The University of San Carlos, through the USC College of Law, turned over 10 computer sets to the Cebu City jail facilities on March 31, 2025. 

The Deeds of Donation were signed by Fr. Francisco Antonio T. Estepa, SVD, President of USC, and Atty. Joan S. Largo, Vice President for Administration of USC, covering the turnover of the computer sets to the Cebu City Jail Male Dormitory (CCJ-MD), Cebu City Jail Annex (CCJ-Annex), and Cebu City Jail Female Dormitory (CCJ-FD). 

The donation is part of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP)-Cebu City Chapter and USC College of Law’s “Humanity Behind Bars” project, which promotes technological competency and supports the rehabilitation and reintegration of Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) into society.

According to the IBP Cebu City Chapter, the computer sets will empower PDLs who qualified for Alternative Learning System (ALS) classes, information technology programs, and upskilling opportunities. 

Present during the turnover were Atty. Mary Grace H. Casano, executive director for Legal Aid, IBP Cebu City Chapter, Atty. Jose Glenn C. Capanas, dean of the School of Law and Governance, JSupt. Gregorio C. Acacio, CCJ-MD warden, SJO4 Stephen Saornido, CCJ-Annex, JINSP Pee-Jay B. Quilang, CCJ-FD assistant warden, USC law student practitioners, jail personnel, and selected persons deprived of liberty (PDLs).

With reporting from the USC College of Law