Michelle Abella-Cellona

10/10/2026

Medyo overwhelming jud usahay ang paspas nga dagan sa adlaw—whether studying ka o working, the daily routine really takes a toll on you, both physically and mentally. Valid kaayo nang imong gipang-bati.

But look at it this way
"Sa tunga sa kakapoy ug kagubot sa matag-adlaw, pangitaa ang gamay nga kalinaw. Kay usahay, ang paghunong kadiyot aron makaginhawa mao ang paagi aron mas makapadayon sa kinabuhi."

Dili sala ang mo-pause ug mo-take og breath. Step back kadiyot sa kasaba sa palibot ug hatagi og time imong self nga mo-recharge.

Slow down lang, langga. Ampo-i imong kaugalingon ug padayon sa imong kaugalingong pacing. 💛💙

09/10/2026

11 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗛𝗢𝗣𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚: 𝗧𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗚 𝗣𝗔𝗚𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗠 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡
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No one should ever have to face their darkest moments entirely alone.
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It was an absolute honor to stand alongside Tawag Paglaum—Cebu's trusted 24/7 mental health crisis intervention and su***de prevention helpline—as they celebrated their joint World Mental Health Day event at SM Seaside Cebu City, alongside DOH CVCHD and the Cebu Provincial Public Health Office.
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Marking 11 tireless years of answering cries for help and serving the public nationwide, this milestone event brought together schools, universities, organizations, and medical partners to expand our network of psychological and psychiatric care and break the lingering stigma around mental health.
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Sharing our voice and support for this advocacy reaffirms a vital truth: when we break the silence and open up safe spaces, we save lives.
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Padayon sa pagpaminaw, pag-atiman, ug paghatag og paglaum! 💙✨
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08/10/2026

Empowering our Sangguniang Kabataan officials with strong values and ethical governance is key to our city's future! 🏛️✨

I invite everyone to join or tune into the Public Hearing for my proposed ordinance institutionalizing a mandatory leadership and public service training program for all SK officials in Cebu City.

📅 October 13, 2026 (Tuesday) | 1:00 PM
📍 Doña Eva Macaraeg Macapagal Hall, 4th Floor Legislative Building, Cebu City Hall

Dili ka kaadto in person? No worries! Pwede ra gyud ninyo i-catch ang FB Live stream sa Sangguniang Panlungsod Cebu City - Secretariat. Daghang salamat sa inyong padayon nga suporta!

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING -

There will be a Public Hearing on the proposed ordinance of
Member Michelle Abella-Cellona, entitled:
“AN ORDINANCE INSTITUTIONALIZING A MANDATORY LEADERSHIP, ETHICAL GOVERNANCE, AND PUBLIC SERVICE TRAINING PROGRAM FOR ALL SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN OFFICIALS IN CEBU CITY, PROVIDING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.”

The public hearing will be on October 13, 2026 (Tuesday) at 1:00pm at the Doña Eva Macaraeg Macapagal Hall, 4th Floor Legislative Building, Cebu City Hall

08/10/2026

𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐙𝐄𝐍𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 👴👵💙

A meaningful day at Plaza Sugbo celebrating our beloved lolos and lolas with this year’s theme, “Embracing Age: Living Life with Dignity and Purpose.” Today, we honor the wisdom, love, and life experiences they continue to share with our families and community.

More than a celebration, today is also a reminder that caring for our senior citizens means caring for their overall well-being—including their mental and emotional wellness. A little time, a listening ear, and genuine companionship can mean so much.

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Cebu City Office of the Senior Citizens Affairs (OSCA) for successfully organizing this wonderful event and bringing our elders together for a day filled with joy and recognition.

Padayon ta sa pag-amuma ug paghatag og respeto sa atong mga katiguwangan. Daghang salamat sa inyong mga kinabuhi, inyong mga istorya, ug sa tanang inspirasyon nga inyong gihatag sa atong komunidad. 💙💛

07/10/2026

⚠️ 𝗔𝗜𝗥 𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬: 𝗠𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗢 𝗖𝗘𝗕𝗨
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As of 11:00 AM today, October 7, 2026, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Metro Cebu has reached 157, classified as VERY UNHEALTHY.
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With current air quality levels posing health risks—especially for individuals with respiratory conditions like asthma, heart ailments, children, and the elderly—we urge everyone to take extra precautions.
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📍 Stay Indoors: Avoid heavy traffic areas and postpone unnecessary outdoor trips as much as possible.

📍 Protect Your Health: People with pre-existing heart or respiratory diseases should stay indoors and rest.

📍 Reduce Emissions: Let's do our part by voluntarily restricting vehicle use where possible to help lower local pollutants.
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This data and public health warning are provided by EMB Central Visayas
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Mao nga mag-amping ang tanan. Let's prioritize our safety, protect our lungs, and look out for one another during this time. 💙🌿
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07/10/2026

𝗕𝗘𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗢 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗦 🌿💚
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As we observe National Mental Health Week (October 5–11, 2026), let’s pause, check in on one another, and prioritize our mental well-being.
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Every day, many fight silent battles behind their smiles. True strength isn't about carrying everything alone—it's about realizing that asking for help is an act of courage, never a weakness.
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Mao nga padayon ang atong pag-uban. Let's support one another, listen with a compassionate heart, and always be kind to our minds! 💙✨
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06/10/2026

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐨. 𝟏𝟐 | 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 | 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐠𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐨𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐞𝐛𝐮 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲

Making real progress for Cebu City means continuously looking out for the safety, health, and well-being of every family.

In today's regular session, I authored vital legislative measures aimed at improving city ordinance implementation, strengthening healthcare integration, and preparing public facilities:

• Cebu City Ordinance Implementation, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning Unit (O-MEAL) – Authored a proposed ordinance creating a dedicated unit to define powers, functions, and institutionalize a continuing mechanism to ensure the effective implementation and sustainability of all approved city ordinances.

