SM Center Pulilan Empowers Young Changemakers at Global Youth Summit 2025

Participants from schools, organizations, and communities across Bulacan gathered for the Global Youth Summit (GYS) 2025 at SM Center Pulilan. 

Hundreds of young leaders, innovators, and advocates gathered at SM Center Pulilan on August 22, 2025 for the Global Youth Summit (GYS) 2025, a nationwide initiative of SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, in partnership with the Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Philippines.

The event brought together an estimated 200 participants from schools, organizations, and communities across Bulacan to engage in inspiring discussions and collaborative activities that advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Atty. Julius Victor C. Degala, Department Head of Bulacan Environment and Natural Resources Office (BENRO), is one of the key speakers at the recently held Global Youth Summit (GYS) 2025 at SM Center Pulilan.

Hon. Rolando S. Peralta, Jr., Municipal Mayor of Pulilan, Bulacan, delivers his message to the youth during the opening ceremony of the Global Youth Summit (GYS) 2025 at SM Center Pulilan. 

This year’s program featured Atty. Nikki Manuel S. Coronel, OIC-Head of Provincial Youth and Sports Development Office, Atty. Julius Victor C. Degala, Department Head of Bulacan Environment and Natural Resources Office, and Atty. Mildred F. Ople, Managing Partner of Ople Law Office who shared their experiences and insights on topics such as Reduced Inequalities, Sustainable Cities and Communities, and Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. 

Students and young leaders actively participated at this year’s Global Youth Summit (GYS) 2025 at SM Center Pulilan. 

At least 200 participants gathered for a day of insightful discussions and collaborative activities during the Global Youth Summit (GYS) 2025 at SM Center Pulilan. 

“We are proud to be one of 17 SM Malls nationwide celebrating the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. And together with the Global Peace Foundation, we will continue to support events like this—helping young leaders like you stay ahead and make real impact.” said Alvin De Galicia, Assistant Mall Manager of SM  Center Pulilan. 

Provincial Youth and Sports Development Office OIC-Head Atty. Nikki Manuel S. Coronel presents his topic, SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, as the 1st Speaker of the recently held Global Youth Summit (GYS) 2025 at SM Center Pulilan .

The Bulacan leg of GYS 2025 is part of a series of summits held across 17 SM Malls nationwide, which started at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. Each leg serves as a platform for young changemakers to network, learn from experts, and collaborate on projects that support the SDGs.

SM Cares and GPF remain committed to empowering the next generation by providing them with spaces and opportunities to lead initiatives that create positive change in their communities.