ABOUT CCD

Established in 1981 in response to the 32nd General Congregation of the Society of Jesus, the Social Integration Office (SIO) began as a student extension program under the Ateneo de Naga Research Center, initially focusing on exposures and immersions. In the early 1990s, it shifted its direction toward poverty alleviation and community development. In 1994, it was renamed the Center for Community Development (CCD) to reflect its broader mission.

By 1997, the Community Outreach Program was institutionalized, and in recent years, the National Service Training Program was integrated into the student curriculum. Today, CCD serves as the social involvement arm of Ateneo de Naga University, extending the university’s commitment to nation-building by partnering with communities beyond its campus boundaries.

MISSION

CCD is mandated to develop and implement programs, projects and activities geared toward producing graduates with social orientation and personal commitment to help resolve the social problems of the society.

VISION

Empowered and Responsive Communities

AGAP ATENISTA the word “Agap” means to save and prepare. The project will be a whole year relief donations drive that will be stored by the university. This project shall centralize the relief operation efforts from other offices, and partner organizations/groups through coordination with the CCD.

The relief donations will be distributed immediately during typhoons or other disasters. The donations shall be solicited in kind or in cash from willing donors within and outside the university. Items that will be collected from the donations are non-perishable such as; 1) Canned Goods 2) Noodles 3) Rice 4) Soap/Toiletries 4) Beddings 5) used clothing 6) water.

BAHAY ATENISTA is a project of Ateneo de Naga University that seeks to establish a strong partnership with the Social Government and the university’s organizations, and benefactors, so that underprivileged but deserving families in nearby communities uplift their lives from poverty.Inspired to promote a deeper sense of being “men and women for and with others”, it involves itself in project planning, manpower organizing and building simple but durable houses for families that are in dire need of shelter.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM. The CCD provides activities for mass involvement by students, faculty and staff relative to contemporary poverty and justice issues; activities that are conjointly on exposure and a response to the situation of poverty and injustice in Bicol.Program Objectives
By the end of the semester, student participants are expected to:
1.) Deepen their understanding of Jesuit education through meaningful community service and holistic personal development.
2.) Collaborate with others to build “communities of solidarity” through community work, development projects, and shared efforts for social change.

IGNATIANA – The Ignaciana Outreach Activities happens annually as part of the feast celebration of St. Ignatius of Loyola—founder of the Society of Jesus. Through the CCD, different outreach activities are conducted to various partnered communities.

NSTP-CIFP program – prepares students for the rigors of university life, grounded in the Ignatian value of service to others. It aims to form holistically developed Ateneans by providing opportunities for awareness and meaningful encounters with underprivileged communities in their concrete life situations. CCD plays a supporting role in this program by assisting the NSTP-CIFP Department in coordinating with partner communities, as well as in the preparation, and monitoring of outreach, exposure, and immersion activities.

PROJECT SALUD is the Center for Community Development feeding program designed to help improve undernourished and disadvantaged children’s nutritional status in our partner communities.

REVERSE CAROLING – is one of the special projects of the CCD which aims to impart the Christmas spirit to the less fortunate. It modifies the typical concept of caroling wherein, instead of receiving gifts, the carolers are the ones who give presents to the families visited.

XAVIER DAY OUTREACH – activities that happen annually as part of the feast celebration of St. Francis Xavier—the patron Saint of Ateneo de Naga University. Through the Center for Community Development, different outreach activities are conducted to various partners and adopted communities. These institutional outreach activities are highly participated in by; administrators, faculty, staff, and students.

CCD VOLTZ – is a student-led extracurricular organization, closely associated with the CCD in terms of establishment and financial support. Serving as the official volunteer group for CCD, they play a key role in spearheading our various projects, actively contributing to the execution of sustainable social development initiatives within our partner communities.

MANGROVE & TREE PLANTING – Guided by the Laudato Si’ Action Platform, this program integrates ecological & sustainable practices, and community participation, ensuring that ADNU remains at the forefront of environmental advocacy in Bicol and beyond.

