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A 9418
Republic Act 9418 is also known as the volunteer act 2007.It is institutionalizes a strategy for rural development and helps strengthen the sense of volunteerism. Volunteerism is defined as the principle of donating time and energy for the benefit of other people in the community as a social responsibility rather than for any financial reward. As a student Republic act 9418 is a law that helps in the development of a sense of volunteerism. Students will have a firsthand experience in serving the community and their fellow citizens, without wanting anything in return. It also helps develop a sense of camaraderie with aid in the improvement of the society. Starting early in volunteering will help in including the principle of volunteerism in the minds and heart of the youth. This volunteer work can also continue till later on in life. It is a good way to serve God, the country, and your fellow men.

Filipino Values
1. Courtesy - Filipinos are a very friendly and hospitable people, sometimes even to a fault. Take the time to smile and say "thank you", and you'll receive much better responses. You will receive an even better response if you throw in a little Tagalog, such as "salamat", which means "thank you".

2. Manliness - We stand to what we know is true and correct.

3. Dignity - we very much value our dignity as Filipinos. We would always want others to see us as good and trust-worthy citizens.

4. Prudence - We protect our reputations as Filipinos, especially family reputations to such gossips and wrong comments about us.

5. Honesty - Filipinos are very honest to their word. Pag sinabing 'oo', oo talaga yun.