Role of Contemporary Youth in Nation Building

through service above self

The contemporary youth is in a unique position. He has the ability to contribute in
nation building through service above self. With the advent of more advanced
technology and scientific breakthroughs, the Filipino youth nowadays has more reasons
to be a part in nation-building through selfless servitude and above self dedication.
As our national hero had said, the youth is the future of our nation. This is the
golden rule that must guide them in fulfilling the visions of Dr. Jose Rizal. The youth
must commit themselves to nation-building with selfless attitude as well as untiring
commitment.
To do this education must be their main occupation and labour. An educated
youth and citizenry invest in a country; a solid foundation and framework that in the long
run, will help contribute to mold a better Philippines. The youth must not waste time but
indulge in educating themselves so that in the future, they will guide and teach the next
generation of youths.
Educating means not just excelling in the academics but also excelling in
humanistic side as well. They should be spiritually, morally and ethnically upright so that
the education they received in home and at school will be fortified by virtues, morals and
norms.
The contemporary Filipino youth will be ready to serve the country in a selfless
manner if these conditions will be met. Armed with knowledge and virtues they can
reach out to the less fortunate sector of the society to import to their precious
knowledge that will improve their lives.
They must learn of what the former US President John F. Kennedy had imparted
to his countrymen, Ask not what the country can do for you. Ask what you can do for
your country. This means that the youth must have the initiative in nation building and
not rely on the government to take the initiation. Think of what we can do for the country.
Think of what we can contribute.
As youths, we are expected to be patriots in order to preserve and protect the
ideals of our nation. The Filipinos are basically good. The youths must be further
nurtured to contribute and exercise the zeal and commitment to serve the country above
self.
The contemporary Filipino youths must devote their time and efforts to realize
these visions, serving selflessly and above self assures us, Filipinos, that a better
generation of citizens will help this country to be great again.