapter like TOSCA.

2001 was a golden year for the chapter because KGJCI was awarded as the Most Outstanding LOM (Category III) consistently in the Area Conference and the National Convention. This reflects the leadership of the 13th president , JC Magi Caroline Ann T. Mendoza. With the LOM theme: Progressive Leadership in Understanding Self for Service, the chapter focused on membership retention and recruitment. This resulted to a more cohesive and creative membership. The activities in all areas of opportunities brought about the best in every KGJCI who elected to be involved.

Again in 2002, the task of retaining members and continuing the cause of the movement was given to the LOM’s 14th President Dinah Magallanes. It was
on this term that most of the member’s energy was stretched to its limits, while
others opted to be on the sidelines. The LOM theme for that year was JC CARES: Committed Attitude in Retention, Empowerment, and Service.

A young yet multi-awarded chapter could not just afford to be wiped out of the Jaycee Directory. Armed with nothing but passion of serving the chapter, President Michael Abonitalla accepted the role to lead the KGJCI for the year 2003. Holding on to Category III with the theme KGJCI LEADS: Leadership Enhancement towards the Achievement of a Developed Society, this administration gave hope and inspiration for aspiring future leaders. A cry to improve the chapter's standings and involvement was heard—faint but hopeful. His leadership was able to ensure orderly and peaceful transition to the next administration.

2004 was a year of increased shared responsibility and coordinated action among the Kagayhaan Gold members through ongoing dynamic interchange between leadership and followership. With unwaveringdedication and commitment, President Aileen Parohinog set the stage for making the chapter a fertile ground for leadership trainings along the four areas of opportunity. Because of her determination and enthusiasm to partake in the Jaycee movement, she was successful in carving a niche in the national and international domain bringing with her the name of the chapter. The chapter attracted and retained enthusiastic and dynamic members because this term offered a properly crafted learning environment where leadership skills and individual potentials could be best honed and harnessed.

The 19th year of Junior Chamber International Kagayhaan Gold adopted the theme: “Together, Everyone Achieves More”. Led by JCI Mem. Robinson P. Masangcay, the chapter had successfully implemented various projects through shared commitment of the members. Among these projects is the recruitment program where it produced dynamic and committed members. Thus, a significant increased in the membership was attained.

Welcome

Welcome to the Junior Chamber International - Kagayhaan Gold Chapter weblog. This will be our new homepage on the internet from our old website at www.jcikagayhaangold.com which will expire on november 2007. All members are encourage to post news and information about our organizations activities and events. Thank you and more power to the group!