Health is one of the most important foundations for a strong workforce. At Ulticon Builders Inc. (UBI), we believe that caring for our people’s well-being is just as critical as delivering world-class infrastructure. This belief was reinforced during our recent Cancer Awareness Program, a symposium held at our main office clinic in Davao City. It was organized as part of our broader Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Health and Safety initiatives, underscoring our commitment to a healthier workplace and community.
This initiative reflects our value of CARE and supports our ISO-certified Occupational Health and Safety Management System. While our projects span bridges, roads, and tunnels across the country, programs like this remind us that the well-being of our team members is just as important as the physical structures we build.
The event was led by the Office of Safety, Health, and Environment (OSHE) in partnership with the Cancer Division of the City Health Office. Medical professionals, including District Health Physicians Dr. Kara Marcella Barro and Dr. Sharlene Tan, gave insightful presentations on the early signs of cancer, risk factors, and the importance of regular checkups. Ulticon’s own company nurses, Anna Liza A. Bacus and Lani Mae A. Astudillo, helped facilitate the program.
The goal was to educate employees on how to recognize potential warning signs and take action before it’s too late. Topics covered included the top cancer types in the Philippines such as breast, lung, colon, and prostate cancers. The discussion also addressed how lifestyle choices, environmental exposure, and family history can influence cancer risk.
The format was interactive and approachable, encouraging employees to ask questions and share concerns. When health education is delivered in a relatable way, it becomes more effective and impactful.
Ulticon Builders has always treated health and safety not as a checkbox, but as a core part of our operations. We implement daily health monitoring on project sites, enforce strict safety protocols, and conduct regular wellness checks. This cancer awareness symposium is part of a larger effort to embed wellness into our workplace culture.
By prioritizing programs like these, we empower our employees with knowledge and resources that help them protect not only their lives but also the lives of their families. Prevention and early detection are key, and the first step toward that is awareness. This event encouraged our team to be proactive in managing their health.
For Carlos “Charlie” Gonzalez Ulticon co-founder and Chairman, this focus on people is deeply personal. His vision for Ulticon has always extended beyond physical infrastructure. It is about building a company where people feel valued, protected, and supported. CSR activities like this bring that vision to life.
One of the most powerful parts of the symposium was its emotional resonance. Participants shared stories of loved ones who battled cancer, while some reflected on their own experiences with health scares. These testimonies reminded everyone in the room that cancer is not just a medical issue. It is a human one. It affects families, careers, and futures.
By hosting this event, Ulticon created a safe space for conversation and support. We want our employees to feel that their workplace is not only a source of livelihood but also a source of strength. Taking care of each other begins with understanding and compassion, especially when dealing with something as life-changing as cancer.
Our CSR and health programs aim to foster an environment where empathy thrives. These are the values that help us work better together and face challenges not just as coworkers, but as a family.
The reality is that cancer continues to be one of the leading causes of death worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, millions of lives could be saved each year through education, early detection, and access to proper care. While Ulticon Builders is not a health care provider, we can be a powerful ally in the fight against cancer by using our platform to raise awareness and promote prevention.
This is part of our broader vision as a responsible corporate citizen. We understand that infrastructure alone does not build a nation. People do. And the stronger and healthier our people are, the stronger our country becomes.
Ulticon Builders is proud to be a company that doesn’t just talk about wellness but takes real steps to support it. Hosting health-focused events in the workplace is one of the many ways we demonstrate this commitment.
Corporate Social Responsibility at Ulticon Builders is not confined to donation drives or outreach events. It is deeply integrated into the way we lead, work, and grow. From environmental efforts like tree planting in Paquibato, to supporting indigenous communities and disaster-stricken areas, we are consistently finding ways to give back.
Carlos Charlie Gonzalez Ulticon has always believed that businesses should be agents of positive change. His leadership has ensured that every project we undertake is backed by a sense of purpose and community impact. Our track record of successful CSR initiatives reflects that philosophy.
The Cancer Awareness Program is a clear example of how Ulticon uses its platform not only to build physical structures but to foster meaningful change in people’s lives. Every life we help protect is as valuable as any bridge or highway we construct.
As we continue to grow and expand across the country, our dedication to CSR remains as strong as ever. We will continue organizing health education programs, supporting medical initiatives, and providing platforms where employees can learn, heal, and connect.
We know that the road to a better Philippines is not built only with concrete and steel. It is paved with empathy, shared responsibility, and a genuine concern for the welfare of others.
Through initiatives like the Cancer Awareness Program, Ulticon Builders Inc. proves that even in an industry focused on physical infrastructure, there is always room to build something deeper:
trust, health, and hope.
Our people are our greatest strength. Investing in their well-being is not just good practice. It is who we are.
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