Tag: Community Empowerment
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DSWD’s ‘Walang Gutom’ Initiative Feeds Over 26,000 Families in Bicol
In a significant stride towards eradicating hunger, the Department of Social Welfare and Development in Bicol (DSWD-5) has successfully distributed food to more than 26,000 families across three provinces in the region as part of the ‘Walang Gutom’ program. This initiative, now three months into its execution, has been pivotal in addressing food insecurity in…
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Albay Power Company Educates Local Communities on Energy Regulatory Fund Utilization
In a significant move to enhance community engagement, AboitizPower Renewables Inc. (APRI) organized an educational session in Tiwi, Albay, on February 10, 2025. The event was designed to equip local barangay officials, representatives from local government units, and national agencies with the knowledge needed to effectively utilize energy regulatory (ER) funds. The session, attended by…
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BPI Foundation and Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao Partner to Boost Financial Literacy in Davao
In a move to enhance financial education, the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) through its BPI Foundation (BPIF) has joined forces with Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao (MMCM) to roll out a comprehensive financial literacy program in Davao City. This initiative, named ‘FinEd Unboxed,’ is designed to empower students and local communities with essential financial…
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Empowering Local Leaders to Enhance Disaster Response and Community Resilience
In a significant move to bolster disaster preparedness, over 1,800 village officials and volunteers from Regions 1, 2, and the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) have been certified as trainers in disaster risk reduction and management. The certification ceremony, held at the Ilocos Norte Centennial Arena, marked the culmination of a rigorous five-day training program aimed…
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