• Cebu City Local Health System Integration – Authored a resolution authorizing the City Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with DOH-Central Visayas and PhilHealth-7 for the integration of the Cebu City local health system.

• Ten-Year Public Cemetery Development Master Plan – Authored a resolution requesting the City Government to conduct a comprehensive assessment of all public cemeteries and prepare a 10-Year Master Plan to keep public facilities ready, safe, and well-maintained.

Ang peace sa atong mga kabataan ug ang kaayohan sa panglawas sa matag Sugboanon ang atong kanunay nga giuna. Paningkamotan nato nga mas maayo ug mas ready ang atong mga pasilidad ug serbisyo alang sa tanan.

We will keep working on practical policies that protect our children, improve healthcare services, and build a safer, more caring community for every Cebuano.

Together, let’s continue building a better Cebu City!

06/10/2026

𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗚 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦: 𝗕𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗚 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬 💙💛

Every school has young leaders who have the potential to influence not only their peers, but also the kind of school community they want to build.

The Youth Mental Health Leadership and Empowerment Program continued its journey at 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹, bringing together its Supreme Secondary Learner Government (SSLG) officers for an open and meaningful conversation on mental health and leadership.

Being a student leader comes with responsibilities, expectations, and the desire to be there for others. But behind the title and responsibilities are young people who also experience stress, pressure, self-doubt, and challenges of their own.

Through interactive discussions and activities, our young leaders were encouraged to better understand themselves, recognize their emotions, manage stress, and learn how they can become a source of support for their fellow learners.

Because leadership is not always about having the answers.

Sometimes, leadership means knowing how to listen. Knowing when to ask, “Okay ra ka?” And most importantly, knowing when it is time to reach out and seek help.

Kay ang usa ka mentally healthy school community starts with people who are willing to care—not only for others, but also for themselves.

Daghang salamat sa SSLG officers, teachers, and school personnel of 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹, under the leadership of 𝗗𝗿. 𝗡𝗲𝗿𝗶 𝗧. 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗼, for warmly welcoming the program and creating a space where our young leaders could openly learn, reflect, and share.

Our heartfelt appreciation also goes to 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗿 Nestor Archival and 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗿 Tommy Osmeña for their continued support of youth-centered mental health initiatives across Cebu City schools.

Padayon, young leaders of Babag! May you continue to lead with compassion, listen with understanding, and remind one another that asking for help is never a sign of weakness. 💙💛

06/10/2026

𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗘: 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗚 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗕𝗢𝗚 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗣 𝗨𝗣 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 💙💛

What does it truly mean to be a leader?

For the young leaders of Malubog Integrated School- Deped Region 7, leadership goes beyond representing their fellow learners. It also means learning how to understand, listen, and care.

As part of the Youth Mental Health Leadership and Empowerment Program, we spent time with the Supreme Secondary Learner Government (SSLG) officers of Malubog Integrated School for a meaningful conversation about mental health, emotional well-being, and the role of young leaders in creating a culture of care within their school.

Our young leaders were given the opportunity to reflect on their own experiences, understand how stress and emotions can affect their everyday lives, and explore practical ways of taking care of their mental well-being.

We also talked about something that is equally important: how they can be there for their peers.

Sometimes, a classmate may not directly say that they are struggling. Sometimes, they simply need someone who will listen without judgment.

Mao nga importante nga ang atong mga student leaders dili lang maayo mo-lead, but also know how to listen, understand, and connect their fellow learners to the right support when needed.

Because we cannot ask young people to care for others without also reminding them that they deserve care, understanding, and support too.

Daghang salamat sa SSLG officers, teachers, and school personnel of 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗯𝗼𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹, under the leadership of Ma'am 𝗔𝗹𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗗. 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘂𝘀, for warmly welcoming the Youth Mental Health Leadership and Empowerment Program and for actively engaging in the conversation.

Our sincere appreciation also goes to 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗿 Nestor Archival and 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗿 Tommy Osmeña for their continued support for programs that prioritize the mental health and well-being of Cebu City’s youth.

Padayon, young leaders of Malubog! Let us continue building a culture where every learner feels seen, heard, valued, and supported. 💙💛

05/10/2026

𝗘𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦: 𝗧𝗢𝗢𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 🧠🌱
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True change happens when our students are given the platform not just to listen, but to lead the conversation on emotional well-being right inside their campuses.
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Yesterday, our Youth Mental Health Leadership and Empowerment Program made a meaningful stop at DepEd Toong Integrated School - Cebu City, bringing together their dedicated Supreme Secondary Learner Government (SSLG) officers for an immersive session on mental wellness.
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We know that carrying the torch of student leadership comes with heavy invisible pressures. Today's workshop focused heavily on navigating those exact stressors, fostering peer empathy, building emotional resilience, and breaking the stigma surrounding vulnerability.
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Importante kaayo nga ang atong mga tinun-an kahibalo nga dili nila kinahanglan icarry ang tanan alone. True leadership starts from within—by taking care of your own mind so you can genuinely look out for others.
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Daghang salamat sa tibuok administration ug sa mga SSLG officers sa Toong Integrated School sa inyong pagdawat ug sa inyong dakong kadasig sa pag-apil niining adbokasiya.
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We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Mayor Nestor Archival and Vice Mayor Tommy Osmeña for championing youth mental health across Cebu City schools. A special shoutout as well to Hon. Paul Labra II for dropping by Toong Integrated School to personally check on our student leaders and show support for safe, healthy school environments.
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Padayon ta sa pag-umol og mga kabatan-onan nga lig-on ang lawas, maligdong ang pangisip, ug dunay mahigugmaong kasingkasing! 💙✨
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