Sustainable, Empowering, and Action-Oriented: Gladys Vergara’s Leadership

Malou Laxamana Pascual — March 12, 2025

Sustainable, Empowering, and Action-Oriented: Gladys Vergara’s Leadership

Youth undeniably brings advantages, especially in today’s political landscape. Congressional candidate Gladys Vergara exemplifies this, channeling her energy and passion into empowering various sectors, particularly the marginalized. Her dedication and drive highlight the strength that comes with her youthful vigor, making her a formidable force in advocacy and leadership.


Among her key advocacies:


  • Committed to bringing sustainable solutions to communities in need
  • Pushes for sustainable solutions in communities that need them.
  • Supports installing solar lights in underserved barangays to make public spaces safer and more accessible.
  • Runs skills training and livelihood programs to help women gain financial independence.
  • Organizes medical missions for the less fortunate and senior citizens to fill healthcare gaps.
  • Believes in income-generating opportunities over political handouts, promoting self-sufficiency.
  • Tourism is a primary economic driver of Baguio City aside from education
  • An advocate of sustainable and responsible tourism
  • Her focus: empowerment, sustainability, and real progress.



Beyond her advocacy work, Vergara is also a key figure in Baguio’s tourism industry. As chair of the Baguio Tourism Council, she has made it her mission to strengthen and expand the city’s tourism potential. Her hands-on approach and unwavering leadership ensure that Baguio remains a premier destination, balancing growth with sustainability.


From policy-making to on-the-ground initiatives, she is a driving force behind the city’s continued appeal, proving that leadership is about action, not just promises. Vergara’s boundless energy, fueled by her youth, sets her apart from her opponents—many of whom can barely keep up, let alone move around with the same vigor. While they struggle to make the rounds, she’s out in the field, actively working to bring real change where it’s needed most.


Why settle for the usual when you can go for someone with the energy, passion, and vision to drive real change? Gladys Vergara isn’t just young—she’s committed, dynamic, and ready to deliver results. If leadership that truly works for the people is what you want, then she’s the clear choice.


Vergara plays a big role in Baguio’s tourism scene, as chair of the Baguio Tourism Council, she works to boost the city’s tourism while keeping it sustainable. She takes a hands-on approach, making sure Baguio stays a top destination. From policy-making to on-the-ground projects, she focuses on action, not just talk.

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