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Perci Cendaña | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives | |
| Constituency | Partylist |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Percival Vilar Cendaña |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Political party | Akbayan |
| Alma mater | University of the Philippines Diliman |
| Occupation | Politician, youth leader, activist |
| Known for | Advocacy for youth rights, gender equality, and human rights |
Early Life
[edit]Percival "Perci" Vilar Cendaña was born in [Birthplace], [Birth Date]. He attended the University of the Philippines Diliman, where his passion for social justice and activism began. As a student, Cendaña actively engaged in political and social causes, focusing on youth rights, education reform, and human rights, laying the foundation for his future career as a youth leader and advocate.
Career
[edit]Cendaña's public career started in his university days, where he served as the Chairperson of the UP Diliman University Student Council. His leadership and advocacy extended beyond the university, becoming the first openly gay Chairperson of the National Union of Students of the Philippines (NUSP). He was a key figure in organizing youth movements, particularly those aimed at education reforms, human rights, and social equity.
After his student leadership days, Cendaña transitioned into broader activism and public service. He became an active member of the Akbayan Citizen's Action Party, a progressive political organization focused on promoting human rights, democracy, and social justice. In this role, he worked to advance legislative reforms for marginalized communities, particularly the youth and the LGBTQ+ community.
In 2010, Cendaña was appointed as Commissioner-at-Large for the National Youth Commission (NYC), where he championed initiatives to improve youth welfare, focusing on education, employment, and civic engagement. His efforts aimed to uplift the lives of young Filipinos and encourage their active participation in nation-building.
Cendaña later ran as a representative for the Akbayan Partylist in Congress, advocating for policies that uplift the youth, promote gender equality, and strengthen the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. Throughout his political career, Cendaña has been a consistent advocate for human rights, social change, and inclusive governance.
External Links
[edit]Perci Cendaña on Facebook Perci Cendaña on Twitter Template:19th Congress of the Philippines representative
[[Category of the House of Representatives of the Philippines for Akbayan]] [[Category politicians]]