The utilization project titled “Beyond the Classroom: Empowering Leaders through SDG-Focused Advocacy and Project Development for Real-World Impact” was implemented to translate research findings into concrete leadership development initiatives for student leaders across Nueva Vizcaya. Grounded in the results of an earlier empirical study on student leadership formation, the project focused on two strategic objectives: the organization of hybrid leadership trainings and workshops, and the review and integration of leadership-related topics in selected General Education courses such as Rizal, Contemporary World, and Ethics.

To accomplish the first strategic objective, asynchronous virtual meetings were conducted to provide flexible engagement with student leaders from six higher education institutions in the province. During these sessions, student leaders received notes on leadership and summaries of the empirical findings, which served as the basis for understanding their roles, competencies, and developmental needs. This virtual phase served as preparation for the culminating in-person activity.

The asynchronous meetings concluded with a face-to-face seminar-workshop held on December 6, 2025, in collaboration with MAT Social Studies students. The activity was attended by 84 student leaders and four faculty members representing six higher education institutions in Nueva Vizcaya. The seminar-workshop provided opportunities for hands-on learning, collaborative discussions, and guided project development aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. Through these engagements, participants strengthened their capabilities for effective, accountable, and development-oriented leadership.