MODULE I - INTRODUCTION TO C.I.R.C.L.E. 5 WHAT IS C.I.R.C.L.E. 5 Sorry, your browser doesn't support Java(tm). The CIRCLE OF INTEGRATED RADIO COMMUNICATION LINK FOR EMERGENCY, INC. (C.I.R.C.L.E. 5) is an association duly registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission as a non-stock, non-profit, non-political and non-sectarian corporation. Founded on February 14, 1998 by alumni members of Alpha Phi Omega, C.I.R.C.L.E. 5 was established further with the following OBJECTIVES: 1. To develop camaraderie and good fellowship among amateur radio enthusiasts, thereby enhancing opportunities for service to each other; 2. To promote, encourage, and foster high ethical and technical standards of ham radio thru development of progressive skills in the service and technology of radio communications; 3. To recognize, and enhance application of speedy communication with the use of ham radio as an opportunity for service to the community not only in the cities or provinces, but also in the entire country thru voluntary non-commercial communications; and, 4. To foster advancement of international understanding, goodwill and peace thru a world fellowship of amateur radio enthusiasts who are united in the ideal of Service. Basically an amateur radio club, C.I.R.C.L.E. 5 is affiliated with the Philippine Amateur Radio Association (PARA) - the national organization of amateur radio in the Philippines; and is accredited with and licensed by the National Telecommunications Commission to operate as an amateur radio club with the call sign of DX5APO. C.I.R.C.L.E. 5 is the first amateur radio group of the Alpha Phi Omega International Philippines, Inc. and is recognized by the National Council as an institutional-based alumni association with the chapter name of DX5APO. (Please see also The History and Founders of C.I.R.C.L.E. 5.) INSTITUTIONAL POLICY "An institution of fraternal excellence is potent and viable only when it can effectively and efficiently integrate and utilize its resources towards the development of a well-rounded individual who will ultimately become a productive and competent leader of the community." GOALS "To develop among the members their full potential for self-actualization, productivity and social usefulness to effectively contribute to national development. Likewise, to inculcate and enhance positive values among the members vital to moral regeneration and social transformation." VISION "We envision to be a leading amateur radio organization, committed to the establishment of amateur radio clubs in every region nationwide and the development of membership imbued with the highest standard of amateurism that cares to the quality of life with complete compliment, guided by the cardinal principles of LEADERSHIP, FRIENDSHIP and SERVICE." Back to Top INTRODUCTION TO CIRCLE 5 Introduction To Module I What is C.I.R.C.L.E. 5 Membership In C.I.R.C.L.E. 5 Organization Membership in Alpha Phi Omega Program Thrusts Conclusion FREE HAM RADIO E-TUTORIALS A beginner? Subscribe to our FREE Basic Ham Radio E-Tutorials and receive your editions of the Course at your e-mailbox Free of Charge. Please Enter Your Name: And Your E-Mail Address: HAM RADIO ONLINE QUIZTEST Preparing for the NTC HamRadio Licensure Exams? Now available online is our New Edition of Elements I, II, III, IV, V, VI & VII QuizTest. TELL YOUR FRIENDS! Do you like this Site? Then tell your friends! CALL BOOK All Hams! Add Your Call Sign to our Call Book. Register Now! PUBLIC PHOTO CENTER Upload your photos for public viewing! Ham radio activities and personal photos accepted! BULLETIN BOARD Post your announcements, invitations, ham activities for all the world to see! Or open a topic for discussion! And of course, have Fun! GUEST MAP Pin your location on our Guest Map and leave your message! Vote For This Site! Add Our Site To Your Favorites!