Why YOU Should #OwnTheFuture in the 2025 Senate Elections

The 2025 Philippine Senate elections are fast approaching, and young Filipinos, a.k.a. you, dear reader, have a critical role to play. As the pillars of this nation’s future, your voice matters more than ever. That’s what The Rundown 2025 is here for—to ensure you make informed decisions that will shape Philippine society for generations to come.

The Rundown 2025 is a youth-led, non-partisan forum designed to educate and engage young and first-time voters. With this year’s theme, Kinabukasan ng Kabataang Pilipino: Karapatan, Kaligtasan, Kalayaan, it highlights the importance of human rights, safety and security, and independence in upholding our democracy. Arming yourself with the knowledge of how voting and elections work ensures you can count on your vote and your vote will count.

And all of this matters because there’s a lot in this election for us. From issues and challenges in education and public transportation to climate change and mental health, we’re aware that more can and should be done. Researching, dissecting, and demanding clarity on the senatorial candidates’ stances and solutions will help you and your peers vote responsibly. And the more you know, the more empowered you become. So whether by fighting misinformation or raising social awareness, you can be at the forefront of social change.

Still on the fence? With Q&As, roundtable discussions, and rapid-fire yes or no questions, this forum will also give you direct insights into candidates' actual policies and values. In this way, you're not just casting votes based on their names, campaign promises, the vibes they give off, or peer pressure. You'll be able to vote knowing who truly represents the public's interests.

The Rundown 2025 isn’t just an event. It’s a movement for an informed and empowered youth electorate. Stay engaged, spread the word, and most importantly, vote. Together, we can #OwnTheFuture and create meaningful social change for generations to come. The future is yours, and it’s yours to build too.

Join us on March 15, 2025, from 4 to 8 PM at ​​UP Diliman, Quezon City. See you there!

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