Baguio

Baguio, the largest city in Benguet province, is a vibrant hub of business, indigenous culture, and education in the Cordillera Administrative Region of the Philippines. According to 2020 population data, home to nearly 110,000 young people (aged 15-30), about 32% of its population, the city nurtures active youth participation through festivals, volunteer programs, and leadership initiatives. The 2022 Youth Welfare and Empowerment Code by the Baguio City Council further strengthened young people’s role in governance, building a foundation in place that ensures their voices shape the city’s future.