Mindanao Daily News (June 17, 2023)

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New ISIS emir killed in Marawi

BY FROILAN GALLARDO

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (MindaNews)—Army soldiers raided a suspected hideout of the ISISlinked Dawlah Islamiyah group dawn Wednesday in Marawi City and killed its leader, whom the military said was the terror group’s new emir in Southeast Asia.

Col. Billy de la Rosa, 103rd Infantry Brigade deputy commander, said Faharudin Benito Hadji Satar, more popularly known as Abu Zacaria (sometimes spelled Zacharia), was killed

The military blocks a road in Marawi City as troopers raided the house of suspected Dawlah Islamiyah leader Abu Zacaria, who was killed in the operation dawn on Wednesday (14 June 2023). Photo courtesy of Marawi Bayan Patrol

Bangsamoro lawmakers keen on forming 8 towns out of 63 North Cotabato villages

mous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) four

years ago will form at least eight municipalities, officials said.

Lawyer Mary Ann Arnado, Bangsamoro Parliament Deputy Speaker, noted Tuesday that members of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority’s (BTA) Local Government Committee are keen on passing the bills for the creation of the eight municipalities out of the Bangsamoro SGA.

The eight municipalities are proposed to be created in the towns of Aleosan, Car-

Rep. Emano calls for easy release of loans to help MSME owners

By Nef Luczon

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY

– Misamis Oriental 2nd District Rep. Yevgeny Vincente Emano has urged officials of the Small Business Corporation (SBCorp) to create measures that would easily release loans to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) owners.

During SBCorp’s regional roadshow in El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental on Thursday, the lawmaker asked SBCorp to ease the difficulty of small businesses in loan approvals to expand their trade.

“Expect that we will be working so that many loan applications will be approved for your business to improve, which could further help our economy,” he said.

Representatives from the Bangsamoro Special Geographic Area at tend a consultation for the formulation of the BARMM’s development plan in October 2022. Photo courtesy of the Bangsamoro Planning and Development Authority

REGIONAL EVENT. Misamis Oriental 2nd District Rep. Yevgeny Vincente Emano (center) listens to Governor Peter Unabia (right) during the regional roadshow of Small Business Corporation (SBCorp) in El Salvador City on Thursday (June 15, 2023). Unabia said business owners should transact with SBCorp since it has lower interest rates. (Photo courtesy of Rep. Emano Facebook Page)

Support for PH food, beverage industries sought

By Wilnard Bacelonia

MANILA – A lawmaker on Thursday urged various sectors of the country to support the food and beverage industry.

In a news release, Senator Cynthia Villar said the food and beverage industry has become highly diversified, covering a wide spectrum of manufacturing practices.

She cited the small-scale, traditional, family-run operations that are highly laborintensive to large-scale, and capital-intensive enterprises employing advanced mechanized industrial processes.

She said the food system operates as a complex network interconnecting farmers with various industries, noting that “numerous food industries rely on local agriculture, produce, or fishing, while others rely

FOODS AND BEVERAGE EXPO. The 17th Manila Foods and Beverages Expo (MAFBEX) opens at the World Trade Center in Pasay City on Wednesday (June 14, 2023). It is the country’s biggest gathering of the iconic pillars and outstanding newcomers of the food trade. It will run until June 18. In photo are Mayor Imelda Calixto-Rubiano (3rd from right) Senator Cynthia Villar (2nd from left) and WSI founding chair Jospeh Ang (right), who led the ceremonial opening of the MAFBEX Expo. (PNA photo by Avito C. Dalan)

Go reiterates call to pass DDR bill amid various calamities

By Wilnard Bacelonia

MANILA – The recent calamities that occurred in the country call for the establishment of the Department of Disaster Resilience (DDR), Senator Christopher Lawrence Go said.

In an interview during his distribution of aid for poor families in Payatas, Quezon City on Thursday, Go said the proposed DDR aims to centralize efforts, streamline coordination, and ensure more swift and effective response to emergencies.

He said the proposed measure, Senate Bill No. 188, is aimed at ensuring that coordination among the various government agencies and the local government units (LGUs) will be made even before a

calamity hit.

"Pag-alis nung bagyo, restoration of normalcy at rehabilitation efforts. Huwag puro task force. Panibagong task force

tuwing bagong administrasyon at panibago na naman ang kakausapin mo (When the typhoon leaves, there will be restoration of normalcy and

rehabilitation efforts. Let us not keep on creating task forces which changes everytime a new administration comes in)," he said.

Go said his proposal, Senate Bill No. (SBN) 188, is currently under the hands of Senate Committee on National Defense and Security, Peace, Unification and Reconciliation, which is chaired by Senator Jinggoy Estrada.

He also mentioned another proposed measure, SBN 193 which would require every LGU to establish its own evacuation center.

(Screengrab from DILG Facebook live video)

Criminal raps filed vs. 50 cops in P6.7-B shabu haul

By Christopher Lloyd Caliwan

MANILA – Criminal cases have been filed against 50 police officers before the Office of the Ombudsman for their involvement in the alleged cover-up in the PHP6.7-billion drug bust in October last year, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. said on Tuesday.

The number includes 12 police commissioned officers (PCO) and 38 police non-commissioned officers (PNCO).

WAITING. Passengers are still waiting for the resumption of MRT operation sat the Shaw Blvd. station nearly an hour after a magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Calatagan in Batangas and other parts of the National Capital Region (NCR).

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Go made the call more than an hour after the 6.3 magnitude earthquake that hit Calatagan town, Batangas province earlier in the day was felt in the entire Metro Manila. (PNA)

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The 12 commissioned officers charged with criminal cases include Lt. Gen. Benjamin Santos Jr., former deputy chief for operations; Brig. Gen. Narciso Domingo, former Philippine National Police Drug Enforcement Group (PDEG) chief; Col. Julian Olonan, Lt. Col. Arnulfo Ibanez, Lt. Col. Glen Gonzales, Lt. Col. Dhefrey Punzalan, Maj. Michael Salmingo, Lt. Jonathan Sosongco, Lt. Jefrrey Padilla, Lt. Randolph Pinon, Lt. Silverio Bulleser II and Lt. Ashrap Amerol.

