Young SMOU officials joined other youth representatives from over 40 affiliate youth unions for the Young NTUC Workplan Seminar in Mania, Philippines. The objective of the seminar was for young leaders to build consensus and to be aligned towards doing more for young working adults in the workforce.

The exchange started off with a visit to Surbana Jurong Pte Ltd, an infrastructure and urban development company where the youths learn how the company adapted technology to improve their productivity.

No learning journey is complete without a visit to the local union. Youths had a dialogue session with SENTRO, a local union representing workers who come from various labour sectors. At the Makati Medical Centre, young unionists experienced an engaging session with student union leaders.

Young unionists were split into groups to pit against each other in an amazing race style game in Makati City on the last day. Many experienced the spirit of cohesiveness, while being immersed in the vibrant and rich culture of the Philippines.