SENATOR Christopher “Bong” Go, known for his advocacy for improved access to basic services, emphasized the importance of providing clean and accessible water supply especially in schools and communities.
As Vice Chair of the Senate Finance Committee, he recently advocated for the construction of a water supply system in the San Isidro campus of Davao Oriental State University (DORSU) under the 2025 national budget. The initiative aims to address long-standing water accessibility issues in the campus, benefitting students, faculty, and the surrounding community.
“Ang tubig ay isa sa pinaka-basic na pangangailangan ng tao. Nakakahiya naman kung mga estudyante sa unibersidad, wala pang maayos na access sa malinis na tubig,” said Go. “Kaya itinulak natin na maisama ito sa budget para matugunan ang problema sa tubig.”
The water supply system, slated for construction this year, is expected to alleviate the campus’s persistent challenges with water supply. Senator Go underscored the importance of prioritizing essential infrastructure that directly impacts the daily lives of Filipinos.
“Hindi lang ito para sa mga estudyante,” Go added. “Malaki ang maitutulong nito sa buong komunidad ng San Isidro. Kapag maayos ang infrastructure, mas napapadali ang buhay ng bawat isa.”
As Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography, Senator Go also linked the initiative to his broader health advocacy. He explained that access to clean water directly contributes to public health, particularly in preventing diseases related to poor sanitation.
“Kalusugan ang unang naapektuhan kapag walang malinis na tubig,” he said. “Kaya kung gusto nating gumanda ang sistema ng edukasyon, siguraduhin natin na healthy ang mga estudyante.”
The senator, who also authored multiple health-related bills, pointed out that addressing such basic needs complements his long-standing push for improved healthcare facilities and services, particularly in underserved areas.
“Maraming pinaglalabanan sa budget, pero kailangang siguraduhin na napupunta ito sa mga proyekto na talagang may pakinabang sa tao,” he said. “Ito ang layunin natin sa Senado—ang ilapit ang serbisyo ng gobyerno sa bawat Pilipino.”
Senator Go also highlighted his push for sports infrastructure development in DORSU. He successfully advocated for the rehabilitation of the gymnasium at DORSU’s main campus as Chairperson of both the Senate Committees on Youth and on Sports.
“Patuloy kaming magseserbisyo sa inyo dahil bisyo ko ang magserbisyo at ako ay naniniwala na ang serbisyo sa tao ay serbisyo ‘yan sa Panginoon, serbisyo ‘yan kay Allah,” underscored Go who is known as Mr. Malasakit for his compassionate service to Filipinos in need.
