USTP YouthMappers is the official YouthMappers chapter of the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines - Cagayan de Oro (USTP-CDO). Established in July 2021, it also serves as the mapping arm of the Department of Geodetic Engineering under the College of Engineering and Architecture of USTP-CDO. Formerly, USTP YouthMappers operates under the umbrella organization USTP AGES (Association of Geodetic Engineering Students), the official student body of the Department of Geodetic Engineering, and is dedicated to promoting geospatial knowledge and skills among the youth.
USTP YouthMappers was founded by Engr. Denrazir Atara, the serving moderator, along with the pioneering officers for the chapter under the leadership of Jovi Frances Lofranco. Initially, the organization was exclusively open to Geodetic Engineering students at USTP-CDO. However, recognizing the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, USTP YouthMappers has now expanded its membership to include students from other programs and faculties. Currently, we have members that are students from the Civil Engineering, Information Technology, Environmental Science programs among others.
Organizational Chart
A.Y. 2023-2024
Name
Position
Gerald Solidor
AGES President
Vince Alain Salcedo
Vice-President External Affairs
Joyce Mae Callao
YouthMappers Commissioner
Lanz Bartolome
Human Resources Head
Maxille James Obsioma
Records Head
Jason Tompong
Publication Officer
Chynna Eunice Nemeño
Finance Officer
Jules Zyre Idulsa
Technical Head
A.Y. 2022-2023
Name
Position
Roberry Jann Ello
AGES President
Gerald Solidor
Vice-President External Affairs
Joyce Mae Callao
YouthMappers Commissioner
Ben Geber Salas
Records Officer
June Costales
External Development Division
Helen Lumain
Lanz Bartolome
Project Officer
Nique Yoon Mee Joo
Multimedia Officer
Shaaira Ashley Guiamel
Delbert Namata
Membership Officer
Karen Crystal Paler
Content Writer
Maria Lea Bucana
Justine May Gamayon
Training Lead
Vince Alain Salcedo
Harby Jay Galario
A.Y. 2021-2022
Name
Position
Jovi Frances Lofranco
AGES President
Claydel Jane Nalugon
YouthMappers Commissioner
Trainings and Activities
A.Y. 2022-2023
Actvity/Training
Date
MapRoulette Training with Digital Skills Program Trainees
March 2, 2023
Open Data Day 2023: Empowering AI and Open Mapping with Open Data
March 4, 2023
OpenStreetMap Basic Training
March 1, 2023
2nd Quarterly Meeting
February 20, 2023
Map Your Heart Out
February 18, 2023
1st Chapter Assembly and Sharing of Knowledge from PnMxSotMA2022
February 8, 2023
Intensive KoboToolBox Training
December 1-4, 2022
Fiji Electrification Mapathon with Filipino YouthMappers
November 30, 2022
GIS Day 2022: Training on Basic Geospatial Data Visualization using QGIS
November 28, 2022
Illuminate: Global premiere of YouthMapper's documentary
October 26, 2022
National Science and Technology Week
October 26, 2022
1st Quarterly Meeting
October 5, 2022
OSM 18th Birthday Celebration
August 2022
Mapping and API Intergration Training
July 25, 2022
Field Mapping Workshop with AER COLLABDev
June 1, 2022
Mapper of the Month 2022-2023
Name
Month and Year
Vince Alain Salcedo
July 2023
Dariene Joy Galon
June 2023
Susana Diane Oyan
May 2023
Rystal Joy Osorio
April 2023
Chyndale Fate Jabutay
March 2023
Delbert Namata
February 2023
Justine May Gamayon
January 2023
Ben Geber Salas
December 2022
Projects and Initiatives
Over the last few years, USTP YouthMappers has successfully conducted several funded projects, focusing on utilizing mapping and geospatial technologies for the betterment of communities. These projects have ranged from mapping vulnerable areas for disaster preparedness to supporting environmental conservation initiatives through geospatial analysis.
With a vision to broaden its impact, the USTP YouthMappers chapter is actively considering expanding its reach to the Alubijid campus of USTP. By establishing a secondary chapter, the organization aims to involve more students and extend its community development efforts to a wider geographical area.