National Police Commission (Napolcom) vice chairman and executive officer Alberto Bernardo,

Date: MAY 18,;2023

MAJASOL-GRUMO has filed with this Office, a petition for correction of sex from “ MALE ” to “ FEMALE ”, correction of date of birth from “ NOV. 13, 1961 ” to “ OCTOBER 13, 1961 ” and correction of clerical error from “ CELEDONIO ” to “ CELEDONIA ” in the Certificate of Live Birth of CELEDONIO MAJASOL at MALALAG, DAVAO DEL SUR and whose parents are EULOGIO MAJASOL and ANASTACIA SOGABO.

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than JUNE 30, 2023

(SGD) POL P. YURO Municipal Civil Registrar

meanwhile, noted that the 38 non-commissioned officers charged include Senior Master Sgt. Jerrywin Rebosora, Master Sgt. Lorenzo Catarata, Senior Master Sgt. Roman Jimenez, Senior Master Sgt. Marian Mananghaya, Master Sgt. Bryan Rodas, Staff Sgt. Clitton de Leon, Staff Sgt. Arnold Tibay, Staff Sgt. Ronnie Alonzo, Pat. Joe Marie Cristobal, Master Sgt. Carlo Bayeta, Pat. Dennis Carolino, Pat. Rommar Bugarin, Pat. Hassan Kalaw, Pat. Hustin Peter Gular, Chief Master Sgt. Emmanuele Docena, Chief Master Sgt. Jerry Barit, Master Sgt. Alejandro Flores, Cpl. Jose Joey Igana IV, Cpl. Joan Franceslynn Taradji and Cpl. Joshua Ivan Baltazar. Also charged were Cpl. Jhon Roland Gelacio, Pat. Adrian Florie Sanchez, Pat. Nathaniel Gomez, Pat Windel de Ramos, Pat. Mario Atchuela Jr., Pat. Jayson Tomas, Pat. Rommel Fabian, Pat. Kyhke Ramilo, Pat Nemar Baylon, Pat. Maico Bien Baldeo, Pat. Mara Magaway, Pat. Ivan Jay Calcetas, Pat Abigail Tumanguil, Pat. Dhonna May Facton, Pat. Melvin Barbo, Pat. James Osalvo, Pat. Darious Camacho and Master Sgt. Rodolfo Mayo

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172), Notice is hereby served to the public that MARIVIC BUGAOK GAPA has filed with this Office, a petition for c orrection of clerical error of child’s date of birth (day only) from 31 to 03 in the Certificate of Live Birth of LADY HEART GAPA CADAY at TABAYON, JOSE ABAD SANTOS, DAVAO DEL SUR under registry no.2008-419 whose parents ELESIO SR. PADAMONG CADAY and MARIVIC BUGAOK GAPA Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his/her written opposition with this Office not later than JUNE 28, 2023.

(SGD) HAZEL D. PREGLO Municipal Civil Registrar

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Albay aims for zero casualty, braces for higher Mayon alert level

By Connie Calipay

LEGAZPI CITY – Albay

Governor Edcel Grex Lagman said the province is prepared for a higher alert level for Mayon Volcano, in case the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) decides to impose it.

During the “Laging Handa” briefing here on Thursday, he said the main objective of the province is zero casualty.

“Yes, the province is ready to act accordingly sa mga projections of Phivolcs. Ang maganda po dito (the good thing about this) is an extrusive eruption, meaning to say, we are on Alert Level 3 right now, but it does not mean that we will automatically be on Alert Level 4.

May mga (there are) certain parameters that need to be breached or reached para po tayo ay umabot ng (for us to reach) Alert Level 4 and iyon po iyong mag-iencourage sa amin, if ever mangyari iyon kapag let us say talagang iyong lava flow, hindi na siya maging trickle, talagang lava flow na; iyong tinatawag na PDC, iyong usok na tinatawag na pyroclastic density current po, kapag ito po ay grumabe, isa rin po iyan na indicator para itaas iyong alert level 3 to 4 (that’s what will encourage us, if that ever happens when let us say it’s really a lava flow, it won’t be a trickle anymore, it’s really a lava flow; what is called PDC, that smoke called pyroclastic density current, when it is grumabe,

that is also an indicator to raise your Alert Level 3 to 4),” Lagman said.

He also said the basic needs of the people particularly water, sanitation and hygiene in the evacuation centers will be given priority to ensure their health, especially the children and women.

Lagman said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and some members of his Cabinet have committed to helping the province and they are thankful for all the help they will receive.

“Sa ngayon po ay we have 5,016 families na evacuated na. This accounts for [unclear] individuals, mga Albayano po natin na naevacuate. And yes, I was able to go around yesterday together with the President in a major evacuation center in Guinobatan (town) and doon talagang may mga holes that have to be plugged in so to speak, dahil may mga pagkukulang pa rin – iyong ventilation

HUMANITARIAN AID. Albay Governor Edcel Grex Lagman receives some 50 tons of assorted food items donated by the government of the United Arab Emirates in a turnover ceremony at the Albay Provincial Capitol on Tuesday (June 13, 2023). Lagman assured that the food items would be distributed to the evacuees affected by the ongoing Mayon unrest. (Photo by Connie Calipay)

Albay gets 50 tons of food items from UAE for Mayon evacuees

LEGAZPI CITY – The provincial government of Albay received on Tuesday some 50 tons of assorted food items donated by the government of the United Arab Emirates for Mayonaffected families.

In a turnover ceremony at the Albay Provincial

Capitol, Governor Edcel Grex Lagman thanked the UAE government and the Royal Family for their help in this time of crisis in the province of Albay.

"Thank you to the Royal Family of UAE, President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Interior Minister Saif

bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Ambassador to the Philippines Mohamed Obaid Salem Alqataam Alzaabi and the people of UAE for this donation. This is the 50 tons of assorted food items that will be used by the province of Albay for

DTI offers skills training, discount caravan for Mayon evacuees

LEGAZPI CITY – The Department of Trade and Industry in Bicol (DTI-5) is planning to conduct a skills training program for those displaced by the restiveness

of Mayon Volcano.

