Dr. Jestoni P. Babia, President of the City College of Cagayan de Oro (CCCDO), presented a plaque of commendation to City Mayor Rolando "Klarex" A. Uy on September 24, 2025 at the City Mayor’s Office. The award, given by the Commission on Human Rights (CHR), recognizes CCCDO as the first local college in Mindanao to establish a Center for Human Rights Education (CHRE).
Dr. Babia, accompanied with the key members of the college's leadership— Dr. Ray Butch Mahinay, Vice President for Education and Social Development Services; Dr. Jean T. Loquillano, Director for the Center of Human Rights Education and Research; and Dr. Kurt Candilas, Vice President for Administration; shared the school’s best practices.
The institution’s initiative is aligned with target 4.7 of Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), which aims to ensure all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including human rights; SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions; SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities; and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.
This recognition from the Commission on Human Rights is not only a commendation for the City College of Cagayan de Oro but also a testament to its commitment to fostering a culture of peace and justice. By establishing the first Center for Human Rights Education in Mindanao, the college has taken a pivotal step toward building a more informed, responsible, and compassionate society, actively contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.