Grants Received
Grants and Funding
Date of Award
Open Data Day Grant
2022
Asia Pacific Hub Student Club Sponsorship
2022
OSM PH Booster Grant Awardee for Project Mapadayon
2022
Mapakalamidad Microgrant Awardee for Project MapaSakuna
2022
Mapakalamidad Microgrant Awardee for Project DRM School Competition
2023
Awards and Recognitions
Since its inception, USTP YouthMappers has received numerous awards from different award-giving bodies for its outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of geospatial mapping. These awards serve as a testament to the organization's commitment to excellence and dedication to community development.
Award
Date
Description
Women's Participation Award
2023
For committing to carry out a vision of an inclusive mapping community and engaging a majority (greater than 50%) of female student mappers, through membership and leadership, in their YouthMappers chapter and contributing to the enrichment of their universities, local community networks, and national activities.
Best Paper Award
October 2022
This is for the community project entitled "MapaSakuna: Mapping of Disaster-Related Facilities and Training on Data Integration through MapaKalamidad's API" during the Philippine Association of Extension Program Implementers, Inc. Regional Congress 2022 at CPSC, Camiguin Island under the Environment and Climate Change Category.
2022 YouthMappers PH Award
November 2022
Given to all Filipino YouthMappers Chapter who actively participated during the Pista ng Mapa x State of the Map 2023
2022 Women's Participation Award
2022
For committing to carry out a vision of an inclusive mapping community and engaging a majority (greater than 50%) of female student mappers, through membership and leadership, in their YouthMappers chapter and contributing to the enrichment of their universities, local community networks, and national activities.
2022 James Kweku Eshun Mentoring Award
2022
Formerly the YouthMappers Faculty Advisor Award. Awarded to chapter advisors offering the highest level of support to YouthMappers chapters, facilitating learning opportunities, and going above and beyond their duty to advise and mentor.
Top 15 finalist with Engr. Denrazir Atara and Ben Geber Salas as representatives
TAYO Awards Finalist
2022
Under the Disaster Track for Project MapaSakuna
USTP Kahamili Awards
2022
Recognized chapter for receiving various awards
National Disaster Resilience Month Awards
2022
For the top barangay who contributed the most number of reports for the month of July
COLLABDev Strong Independent Award
2022
Awarded for having the most projects done after OSM training
She Leads She Inspires Top 100 Champions
2022
Awarded to Roberry Jann Ello for participating in this challenge
COLLABDev Mindanao Roadshow OSM Representative
2022
Recognized as volunteers in the region. Helen Lumain, Stephen Elbanbuena and Engr. Denrazir Atara represented the region.
YouthMappers Leadership Fellow Summit 2023
2023
Awarded to 4 members of USTP YouthMappers. Roberry Jann Ello, Joyce Mae Callao, June Costales and Helen Lumain.
Conferences
Conference Title
Date
Description
Pista ng Mapa x State of the Map Asia 2022
Nov. 21-25, 2022
There are a total of 9 delegates from the USTP YouthMappers. More info[1]
PAEPI 10 Regional Extension Congress 2022 Paper and Poster Presentation
2022
Engr. Denrazir Atara bagged the Best Paper for the Environment and Climate Change Strand for the USTP YouthMappers Project MapaSakuna
Featured Posts
One of the recipients of our Student Club Sponsorship, USTP - Association of Geodetic Engineering Students YouthMappers, shares their experience of implementing #OSM and #openmapping activities. Click here [2]
AER COLLABDev Conducts Field Mapping Workshop to USTP - AGES YouthMappers. Click here [3]
The Eastern Visayas State University - Student Association of Geodetic Engineering conducted a meeting with the USTP-AGES YouthMappers Chapter for a possible collaboration on YouthMappers activities. The meeting was held last September 7, 2022. More info. [5]
We are excited to announce our local partners for the OSM Regional Hackfest 2023. Our new partner, USTP YouthMappers has been active in promoting #OSM through trainings in remote mapping & for outreach to communities. More info [6]