In an interview on Thursday, DTI-5 officer in charge (OIC) Regional Director Dindo Nabol said they are currently assess -

ing the right kind of skills needed in the evacuation sites.

"We started conducting the assessment to identify the existing skills and eco -

nomic activities of the affected barangays. With this, we will provide the possible skills training needed in evacuation centers. We will

Albay Governor Edcel Grex Lagman (Screengrab from Laging Handa briefing)

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Having a lazy day gives your brain a break and your body a chance to recover. It also reduces stress which could help you be more productive in your non-lazy days. It is also an easy way to prevent burnout and being susceptible to chronic diseases.

"If you don't pick a day to relax, your body will pick it for you.

Indeed, you don't get anything for nothing in life. This is our life's main motto. This is our biography's epigraph - whether we like it or not. Many times, I stressed this already in different write-ups in distinct publications.

I am on my veranda as I write this, and although the month of June has just begun, only a few people seem to be in a good mood.

Yes, also today the sky is cloudy and looks like rain. But a wonderful breeze is around me, and more and more flowers in my big garden are blooming.

Hurray, doing nothing is really something. No, I am not talking about those people, who just hang out day-by-day and week-byweek by doing nothing and -maybe- just fed by someone. No, I mean doing nothing is really something great after a period of really hard work. By the way, it doesn't matter, if it regards us or our children.

Talking about our children: School vacations are there, and yes, children also deserve several lazy days.

If I talk about my nephews and nieces here, I am surprised to learn: summer

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They approached him and posed the question about whose wife a woman who married seven brothers, one after another, would be among the brothers at what they regarded as the so-called resurrection.

And so, Christ told them that at the resurrection, everyone would have gone beyond our earthly condition to enter into our spiritualized and supernatural condition. Yes, we will still retain our body. But that body will be fully subjected

to its spiritual and supernatural condition where marriage, whose main purpose is procreation, would already be irrelevant. As Christ said, in the resurrection, we would be like angels, but angels with a body. We will not be pure spirits.

And then he proceeded to explain about the resurrection by citing some passages in the Book of Moses about God being the God of Abraham, God of Isaac and God of Jacob that should show that God is not the God of the dead, but rather of the living.

If we have to analyze this question about our resurrection more closely, we will realize that since man is by nature body and soul, and our soul is not

just a vegetative or animal soul that depends fully on the body, but a spiritual soul, created, generated, and meant to be always in union with the eternal Spirit of God, then we can conclude that our spiritual soul will always need our body in its definitive, eternal state in heaven.

Besides, we can also say that since Christ, who is the pattern of our humanity, the savior of our damaged humanity, the living vine to whom we as its branches

Region 8 tourism champs join Central Philippines Tourism Expo

By Roel Amazona

TACLOBAN CITY – Tourism stakeholders in the Eastern Visayas region will join the Central Philippines Tourism Expo (CPTEX), which will be held at the Iloilo Convention Center on June 16 to 18.

The expo is a collaboration among the regions of Calabarzon, Mimaropa, Bicol, Central Visayas, Eastern Visayas, and host Western Visayas, showcasing their respective destinations and other tourism products.

The three-day expo consists of six events, which include the parade of festivals, tourism expo, businessto-business (B2B) meeting, product presentation and cultural performances,

regional launching of the DOT’s flagship program “Bisita Be My Guest” program, and will also highlight the tourism agency’s 50th anniversary celebration.

“The Eastern Visayas team aims to expand our network through the CPTEX. We have with us local government units and tour operators who will present our tourism products to the Central Philippines market through the participating tour operators from others regions,” DOT Eastern Visayas Regional Director Karina Rosa Tiopes said on Thursday.

From Eastern Visayas, at least eight local government units are participating in the expo, including six travel and tour agencies,

Antique to strengthen partnership with youth organizations

By Annabel Consuelo Petinglay

SAN JOSE DE BUENAVISTA, Antique – The Antique Provincial Youth Development Office (PYDO) will further strengthen its partnership with various youth organizations in the province to come up with more developmental activities.

The office is one of the 25 Most Outstanding Local Youth Development Offices (LYDO) in the Philippines recognized during the 4th Philippine Sangguniang Kabataan Awards at the

Iloilo Convention Center in Iloilo City on June 12, said Antique PYDO head Irish Manlapaz.

“We were able to receive the award because of good governance,” Manlapaz said in an interview on Thursday. She said the PYDO has established a database and conducted joint activities with 38 active youth organizations in the province.

They also reached out to students applying for educational assistance from the provincial government.

“Instead of the students coming to the capitol to apply for the educational

assistance, the PYDO personnel were the ones who reached out to them,” she said.

For the first semester this year, she said 18,239 of the 19,409 students who applied have already received aid totaling PHP91.78 million.

“There are only 1,170 students yet to receive their assistance hopefully by the end of June,” Manlapaz said.

College students are provided with PHP5,000 assistance while graduate students are allotted

GOOD GOVERNANCE. Irish Manlapaz, who heads the Antique Pro vincial Youth Development Office (fourth from left), receives the Most Outstanding Local Youth Development Offices (LYDO) in the Philippines award during the 4th Philippine Sangguniang Kabataan Awards at the Iloilo Convention Center in Iloilo City on June 12, 2023. Manlapaz said in an interview Thursday (June 15, 2023) that the Antique PYDO received the award because of good governance. (PNA photo courtesy of PYDO Antique)

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covering six booths.

The travel and tour agencies include Lorraine Travel and Tours, SMR Travel and Tours, Viaje Holidays Travel Services, Marsdenisse Travel and Tours, HIS Travel and Tours, and IM Travel Corporation.

