Brian Poe Files Military Service Scholarship Program Bill to Empower Youth
FPJ Bayanihan party-list Representative Brian Poe has officially filed a bill to establish the Military Service Scholarship Program. This initiative aims to empower Filipino youth by providing access to higher education while promoting national development and security. The military service scholarship program addresses the challenges many young Filipinos face in pursuing college due to financial constraints.
The Philippine Constitution highlights the vital role of the youth in nation-building and in maintaining a strong defense force ready to respond to threats. Yet, many young Filipinos continue to struggle with poverty and limited educational opportunities. The military service scholarship program seeks to bridge this gap by offering deserving students full scholarships in exchange for mandatory military service after graduation.
Program Details and Benefits for Filipino Youth
The bill proposes that qualified students receive full tuition coverage, academic fees, and living allowances. Besides academic studies, scholars will undergo military training and leadership development to prepare them for future service roles. This approach ensures that the youth are equipped with discipline, skills, and a patriotic spirit needed for effective national defense and civic duties.
After completing their education, scholars must serve at least four years in the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Depending on their qualifications and the needs of the country, they may serve as commissioned officers or enlisted personnel. For those medically unfit or exempted from combat roles, the bill includes provisions for alternative national service. These scholars can contribute through disaster response, public health, education, or technical support to government agencies.
Support for Reintegration and Career Development
To help scholars transition back to civilian life, the program plans a Transition Support Program in collaboration with the Department of Labor and Employment. This initiative will provide career counseling, job placement assistance, skills certification, and opportunities for reskilling or entrepreneurship.
Representative Poe stressed, “This program not only opens doors for education but also fosters a sense of duty and responsibility among our youth. It’s an investment in their future and the future of our nation.” Local leaders noted that the military service scholarship program stands as a transformative effort to ensure equitable access to education while strengthening the country’s defense capabilities.
By combining education with military service, the program cultivates a new generation of leaders committed to serving the Philippines with discipline, patriotism, and civic responsibility. This initiative equips the youth not only for personal success but also to contribute meaningfully to the nation’s security and development.
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