𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒 | 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝: 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 '𝐆𝐨 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐬'

𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒 | 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝: 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 '𝐆𝐨 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐬'

Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) distributes first-aid-essential “Go Bags” to all its employees this week which is still part of its observance of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW), aligned with the national theme “UNITEd for a VAW-free Philippines.” Led by the Gender and Development (GAD) Office, the initiative advocates for a holistic view of safety that links disaster preparedness with protection from all forms of violence.

Each bright orange Go Bag is equipped with carefully selected items designed to support immediate survival, injury management, and safe evacuation during emergencies. Medical supplies include elastic bandages for injury support, swelling compression, and bleeding control; triangular bandages for immobilizing fractures or dislocations and creating slings; sterile gauze, cotton balls, and cotton buds for cleaning, dressing, and protecting wounds; and alcohol swabs and wipes for disinfection. Micropore tape is also included to securely hold wound dressings in place.

Each kit further contains essential tools that enhance safety and response in crisis situations. A flashlight provides critical illumination during power outages and evacuations, while a whistle enables individuals to signal for help when shouting is ineffective. Scissors support both first-aid and emergency response. Safety pins are included for securing bandages and slings. Face masks protection against dust and other potential contaminants during disasters.

The selection of the Go Bag contents is undertaken in coordination with the Medical and Dental Unit (MDU) to ensure technical soundness and in support of the University Disaster and Risk Reduction Management Council (UDRRMC), reflecting TAU’s commitment to preparedness, resilience, and the well-being of its workforce while reducing vulnerability and panic during crises.

Beyond their practical function, the Go Bags serve as a symbol of TAU’s integrated advocacy for safety and protection. By preparing its community for emergencies while advancing the campaign to end violence against women, the University affirms that a truly safe campus is one that is ready to respond to disasters and resolute in fostering a violence-free environment.

#SmartTAU #GreenandGlobal #GoBag #GAD #VAWC #UDRRMC #MDU #SDG3 #SDG4 #SDG5 #SDG10 #SDG17

Text | Jerome L. Duque [Information Unit]

Photos | June Adel S. Guerrero [Information Unit] and Various Offices