Participating local governments include Southern Leyte popular for its twin islands of San Pedro and San Pablo in Hinunangan town, the historical town of Limasawa Island, and the world-class diving sites along Sogod Bay; Samar province known for Sohoton Cave, the Olot Torpedo Extreme Adventure River Cruise, the Marabut Rock Formations, and various waterfalls like the Lulugayan

INFO-TECH SUPPORT. At least 12 girls who are currently staying at the Home for the Girls in Butuan City, together with nine staff members, completed the three-day digital literacy training on June 14, 2023. The training was undertaken under the Technology for Education, Employment, Entrepreneurs, and Economic Development Project of the Department of Information and Communications Technology. (Photo courtesy of DSWD-13)

Gov’t hones digital skills of Home for Girls residents, staff

By Alexander Lopez

BUTUAN CITY – Residents and personnel of the Home for the Girls (HFG) here have completed a three-day digital literacy training aimed at improving their approach to interactive technology.

In a statement Thursday, the Department of Social Welfare and Development in the Caraga Region (DSWD13) said 12 girls who are beneficiaries and residents of the HFG and nine of its staff members completed the June 12-14 training, facilitated by the Department of Informa-

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Date: June 6, 2023

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1, Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172), Notice is hereby serve to the public that HOZAIFA GUINDULAN MANTAWEL has filed with this Office, a petition for correction of the Child’s sex from “ FEMALE ” to “ MALE ” in the Certificate of Live Birth of HOZAIFA GUINDULAN MANTAWEL born on NOVEMBER 28, 1999 at POLOMOLOK, SOUTH COTABATO and whose parents are ALI ANDONG MANTAWEL and MARGIE SABDULA GUINDULAN

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with the Office not later than JUNE 16, 2023

(SGD) JANE F. BARRIENTOS Municipal Civil Registrar

tion and Communications Technology in collaboration with DSWD-13.

“The training was conducted under the Technology for Education, Employment, Entrepreneurs, and Economic Development (Tech4ED) project of the DICT,” the DSWD-13 said.

The Tech4ED project aims to bridge the digital divide by improving access to information and communications technology and digital opportunities for underserved areas in the country, especially the poor, and vulnerable sectors.

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“The training is seen to create more self-reliant communities through access to connectivity, communication, information, and vital government services, thus giving equal opportunities to all,” the DSWD-13 said.

The agency lauded DICT-13 for the shared and continued efforts in assisting the HFG here.

HFG, established in 1997, serves as a temporary shelter for girls in need of special protection, especially the abused, abandoned, and those in conflict with the

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In compliance with Section 5 of R.A. Act No. 9048, a notice is hereby served to the public that LIGAYA CHAN SANTOS-SANCHEZ has filed with this office a petition for change of name from MARIA LIGAYA to LIGAYA in the birth certificate of MARIA LIGAYA CHAN SANTOS who was born on DECEMBER 12, 1967 at BALINGOAN, MISAMIS ORIENTAL and whose

TOURIST HAVEN. The view approaching Kalanggaman Island in Palompon, Leyte. The destination is one of the sites that will be showcased at the Central Philippines Tourism Expo at the Iloilo Convention Center on June 16 to 18. (PNA photo by Roel Amazona)

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Globe, SMAC come together to address involuntary hunger through the Hapag Movement

Executives of Globe and SM Group recently came together to synergize and sustain the momentum of the Hapag Movement, the Globe-led program that aims to address involuntary hunger among Filipinos.

Teresita Sy-Coson, Chairperson of SM Retail, Inc; Kevin Hartigan-Go, Chief Operating Officer of Digital Advantage Corporation (DAC); and Jay Beltran, Head of Sales and Marketing; recently met with Jaime Alfonso Zobel De Ayala, Globe Non-Executive Director; Yoly Crisanto, Globe Group Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer; Monday Gonzalez, Globe Senior Director for Content Management and Creative Services; and Chef Jessie Sincioco, a staunch supporter of the Movement,

Movement, the Globe-led program that aims to address involuntary hunger among Filipinos affected by the pandemic and economic challenges

at the SM offices at the Mall of Asia Complex to discuss the program’s gains and how to move forward.

SMAC, SM’s Customer Loyalty Program, supported the Hapag Movement through a month-long program over the Christmas season, which would not have been possible without the support of its customers.

Through the program, proceeds from SMAC card purchases were donated to the Hapag Movement and SM Foundation programs.

Additionally, part of SMAC members’ extra points earned through purchasing select items from SM's partner establishments– SM Store, SM Beauty, SM Appliance, Kultura, Surplus, Our Home, Baby Company, Crate and Barrel, Levi's, The Body

Shop, Forever21, Ecco, and Miniso– were donated to the Hapag Movement from December 15, 2022 until January 15, 2023, making holiday shopping even more meaningful and impactful. Through the support of SMAC members, P5.5 million were collected for the Hapag Movement. The donation will be used for supplementary feeding and livelihood initiatives by the Hapag Movement’s implementing partners– the Ayala Foundation, Inc., Caritas Philippines, Tzu Chi Foundation, and World Vision.

Caritas PH’s PaMEALyA Program brings relief to struggling scholars

Caritas Philippines, a partner of Globe’s Hapag Movement, supports 430 families in Ilagan, Isabela

Gilbert Bulan, an eleventh grader from Ilagan, Isabela, used to go to school without a proper meal, at times eating only patis or fish sauce with rice for breakfast. On some days, there was nothing to eat at all.

The youngest of three siblings, Bulan, an 11th grader from the San Antonio National Agro-Industrial and Vocational High School (SANAIVHS) in Ilagan, Isabela, comes from a family who’s unfortunately had

limited opportunities in life. His mother, widowed 10 years ago, works as a farm laborer to provide for the family's needs. Given their financial situation, Gilbert works part-time as a sound operator at events to support

the family and his studies.

With the help of Caritas Philippines’ Alay Kapwa Program on Alay para sa Kalusugan (PaMEALYA Program), Gilbert and other families with similar situations are able to enjoy nourishing meals before class so they can focus while learning.

PaMEALyA was launched by the Diocesan Social Action Center (DSAC) – Ilagan Inc., in partnership with the Hapag Movement, a program led by Globe and implemented by partners such as the Catholic humanitarian, development and advocacy organization Caritas Philippines. It aims to address the issue of food insecurity among 430 DSAC-Ilagan scholars from low-income families.

