The Alpas community held a Kapehan Session: An Alpas Gathering on January 16, 2026, at the Psychological Testing Unit, bringing together students with additional needs in a safe and welcoming space. Inspired by the Filipino tradition of coffee gatherings, the event encouraged openness, comfort, and meaningful connection among participants.
Through sharing circles, members were able to build peer support, foster empathy, and promote self-empowerment. The relaxed setting also supported mental health and well-being by providing an avenue for dialogue, reflection, and stress relief.
The Kapehan Session likewise served as a valuable avenue for gathering insights to help tailor future ALPAS activities and strategize ways to invite and engage more members in upcoming sessions. Overall, the event reinforced alpas’ commitment to inclusivity, belonging, and holistic support, transforming a simple coffee gathering into a meaningful experience of connection and resilience. Stand by for more upcoming ALPAS events this year.
