Sustainable Development
Flagship Programs
'galing Mason Program
Our 'galing Mason Program has three components, aimed at mason education and recognition and appropriate use of concrete products.
■ Holcim 'galing Mason Training
A regular masons skills training and certification program that provides basic and advanced masonry skills training for prospective and uncertified masons.
■ Holcim 'galing Mason Olympics
Regular masons skills olympics are held for various levels allowing highly-skilled masons to participate in regional skills olympics up to the world competition.
■ Holcim 'galing Mason Award
Annual special recognition for outstanding masons based on skills they have acquired and shared in their everyday living as a mason.
'galing Mason Training
A 7-day training cum production program that enhances the skills of masons where assessment and certification is sponsored by Holcim.
Criteria Required:
Trainees
- Male/female
- At least 18 years of age
- Must be in high school level
- Must have at least 2-3 years work experience as a mason helper
Project/Project Site:
- Must be a funded project by the NGO or local government unit (LGU) that has socio-economic impact such as school building construction/improvement, marginalized housing.
- Building specifications should enable trainees to perform the required competencies in the masonry trade
- Must have an area/room to conduct the lecture
- Must have a secured place/room to store training materials and tools.
Project Partner's Role:
- Shall provide all other construction materials other than cement
- Must provide structural layout of the project
- Scout/screen participating trainees
- Provide lodging/accommodation of trainers/assessors when required