Through thorough evaluation and needs assessment, DSAC-Ilagan found that many of their scholars

SMAC expresses gratitude to its members, who extended help to beneficiary communities by choosing to shop for a cause and use SMAC for their holiday shopping. face food insecurity due to poverty. Hunger is a major obstacle to students’ ability

Gilbert Bulan, an eleventh grader from Ilagan, Isabela, is among beneficiaries of Caritas Philippines’ Alay Kapwa Program on Alay para sa Kalusugan (PaMEALYA Program), which supports scholars facing food insecurity

(L-R) Kevin Hartigan-Go, Chief Operating Officer, Digital Advantage Corporation (DAC); Chef Jessie Sincioco; Jaime Alfonso Zobel De Ayala, Non-Executive Director at Globe; Teresita Sy-Coson, Chairperson of SM Retail, Inc.; Jay Beltran, Head of Sales and Marketing, DAC; Yoly Crisanto, Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer, Globe Group; and Monday Gonzalez, Senior Director for Content Management and Creative Services, Globe Group come together for the Hapag

Beneficiary families of Caritas Philippines’ PaMEALYA program

Caritas Philippines, a partner of Globe’s Hapag Movement, supports 430 families in Ilagan, Isabela

By Edwin Fernandez

SHARIFF AGUAK, Maguindanao del Sur – The Police Regional Office of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (PRO-BARMM) has formed a Special Investigation Task Group (SITG) to hasten the probe into Wednesday’s ambush here that killed two policemen and injured four others.

Brig. Gen. Allan Nobleza Nobleza, PRO-BARMM director, on Friday, condemned the attack and expressed his condolences to the families of the slain police officers. “My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family of the two slain policemen in the ambush-slay Wednesday night,” Nobleza said. “This

tragedy is very saddening, and a clear attack against our policemen who performed duties to protect the citizenry.”

He said he has placed the entire police force in the region under heightened alert.

“Our men on the ground are working double to bring justice to our slain and wounded cops, and to secure the peace and order in the area,” he said.

As Nobleza announced the activation of the SITG, he reminded all police officers in the region to look after each other’s safety.

Patrolmen Saipoden Macacuna and Bryan Dalao Polayagan, both of the 1st Platoon of the 2nd Provincial Mobile Force Company, were slain in the

8:30 p.m. ambush while heading for the provincial police office headquarters in Datu Hofer, Maguindanao Sur.

Wounded in the same ambush were Police Chief Master Sgt. Rey Vincent Gertos, Staff Sgt. Benjie delos Reyes, and Patrolmen Abdulgafor Alib and Arjie Val Loie Pabinguit.

The local government here, meanwhile, has offered a PHP150,000 reward for anyone who could provide information that could identify the perpetrators. (PNA)

Davao car explosion motivated by personal grudge

BY ANTONIO L. COLINA IV

DAVAO CITY (Mind -

aNews)—Authorities are looking at the possibility that the explosion of a vehicle owned by Davao City-based lawyer Alberto Magulta on Thursday might have been motivated by “personal grudge” because of the cases that he is handling, an official of the

Davao City Police Office (DCPO) said.

Major Catherine dela Rey, DCPO spokesperson, told MindaNews that Magulta has been receiving threats prior to the blast.

Magulta’s white CRVHonda incurred some damage after the blast at 10:14 a.m. or almost an hour after he parked his vehicle outside

14, 2023).

a special investigation task group Friday (June 16, 2023) to hasten the probe into the incident. (Photo courtesy of PRO-BARMM)

Bukidnon solon pushes for bamboo as cash crop

By Nef Luczon CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY

– The bamboo industry in Northern Mindanao region is a rich untapped source of raw materials for the construction industry, Bukidnon 1st District Rep. Jose Manuel Alba has said.

In an interview Tuesday, Alba said he and other bamboo industry leaders in Mindanao are engaged in

ongoing information dissemination to make bamboo a source of livelihood for building materials.

He earlier filed House of Representatives Bill 7105, or the proposed Philippine Bamboo Industry Act.

“Shifting to bamboo as building material instead of wood will also help the environment in the long run, as it will lessen the cutting of more trees,” he

said.

Bukidnon alone has about 2 million “bamboo stands,” which are ready for harvest to become raw materials, he said.

A supporter of Alba’s bill is Robert Palomares, the proprietor of Homebiz Crafts based in Iligan City, who has been using bamboo materials for making furniture and plywood for clients since 2014.

He said he has been sourcing bamboo materials from Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon.

“Bamboo can become a good source of additional income for farmers and even residents who have a backyard space for growing bamboo,” Palomares said. Because bamboo is a grass species, it can sprout new trunks after cutting the

2 cops die, 4 hurt in Maguindanao Sur ambush

By Edwin Fernandez

SHARIFF AGUAK, Maguindanao Sur – Two police officers were killed and four others were wounded in an ambush by suspected extremists in Barangay Poblacion here Wednesday night.

Brig. Gen. Allan Nobleza, regional police director for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, said the police officers belonging to the Provincial Police Mobile Company were heading to headquarters in neighboring Datu Hofer town when waylaid while passing through this town at 8 p.m.

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“We are pursuing them,” Nobleza said, without the identities and affiliations of the attackers.

He withheld the victims’ identities until their immediate relatives are officially informed.

The victims were rushed to the Maguindanao del Sur provincial hospital located about a kilometer from the ambush site after the incident.

Two of them later expired while undergoing treatment.

