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Community Engagement

Community Engagement

Be the Hand That Builds Hope

Be the Hand That Builds Hope

LCDC — De La Salle University–Dasmariñas' extension arm for sustainable, inclusive, and people-centered community development.

 

For over three decades, LCDC has partnered with communities, students, faculty, and civic groups to turn compassion into tangible change. Join our volunteers and donors in empowering lives through education, resilience-building, and social advocacy.

Who we are

Who we are

The Lasallian Community Development Center (LCDC) is the extension arm of De La Salle University–Dasmariñas that manages and facilitates sustainable, inclusive, relevant, and innovative extension and service-learning programs. Guided by the Lasallian spirit, LCDC leverages three and a half decades of experience to build collaborative partnerships and drive social transformation.

Our Vision

To create sustainable communities, serve the poor and marginalized, and inspire inclusive participation toward social transformation.

Our Mission

To implement impactful and sustainable extension programs through relevant research, collaborative engagement, and transformative education.

Our Programs

What: Integrates academic learning with community service, engaging students in organized, reflective activities that respond to community needs.  

 

Why it matters: Students gain real-world skills while communities receive education-driven solutions.  

What: Builds sustainable partnerships with marginalized communities and vulnerable sectors through participatory projects.  
Why it matters: Long-term initiatives that promote dignity, livelihoods, and systemic change.  

Sustainability & Resiliency — entrepreneurial training, ecological awareness, disaster preparedness.  

Social Engagement & Advocacy — formation, critical awareness, collective action for justice and peace.  

Serve with Heart.

Grow with Purpose.

 

LCDC leads DLSU-D's volunteerism efforts, creating opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to make meaningful, sustained contributions to community development. Through SERVE and other initiatives, volunteers are formed, accompanied, and empowered to become compassionate leaders.

Why volunteer with LCDC?

  • Structured formation and accompaniment for volunteers.
  • Hands-on experience in education, livelihood, advocacy, and resilience-building.
  • A supportive Lasallian community that values service as mission.

Support and Assistance

  • Short community visits & relief operations.
  • Long-term service-learning placements (QUEST projects).
  • Skills workshops (teaching, livelihood training, health education).
  • Advocacy campaigns.

How to join:

  1. Click Sign Up (Registry is for LCDC-related initiatives.) 

  2. Choose the program or event you want to join. 

  3. Attend the volunteer orientation and formation sessions. 

  4. Serve, reflect, and grow

SERVE — Students’ Extension of Resources through Voluntary Efforts

Since 1989, SERVE has nurtured Lasallian students who live the mission through service, advocacy, and community development. Under LCDC guidance, SERVE offers formation, accompaniment, and hands-on projects that deepen students’ faith, skills, and commitment to the common good.   

Contact Information

Lasallian Community Development Center
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Dona Marcela Agoncilla Hall De La Salle University – Dasmariñas, 
Brgy. Fatima 1, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines, 4114
ic-mail
lcdc@dlsud.edu.ph
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Cavite Line: +63 (46) 481.1900 

Manila Line: +63 (2) 8779.5180

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Local: 3276
Contact Information