CIFAL Philippines

UP-CIFAL Philippines launches data snapshot on Filipina seafarers

As part of its 10th anniversary webinar series, Conversations for Global Goals, UP-CIFAL Philippines convened maritime experts, policymakers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to examine the status of Filipina seafarers through the presentation of the initial findings of a landmark research project aimed at advancing gender-responsive maritime policies. The webinar, Mapping […]

UP-CIFAL Philippines Concludes PCGM, PCWG with LAYAG

28 November 2025—The University of the Philippines–Centre International de Formation des Autorités et Leaders (UP-CIFAL Philippines) held its Commencement Exercises for the 2025 runs of two of its flagship programs: the Professional Course on Water Governance (PCWG) and the Professional Course on Global Migration (PCGM). Held on 28 November 2025 […]

UP-CIFAL Philippines and UNITAR Launch 7th Professional Course on Global Migration

20 August 2025—The University of the Philippines – Centre International de Formation des Autorités et Leaders (UP-CIFAL) Philippines, in partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), successfully launched the seventh iteration of the Professional Course on Global Migration (PCGM).  Now in its seventh run, the course […]

UP-CIFAL Philippines and Coolaire Conduct Workshop on Integrating SDGs into Business

30 April 2025–The University of the Philippines – Centre International de Formation des Autorités et Leaders (UP-CIFAL) Philippines held the “Sustainable Development Goals for Transformational Business” (SDGs4BIZ) orientation on 28 and 30 April 2025 with Coolaire Consolidated, Inc. Held via Zoom, the two-day virtual training workshop featured a series of […]

UP-CIFAL Philippines, CFO Explore Strategic Collaboration on Migration Research and Diaspora Engagement

8 May 2025— UP-CIFAL Philippines welcomed a high-level delegation from the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) on 8 May 2025, to explore avenues for collaboration on migration research, diaspora engagement, and capacity-building initiatives. The courtesy visit gathered key representatives from both organizations, including Undersecretary Atty. Ma. Arlene Borja, accompanied by […]

UP-CIFAL PH Celebrates UN Day with Youth-Centric Event on Sustainable Development Pathways

28 October 2024 – In celebration of United Nations Day, UP-CIFAL Philippines, in partnership with key organizations, successfully hosted the event Leaders of Tomorrow: Developing Pathways for a Sustainable Future at the Malcolm Theater, University of the Philippines Diliman. The event brought together youth leaders, national and local government representatives, […]

Local Knowledge Systems Take Center Stage at UP-CIFAL Philippines Migration Symposium

The symposium brought together diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, academics, and advocates, to foster dialogue and collaboration in addressing migration issues. The insights gained will contribute to ongoing efforts to create evidence-based, inclusive, and people-centered migration policies.

Applications for the Professional Course on Global Migration (6th iteration) are now open!

As part of its mandate to strengthen the capacity of local authorities in migration governance, the UP-CIFAL Philippines offers the online Professional Course on Global Migration (PCGM). The course is intended for migration practitioners interested in a comprehensive and pragmatic approach to addressing the challenges of migration governance and strengthening […]

Summary of Proceedings: A High-level Forum on a Gender-responsive and Sustainable Recruitment and Reintegration in Philippine Migration Governance

15 December 2022 – The UP-CIFAL Philippines, together with UN Women Philippines, organized a “High-level Forum on a Gender-responsive and Sustainable Recruitment and Reintegration in Philippine Migration Governance” on 14 December 2022 at Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila, Pasay City. The forum is part of the Bridging Recruitment to Reintegration in […]

International Conference on Human Mobility and Climate Action

21 October 2021 – The University of the Philippines – Centre International de Formation des Autorités et Leaders or the International Center for Authorities and Leaders Philippines (UP-CIFAL Philippines), together with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), hosted the International […]