No one has claimed responsibility but the outlawed Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) operate in the hinterland areas of this town. (PNA)

Republic of the Philippines OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR

Province of South Cotabato Municipality of Polomolok

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

AMBUSHED COPS. A police officer undergoes treatment at the Maguindanao del Sur provincial hospital after an ambush in Barangay Poblacion, Shariff Aguak town on Wednesday night (June 14, 2023). Two police officers were killed and four others were wounded in the incident. (Photo courtesy of PRO-BARMM)

CFNCCE-

Date: June 6, 2023

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1 Guidelines in the implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1, Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172), Notice is hereby serve to the public that DARIL ALEGARBES VILLARTA has filed with this Office, a petition for correction of the Child’s sex from “ FEMALE ” to “ MALE ” in the Certificate of Live Birth of DARIL ALEGARBES VILLARTA born on OCTOBER 26, 1975 at POLOMOLOK, SOUTH COTABATO and whose parents are ABONDIO VILLARTA and MILAGROS ALEGARBES

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with the Office not later than JUNE 16, 2023

(SGD)

Municipal Civil Registrar MDN:

2023

AMBUSH SITE. Brig. Gen. Allan Nobleza (center), BARMM police director, visits the site in Barangay Poblacion, Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur where two police officers were killed and four others were injured in an ambush by suspected Moro extremists on Wednesday night (June

Nobleza created

Bukidnon 1st District Rep. Jose Manuel Alba. (File photo courtesy of House of Representatives)

Top 5 regional winners

Anna Paula Chiong of Mama Nene's Homemade Delights, Nenita Tan of Bestfriend Goodies, Melody Paurillo of KaHero Apps Inc., Nadine Angelica Gadia-Casiño of Alima Mother Support Center, and Irene Mae Sinhayan of ISY Handicrafts.

They received P50,000 each and will represent Northern Mindanao at the national level of the Women-Helping-Women Innovating Social Enterprises (WHWise) National Innovation Challenge.

"The national winner will get a project that can help their enterprise worth P2 million," Ratilla further said.

WHWISE is DOSTPCIEERD’s first initiative to support women-led social enterprises to serve more communities. It aims to bring together a strong group of women incubator managers and partners to provide services and access to technologies, skills development, mentorship, and business incubation.

Meanwhile, the DOST director encourages women to be inspired by the WHWise emphasizing that women can achieve more and empower the community. She further stressed that there are government agencies ready to help the women's sector. (APB/PIA10)

Republic of the Philippines

Local Civil Registry Office

Province: Agusan del Norte

City/Municipality: Butuan City

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

In compliance with the Section 5 of R.A. 8, a notice is hereby served to the public that ART RYAN LOMONSOD ESCAÑO has filed with this office a Petition for change of First name from “ ADONES ” to “ ART RYAN ” and the child’s sex from “ FEMALE ” to “ MALE ”; in the Certificate of Live Birth of ADONES LOMONHOD ESCAÑO who was born on JULY 14, 1986 at P-4 BRGY. 12 ZAMORA ST., ,Butuan City,Agusan del Norte, Philippines and whose parents are ARTURO GARCESO ESCAÑO AND LILIBETH DEGRACIA LOMONHOD.

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than 29 JUNE 2023.

(SGD) AMALIA T. QUE City Civil Registrar

Pitch Competition

Republic of the Philippines

Local Civil Registry Office

Province: Agusan del Norte City/Municipality: Butuan City

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

In compliance with the Section 5 of R.A. 8, a notice is hereby served to the public that ELVIRA B. ADLAON has filed with this office a Petition for change of First name from “ ELVIRA BAN ” to “ ELVIRA ”; in the Certificate of Live Birth of ELVIRA BAN VASQUEZ BANCUEL who was born on NOV 5, 1969 at TABONTABON,Butuan City,Agusan del Norte, Philippines and whose parents are PRIMITIVO RAÑOSES BANQUEL AND NATIVIDAD CABODBOD VASQUEZ. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than 29 JUNE 2023.

MDN: Jun 17 & 24, 2023

(SGD) AMALIA T. QUE City Civil Registrar

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY

(PIA) -- Ten women entrepreneurs in Northern Mindanao pitched their innovative enterprises during a regional pitch competition organized by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)10.

Dubbed "Babaye para sa Babaye: Search for Innovative Women Entrepreneurs in Northern Mindanao," the program aims to identify and recognize the entrepreneurial talent of women by providing them a platform to make significant contributions to the local economy.

The search is conducted in partnership with the Philippine Council for Indus -

try, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD), Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) North Mindanao Field Office, University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP), Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) IDEYA, and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-10. DOST-10 Regional Director Engr. Romela Ratilla said 36 enterprises submitted applications and they have chosen the ten best enterprises for the pitch competition. Five will then be selected as regional winners.

The Top 5 winners are

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Republic of the Philippines

Local Civil Registry Office Province: Agusan del Sur

City/Municipality: Prosperidad

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

In compliance with the publication requirement and Pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013- 1, Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on the R.A 10172), Notice is hereby served to the public that JEALYN CUEVA BELANDRES has filed with this office a Petition for Correction of Clerical Error of the child’s date of birth from “ SEPTEMBER 4, 1980 ” to “ SEPTEMBER 27,1980 .” in the Certificate of Live Birth of JELYN C. BELANDRES who was born at PROSPERIDAD,AGUSAN DEL SUR AND WHOSE PARENTS ARE GLECERIO BELANDRES AND VIRGINIA CUEVA.

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office,Office of the Municipal Civil Registrar, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur not later than 24 JUNE 2023.

(SGD) ELDIE C. VIDAL,MPA MUNICIPAL CIVIL REGISTRAR

MDN: Jun 17 & 24, 2023

M. MACUMBAL has filed with this Office a Petition for Change of First Name from MAURO to ARASSAD in the Certificate of Live Birth of MAURO MACARAMPAT MACUMBAL who was born on NOVEMBER 1, 1971 at I ligan City, Lanao del Norte and whose parents are APORAO B. MACARAMPAT and MACORRO L. MACUMBAL

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this office not later than JUNE 2023.

(SGD) ATTY. YUSSIF DON JUSTIN F. MARTIL City Civil Registrar MDN: Jun 10 & 17, 2023

MDN: Jun 17 & 24, 2023

PRA Form No. 10.1 (LCRO)

Republic of the Philippines CITY CIVIL REGISTRY OFFICE 1F South Wing Administrative Bldg. City Hall, Capistrano-Hayes Sts Cagayan de Oro City

Email Address:civilregistrycagayandeoro@yahoo.com & ccrcdo@gmail.com

Cell. No. 0906-8288219/0906-828-8187

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

In compliance with Section 5 of R.A No. 9048, a NOTICE is hereby served to the public that OCTAVIOS MANANZALA GUZMAN has filed with this office a Petition for Change of First Name from “ RAFAEL ” to “ OCTAVIOS ” in the Certificate of Live Birth of RAFAEL MANANSALA GUZMAN who was born on OCTOBER 24, 1968 at MARIA REYNA HOSPITAL, CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY MIS OR and whose parents are MARCIAL R. GUZMAN and VICTORIA M. MANANSALA

Any person adversely affected by said petition may file a written opposition with this Office not later than JUNE 17, 2023.

