The ceremony was graced by Ms. Christine Chua, Executive Assistant II from the City Mayor’s Office, and PD Adrian Ampong, District Director of TESDA ZC-ICDO. In her message, Ms. Chua acknowledged the dedication of the graduates and highlighted the importance of acquiring technical skills. She emphasized how each qualification and technical-vocational skill is crucial and beneficial to the overall development of the industry, contributing to both local and national progress. PD Engr. Ampong underscored TESDA’s commitment to providing quality technical-vocational education and training, assisting individuals in re-skilling and upskilling to enhance their competencies. He also highlighted TESDA’s collaboration with the City Government in creating more employment opportunities for graduates, ensuring their newly acquired skills translate into meaningful jobs. Several graduates also delivered heartfelt testimonials during the ceremony, expressing their gratitude for the scholarships and the opportunity to acquire new skills. They shared how TESDA’s programs and the support from the City Government have prepared them for their journey toward employment and professional growth.

TESDA RTC–Zamboanga Peninsula commends all graduates for their perseverance and hard work and reaffirms its mission to empower more individuals through skills development, training programs, and partnerships with local government units, supporting the growth of competent professionals across various industries.