About Us

WBS Institute

for Asian Educators Development is a dynamic organization that serves as the only integrated association of professional Filipino educators.  It functions as a unifying body that advocates for the rights, welfare, and professional advancement of its members, which include teachers, administrators, education workers, and retired educators.  The organization also actively maintains relationships with partner institutions and affiliate organizations across Asia, facilitating international collaboration and the exchange of best practices in education.

Our History

The WBS Institute for Asian Educators Development is a voluntary, non-profit organization founded on October 31, 1970, by a group of visionary retired educators.  Motivated by their shared desire to address the growing needs of Filipino teachers, they established a platform where both retired and active educators could come together to voice their concerns, promote professional development, and support one another.  The organization was born from a forum of Filipino teachers who recognized the importance of unity, collaboration, and advocacy in elevating the teaching profession in the Philippines.

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They built WBS as a living legacy:

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To care for retired educators

offering medical and welfare assistance, home visits, and emotional support for those often forgotten after their service ends.
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To empower active teachers

through free and low-cost seminars, values-based professional development, and national conventions focused on pedagogy, resilience, and servant leadership.
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To serve the most vulnerable children

those from indigenous groups, disaster-affected zones, abused and neglected youth, and children with disabilities, by giving them school kits, educational assistance, and hope.
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To respond to crisis and poverty with dignity

through grassroots relief operations, psychosocial interventions, and scholarships for students with potential but no means.
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To uplift the teaching profession as a sacred calling

by promoting integrity, commitment, spirituality, and excellence in all areas of learning and life.

Testimonials

Voices from the WBS Community

“The WBS Institute: A Personal Story of Empowerment”

Let’s talk about the WBS Institute for Asian Educators Development – it’s not just an organization; it’s a family, a passionate community bound by a shared dream: to empower Filipino educators and students.  For over 50 years, this incredible group of people has been quietly making waves, transforming lives and shaping the future of the Philippines, one student, one teacher, one community at a time.

I remember visiting a small, rural school a few years ago.  The classrooms were basic, the resources scarce, and the teachers, though dedicated, clearly overworked and under-resourced.  The children, bright and eager to learn, lacked even the most basic school supplies.  It was disheartening, to say the least.

Then I learned about the WBS.  I saw firsthand their impact – not just in the tangible things like the school supplies they distributed, but in the spirit of the teachers and the children.  The teachers, empowered by the WBS’s training programs, were brimming with new ideas and renewed energy.  They spoke of workshops that had boosted their confidence, teaching methods that had transformed their classrooms, and the support network that had given them the strength to persevere.

– Roseanne Cipriano, Volunteer Teacher, Palawan

“A Lifeline for Teachers”

“Being part of WBS transformed my teaching journey.  Their trainings helped me innovate my classroom methods and reignited my passion for education.  WBS is more than an organization – it’s a support system for every Filipino teacher.”

– Ma. Cristina Ramos, Public School Teacher, Iloilo

“They Never Forget Us”

“After retirement, I thought I had no place left in the education world.  But WBS gave me medical support, friendship, and a sense of belonging.  Their concern for retired educators like me is genuine and unwavering.”

– Rosario dela Cruz, Retired Teacher, Quezon City

“A Real Partner in Quality Education”

“Through our partnership with WBS, our teachers gained access to professional development that was previously out of reach.  Their grassroots work and national influence make them a vital ally in uplifting Philippine education.”

– Lorenzo Gomez, School Principal, Mindanao

“They Gave Me Hope”

“WBS gave me school supplies when my family couldn’t.  I used to be too shy to come to class, but now I come prepared and confident.  Someday, I want to be a teacher too – just like those who helped me.”

– Rafael Bautista, Grade 6 Student, Quezon City

“Committed and Compassionate”

“WBS stands out for their integrity, compassion, and action.  Our collaboration was seamless, and their impact is clearly felt in the communities they serve.  A trusted partner in educational change.”

– Carla Mendoza, Program Officer, NGO Partner

“Truly Empowering”

“Attending the WBS convention opened my eyes to what’s possible in our profession.  I gained new tools, renewed hope, and a deep sense of purpose.  WBS reminds us that we matter.”

– Janice Uy, English Teacher, Leyte

“A Lifeline for Teachers”

“Being part of WBS transformed my teaching journey.  Their trainings helped me innovate my classroom methods and reignited my passion for education.  WBS is more than an organization – it’s a support system for every Filipino teacher.”

– Ma. Cristina Ramos, Public School Teacher, Iloilo

“They Never Forget Us”

“After retirement, I thought I had no place left in the education world.  But WBS gave me medical support, friendship, and a sense of belonging.  Their concern for retired educators like me is genuine and unwavering.”

– Rosario dela Cruz, Retired Teacher, Quezon City

“A Real Partner in Quality Education”

“Through our partnership with WBS, our teachers gained access to professional development that was previously out of reach.  Their grassroots work and national influence make them a vital ally in uplifting Philippine education.”

– Lorenzo Gomez, School Principal, Mindanao

“They Gave Me Hope”

“WBS gave me school supplies when my family couldn’t.  I used to be too shy to come to class, but now I come prepared and confident.  Someday, I want to be a teacher too – just like those who helped me.”

– Rafael Bautista, Grade 6 Student, Quezon City

“Committed and Compassionate”

“WBS stands out for their integrity, compassion, and action.  Our collaboration was seamless, and their impact is clearly felt in the communities they serve.  A trusted partner in educational change.”

– Carla Mendoza, Program Officer, NGO Partner

“Truly Empowering”

“Attending the WBS convention opened my eyes to what’s possible in our profession.  I gained new tools, renewed hope, and a deep sense of purpose.  WBS reminds us that we matter.”

– Janice Uy, English Teacher, Leyte

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Office Address

Suite 5, 23rd Floor The Gardenheights (across St. Luke’s) 269 E. Rodriguez Sr. Blvd., Damayang Lagi, Quezon City, Philippines – 1112
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Post Office

P.O. Box 1559 QC Central Post Office
NIA Road, Diliman,
Quezon City, Philippines – 11000
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Phone Numbers

(632) 8661-0546 / 09178221631