Jun 10 & 17, 2023

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Custom-made haute and casual wear available at Tresha Fashion Center by Tresha Asis

By MARK FRANCISCO

THERE are designers who specialize only in haute couture. But then there are also those who can transform something elegant to an everyday wear. This is what designer Tresha Asis’s creations are all about.

It’s no wonder that this Fashion Institute of the Philippines graduate has already garnered a lot of clients here and abroad ever since she debuted in the industry here in Cagayan de Oro City since 2015. And more so now that Tresha Purdy has her own concept boutique at uptown Cagayan de Oro. Visit Tresha Fashion Center and you will be amazed at the designs (both for men and women) that can be easily be worn during formal events and beyond such as after-parties etc.

Tresha Fashion Center is located at the third level of Golden Uptown

Arcade Building, Masterson Avenue in uptown CDO. They are open Mondays to Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Available at Tresha Fashion Center are gowns and suits for special occasions such as debuts, proms, grad-

City Mayor exhorts support on CDO's 73rd Charter Day

BY CRIS DIAZ

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY:

Cagayan de Oro City Mayor

Rolando Uy on Thursday exhorted more than 4,000 city government workers and stakeholders to support his incumbency to attain sustainable progress and development.

The City Executive issued the statement in a speech highlighting his first state of the city address (SOCA) as Cagayan de Oro City marked its 73rd Charter Day Anniversary here Thursday.

Uy delivered the SOCA

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to coincide with the inaugural opening of the city’s 10,500 square-meter convention center in the hinterland village of Taguanao here.

In his first SOCA, Uy reported the city’s gradual recovery from the losses incurred during the COVID 19 virus pandemic, which started in 2019.

“During the COVID 19 pandemic, we witnessed Cagayan de Oro City’s tenacity as the center of commerce and city's resiliency as the COVID 19 referral center in Northern Mindanao,” Uy said.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

In compliance with the publication requirement and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No. 2013-1, Guidelines in the Implementation of Administrative Order No. 1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A. 10172). Notice is hereby served to the public that MARISSA GULLE JUPITER has filed with this Office, a petition for CHANGE OF FIRST NAME from “MENCEL” to “MARICEL” and Correction of entry in CHILD’S DATE OF BIRTH from “MAY 15, 1986” to “MAY 12, 1986”, in the Certificate of Live Birth of her sister MARICEL ACIBO GULLE, born on MAY 12, 1986 at Gingoog City, Misamis Orienta under Registry No. 94-2369 and whose parents are Eduarda Acibo and Anatalio Gulle. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his/her written opposition with this office not later than JUNE 28, 2023.

(SGD) JUANITA JANEROL URETA City Civil Registrar

Elected as City Mayor in 2021, Uy immediately introduced the program of his administration known as the “RISE Development Framework.”

RISE stands for regional leadership, institutional development, safety and human development, which focus on the delivery of basic services, human development, and sustainable economic progress.

He said that the RISE Development Framework aims to alleviate the family’s per capita income and the introduction of technology for human

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development.

Uy reported that as of March 2023, the city’s business registration increased 44 per cent and the revenue collection reaching P 3.3 billion sitting the course of achieving the P 7 billion annual budget in 2023.

In his closing statement, Uy urged the city government employees, the business community and stakeholders to stay with him as partners in the attainment of sustainable economic and social development for the benefit of the Cagayanons and its neighbors.

Republic of the Philippines

Local Civil Registry Office Province of Camiguin Municipality of Catarman

In compliance with the publication on requirements and pursuant to OCRG Memorandum Circular No.2013-1 Guidelines in the Implementation of the Administrative Order No.1 Series of 2012 (IRR on R.A.10172), Notice is hereby served to the public that LYDIA B.ALIM has filed with this Office, a petition for Correction of entry in Sex from “ MALE ” to “ FEMALE ” and Change of First Name from “ ARCADIA ” to “ LYDIA ” in the Certificate of Live Birth of ARCADIA BACUMO , she was born on October 28, 1955 at Panghiawan, Catarman, Camiguin and whose parents are ELIAS BACUMO and BRAULIA REYNALDA. Any person adversely affected by said petition may file his written opposition with this Office not later than June 22, 2023.

(SGD) LUDIVINA T.LIBAGO Signature over printed name of the C/MCR

uation balls, weddings and other formal affairs. Also available are ready to wear outfits.

Ms. Tresha Asis is not just an apparel designer, she’s also a makeup artist on the side so for a commensurate number of gowns

bought or rented, makeup is already packaged for free. For more details, please call Tresha Fashion Center at 088-3289833 or 09274383605. They are on Facebook as well. You can also reach them via treverasis@gmail.com.

The Beauty in Mentoring a Preschooler

By: Menielou D. Salutan

Teacher I, Tagoloan Central School

Mentoring a preschooler is an experience that holds immense beauty. The unique bond formed between a mentor and a young child is one filled with wonder, growth, and endless possibilities. In the early stages of a child's life, mentoring becomes a transformative journey that highlights the beauty of shaping a young mind and nurturing their potential.

The beauty in mentoring a preschooler lies in the opportunity to witness the blossoming of curiosity and imagination. As mentors engage with young children, they encourage their innate sense of wonder, fostering an environment where questions are embraced, and creativity is celebrated. By nurturing their curiosity, mentors inspire a lifelong love for learning, empowering preschoolers to explore the world around them with enthusiasm and an open mind.

Mentoring a preschooler also entails cultivating essential life skills and character development. It is a time when values like empathy, kindness, and respect are instilled. Mentors have the privilege of guiding young children in understanding the importance of these virtues, helping them develop social skills and emotional intelligence. By modeling positive behavior and providing guidance, mentors shape the character of preschoolers and contribute to their growth as compassionate and responsible individuals.