BANTAY BAYAN – This program empowers citizens to participate actively in democracy through voter education and good governance advocacy. It guides voters in making informed electoral choices and supports leaders in promoting ethical, transparent & people-centered leadership. Rooted in the university’s mission of fostering a just Filipino society, the program advances democratic values of justice, equality, and accountability, ensuring governance serves the common good through civic engagement and political awareness.

  1. OUTREACH ACTIVITY MECHANICS
    1. Submit a letter of intent along with a concept paper or project proposal for the outreach activity through this Google Form link:
      1. Concept Paper
        1. Title of Activity
        2. Date
        3. Area
        4. Target community participants
        5. List of Participants
        6. Rationale
        7. Objective
        8. Program Design/Activity Flow
        9. Budget Proposal
      2. The CCD Director will review and approve the proposal. Once approved, the CCD Field Coordinator will either conduct a site visit to partner communities or assign the outreach activity to the requesting group.
      3. After confirming the outreach activity reservation, a project meeting will be scheduled (date and location to be announced) to discuss the activity guidelines. These guidelines will cover transportation, work schedules, expenses, parental consent, and other necessary arrangements. It is essential that all participants attend and understand these details.
      4. The organization, class, or department will carry out the outreach activity in accordance with the approved proposal submitted to the CCD office.
      5. The CCD Field Coordinator will oversee and monitor the actual implementation of the outreach activity.
      6. Before leaving the site, the organization, class, or department must conduct an evaluation of the activity.
      7. A complete documentation report must be submitted to the CCD office via this link:
        Documentation Report Attachement Requisites
        1. Letter to CCD Director and Concept Paper
        2. Short description of what transpired during the outreach
        3. Pictures (actual implementations of the activity and participants)
        4. Attendance sheet for faculty, staff, and students participants
        5. Evaluation Form
      8. The CCD will issue certificates of participation to those who have successfully completed the outreach activity and submitted the required documentation report.
  2. CCD E-SERVICES
    1. OUTREACH ACTIVITY APPLICATION (NON-CCD ACTIVITY): https://forms.gle/KUS6zqsoSrn7RvpP6
    2. CCD SPONSORED OUTREACH ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION: TBA (A week before the scheduled outreach)
    3. OUTREACH DOCUMENTATION REPORT SUBMISSION: https://forms.gle/bYwJQMcCPUEUTqCu5
    4. EVALUATION: https://forms.gle/dnUNajVV6fDRMQ9b7
  3. PARTNER COMMUNITIES
    1. 7 Municipalities
    2. 23 Barangays  
    3. 2 Laudato Si Tree Planting Site

FEATURED ARTICLE AND VIDEO

Latest uploaded activity with caption and photos on CCD page: https://www.facebook.com/ADNU.CCD and
latest video on CCD Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@adnuccd7007

LATEST ARTICLE:

📣 IGNATIANA UNIVERSITY-WIDE OUTREACH 2025 📣

In celebration of the Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola 2025, our University-Wide
Outreach activities are now open for volunteers!

Guided by the theme “Pilgrim companions journeying with hope: serving God’s
people and caring for our common home,” this year’s outreach activities invite the ADNU
community to actively take part in meaningful acts of service with our partner
communities— grounded in faith, solidarity, and environmental responsibility. 🌿

This initiative is not simply about giving, but about walking with others— listening,learning, and acting in hope as fellow pilgrims in the Ignatian mission.

📌 To register:
Scan the QR code:

Or go to this link:
🔗 https://forms.gle/JbziiibvcgP6XpbdA

Reminders:

  • Registration is now open
  • Slots are limited, so we recommend that you and your friends to register as soon as possible.
  • Please use your Gbox account to ensure a smooth registration process

More information will be shared through official announcements via Facebook and
email. For any concerns, you may visit the CCD Office (Ground Floor, Burns
Building) or contact us at (054) 881-2368 loc. 2061.

Let’s walk together in service and hope. Diyos Mabalos and See you all! #IgnatianaOutreach2025

Latest video: https://youtube.com/shorts/wgQur9wOf08

  1. PHOTO GALLERY
    For more information, and if you wish to share the spirit of Ignatian generosity through partnerships and projects, visit the CCD office located at G/F Burns Building, or contact them via phone at 881-2368 loc. 2061 or email @ ccd@gbox.adnu.edu.ph