On October 27, 2025, the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA (UPHSD), in partnership with Maynilad Water Academy, successfully held the Water Action Summit 2025–2026 with the theme “From Campus to Community: Advancing SDG 6 Awareness.” The event aimed to promote Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) by fostering awareness, responsible water management, and sustainable community practices within and beyond the university. The event commenced at the Guadalupe Moran Building with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, symbolizing the formal opening of the Water Action Summit and the university’s commitment to environmental stewardship and community partnership. Present during the ceremony were UPHSD administrators, faculty members, student representatives, and Maynilad officials who collectively emphasized the importance of water conservation and education as a shared responsibility. Following the opening, the program continued at the Ernesto Palanca Hall, where representatives from Maynilad delivered insightful talks on water sustainability, wastewater management, and the role of youth and academic institutions in promoting clean water access. The discussions highlighted Maynilad’s ongoing projects and collaborations that contribute to achieving SDG 6 targets in local communities. The summit also featured interactive sessions that encouraged students and faculty to participate in advocacy campaigns, research initiatives, and extension projects aligned with water sustainability. These engagements reinforced UPHSD’s mission of producing socially responsible and environmentally conscious graduates through experiential learning and community partnership. All departments of UPHSD actively participated in the event, demonstrating the university’s unified commitment to advancing environmental awareness and sustainable development initiatives. The UPHSD–Maynilad Water Action Summit 2025–2026 concluded with a renewed call for continuous collaboration between the academe and industry sectors to promote the effective implementation of SDG 6 — ensuring the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.

On October 3, 2025, a Zoom preparatory meeting was conducted by Dr. Gabriel Archemedez Y. Flores, Director of Planning and Linkages, in coordination with Maynilad Water Services, Inc. The meeting was attended by Ms. Ciara Ember Fabroa and Mr. Oliver Sta. Ana from Maynilad, along with the College Deans and representatives from various departments. Among the participants were Dr. Evelyn Antiporda, Dean of the College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management (CITHM), together with Khiana Crisostomo and Kimberly Claire Santillan, student representatives from CITHM; Dr. Bernard Macinas from the College of Arts and Sciences; Mr. David Romualdez from the College of Engineering; Ms. Lily Aileen Alinao, Dean of College of Medical Technology; Ms. Joanna Bello from Student Affairs and Services; and Ms. Guia Sta. Ana from College of Nursing. The discussion focused on finalizing plans and collaborative activities for the upcoming UPHSD Water Action Summit: From Campus to the Community – Celebrating SDG 6, an event dedicated to promoting water conservation, sustainability, and community engagement. The meeting underscored the shared commitment of UPHSD and its partners to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) through education and action-driven initiatives.

Partner Institution: Maynilad Water Academy Activity: On March 11, 2025, Maynilad and the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA collaborated to host the academic conference titled “Educating for Water Sustainability: Shaping Ecologically Responsible Citizens.” The event brought together experts, educators, and students to discuss innovative strategies for promoting water conservation, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. Key...