TSU - Center for Peace, Indigenous People's Resources and Development, in partnership with an extensionist from the College of Arts and Social Sciences, organized a practical workshop on letter writing for Indigenous Peoples (IP) leaders of Maamot, San Jose, Tarlac
The CPIPRD also extends its sincere appreciation to Chieftain, Ms. Pineda Grospe, and Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR), Ms. Marilou Modelo, for their invaluable support and active participation, which greatly contributed to the success of the workshop. Their leadership inspired the 55 participants, comprising respected Elders and dedicated Community Leaders, whose presence and engagement demonstrated a shared commitment to strengthening governance practices within their respective communities.
The session was led by Asso. Prof. Anna Maria Soccorro Coloma, who shared her knowledge and experience in crafting clear and effective letters. She began by highlighting how important it is for community leaders to master the basics of correspondence, as written communication often serves as their bridge to various stakeholders, partners, and institutions.
To make the lessons easier to follow, Prof. Coloma provided sample letters written in a language familiar to the participants. She walked them through the different parts of a typical letter, explaining how each part plays a role in getting their message across clearly and respectfully.
After the discussion, she invited the participants to put what they learned into practice. With her patient guidance, the IP leaders wrote their own letters, focusing on keeping their message simple yet meaningful. Throughout the session, Prof. Coloma emphasized that strong writing skills are essential in daily life, especially for leaders who must often speak on behalf of their communities.
Through this workshop, the CPIPRD hopes to empower IP leaders to express their thoughts and intentions more confidently, one letter at a time.
