RDEsys

Office of the Vice President forโ€จResearch, Development, and Extension

buovprde@bicol-u.edu.ph

Bicol University, East Campus, Legazpi City,โ€จAlbay, Legazpi, Philippines

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๐—Ÿ๐—ข๐—ข๐—ž | A spark of hope now shines from within the walls of Camalig District Jail as it launches the ๐‘ณ๐’–๐’Ž๐’Š๐’ ๐‘จ๐’“๐’•, a livelihood project in collaboration with FABLAB Bicol!

Through this inspiring initiative, Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) turn reclaimed wood, donated by DENR Albay from road-widening projects, into handcrafted wooden lamps with artistic flair and exceptional quality.

These one-of-a-kind lighting pieces are not just products, theyโ€™re stories of transformation, resilience, and creativity. ๐Ÿชต๐Ÿ’ก

๐Ÿ”ง With the technical expertise of FABLAB Bicol, each lamp is elevated through:

โœจ Acrylic laser-printed components

โœจ Modern design integration

โœจ Electrical and lighting support

โœจ Product branding

You can find these creations displayed at the Negosyo Center, Camalig OTOP Hub and local trade fairs.

This livelihood project has:

โœ… Expanded market reach

โœ… Improved product quality

โœ… Strengthened branding

โœ… Empowered lives behind bars

๐‘ณ๐’–๐’Ž๐’Š๐’ ๐‘จ๐’“๐’• is more than just a livelihood, itโ€™s a symbol of new beginnings and shining second chances. ๐Ÿ’›