Discover Michael Xander’s testimony, a beneficiary of the Daanbantayan program, a socio-professional integration program for students in Cebu, Philippines.

Children of Asia really have a big impact in my life. It helped me by supporting my studies and lessening my financial problems. Because of that, I can focus and do my best in my studies. Enfants d’Asie guided and molded me on how to become a better student and a person. Throughout the training they’ve made for us, my knowledge and confidence got better. They’ve also given me guidance and encouragement which boosted my self-confidence and made me realize my true potential as a student and as a person.

The Hard Skills Training really helped me in my personal development. It helped me train my English speaking skills and also boosted my confidence not just in speaking but also in public speaking. Through confidence, you can face challenges without easily giving up, you can speak up freely, build better connections and relationships, and also to grab opportunities. I’ve been living my whole life afraid of doing something in front of other people because of how bad the results may be if I fail one thing. I’m afraid of what people may think about me. But right now, I have slowly realized that being afraid doesn’t give you a better future. You must let those bad thoughts perish and replace them with confidence. If you believe in yourself, you will win in life.

The Gabay Training Center and Education Program helps me by providing a place where I can learn safely and grow freely. The Gabay Training Center has had a big impact in my life. Through the training they’ve managed, my knowledge in IT and English grows. They’ve played a crucial role in my personal growth as a student and as a person. They’ve supported and valued us scholars and motivated us to do better and to become better.