ALL is set for the conduct of the five-day 2017 National Youth Day in Zamboanga City from November 6 to 10.
Zamboanga Archbishop Romulo Dela Cruz said a total 2,342 youths from across the country are expected to join event. A total of 175 youths are from Zamboanga City.
Dela Cruz said that the participants are youths and single aged 13 to 39 as defined by the Church.
During the NYD celebration, Dela Cruz said the participants will tackle the social issues, social media, human trafficking, promoting social advocacy, arts and culture appreciation, and other relevant issues.
The participants will be housed by their respective Zamboangueño foster parents.
This year’s NYD is anchored on the theme: “The Mighty One has done great things for me, and Holy is his name (Luke 1:49).”