Moreover, mentoring a preschooler allows for the formation of a deep and meaningful connection. The trust and bond established between mentor and child lay the foundation for a nurturing and supportive relationship. Mentors become advocates for their preschoolers, offering guidance, encouragement, and a safe space to express themselves. Through this connection, mentors have the power to inspire confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of belonging in young children.

The potential to mold young brains, inspire curiosity, and develop important life skills is the joy of mentoring a preschooler, in conclusion. A mentor has the honor of seeing a child's growth and development, encouraging a love of learning, establishing values, and building a deep connection. A mentor has an incalculable positive influence on a preschooler's life and can pave the way for a future full of limitless opportunities. Being a preschooler's mentor is a unique experience that highlights the value of educating and empowering the most impressionable members of our society.

Truth...

from page 4 should always be attached, resurrected from the dead, we too can expect ourselves to resurrect from the dead.

That is why the resurrection of the dead at the end of time has always been professed as part of our Christian faith since time immemorial. Such resurrection has already been shown in the exceptional

EXTRASJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH WAIVER OF RIGHTS

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

This EXTRAJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH WAIVER OF RIGHTS , made and executed in the City of Malaybalay, Province of Bukidnon, Philippines, by and between:

MARLYN ALCOSER FLOR , of legal age, married, Filipino citizen and with residence at P-17, Poblacion, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines;

EMMA T. ALCOSER , of legal age, married, Filipino citizen and with residence at P-17A, Hagkol, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines;

EDGAR T. ALCOSER , of legal age, married, Filipino citizen and with residence at P-4, Poblacion, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines;

RAMEL T. ALCOSER , of legal age, married, Filipino citizen and with residence at Bagontaas, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines;

WITNESSETH: THAT

WHEREAS, SPS. EMILIANO ALCOSER and GORGONIA T. ALCOSER , both Filipino Citizens at the time of their death, died intestate leaving the real property situated in Poblacion, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines particularly described to wit:

TRANSFER CERTIFICATE OF TITLE NO. T-57601

“ A PARCEL OF LAND described as Lot 18-A-3-A, PSD-10-027608 situated at Poblacion, Municipality of Valencia, Province of Bukidnon and Island of Mindanao. With an area of FORTY-TWO (42) square meters more or less.”

WHEREAS , the parties hereto, who are all of legal age, are the sole and only heirs of the decedent they being the surviving spouse and the legitimate children, respectively, of the deceased;

WHEREAS , there are no known debts or obligations due against the estate of the said decedent;

And WHEREAS , it is to the best interest of the parties hereto to settle and partition extra-judicially and adjudicate among themselves the above-described real property in the form and manner herein set forth;

NOW, THEREFORE , for and in consideration of the premises, and invoking the provisions od Section 1, Rule 74 of the Rules of Court of the Philippines, the parties hereto do, by these presents agree to settle and partition extra-judicially the abovedescribed property and adjudicate the same among themselves the abovedescribed property in the following manner:

That MARLYN ALCOSER FLOR, EMMA T. ALCOSER, EDGAR T. ALCOSER, RAMEL T. ALCOSER, for and in consideration of love and affection, and as an act of liberty and generosity, hereby voluntary WAIVE all their rights and freely GIVE, TRANSFER, and CONVEY all their share over the subject properties in favor to, KARREN T. ALCOSER of legal age, single, Filipino citizen and with residence at P-17A, Hagkol, Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines.

Subject however, to the liabilities imposed by Section 4, Rule 74 of the Rules of Court, in favor of any other possible heirs, creditors and other persons who might be deprived of their lawful participation in the estate of the decedent, for a period of two years.

That we hereby affirm that we have executed the foregoing instrument out of our own voluntary free will without force, intimidation or violence upon our person and have no claim or demand against each other.

Is the subject of EXTRASJUDICIAL SETTLEMENT WITH WAIVER OF RIGHTS, under the Notarial Registry of ATTY. WINCERBOGNE L. PESISANO,

per Doc No. 5; Page No.

No. LXXIII;

case of Mary, the Mother of Christ and our mother, who was assumed into heaven, body and soul, and who, from time to time, would make apparitions in bodily form. Any doubt about our resurrection should be laid to rest by this fact.

We just have to understand also that our resurrection is caused by the supernatural power of God who shares it with us precisely because we have been created in his image and likeness, sharers of his life and of his nature. We cannot expect to have our resurrection mainly by our own human powers alone. These human powers of ours should be fueled, so to speak, by God’s grace.

And so, we have to understand then that we can have our proper resurrection when we choose to die with Christ. It’s only with Christ that our death can lead to our resurrection.

St. Paul encapsulated this most wonderful truth of our faith when he said, “For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his.” (Rom 6,5)

And so, we have every reason to think that we can live forever in Christ over whom death no longer has dominion. In spite of whatever, we have every reason to be happy and confident, as long as we are faithful to Christ.

land...

from page 4

heavy siltation and massive intrusion of commercial fishing boasts raking fish in the municipal waters.

Yes, it is in Mindanao where you see big-time loggers and miners uprooting trees, resulting to the massive destruction of the ecosystems to the detriment of the ecological people. including the “lumads” who have sustainably dwell in the forest for hundreds of years as logging companies have denuded the 17 million hectares of our dipterocarp forests, in mockery of existing forestry laws.

Where in the world can you find farmers who till the land not their own and using seeds beyond their capacity to sustain? Because of this, everyone is profiting from

NOTICE

NOTICE is hereby given that the intestate estate of the late ARMANDO GRAVIDES who died intestate on 29 September 2009 at Ilang-Ilang Street, Poblacion, Polomolok, South Cotabatoe, left a claims in a real property, A parcel of land known as Lot No. 3151-B, CSD-11-006926-D, portion of Lot No. 3151, Pls-209-D-19, located at Poblacion, Polomolok, South Cotabato, Island of Mindanao, containing an area of THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY-SEVEN (377) Square Meters, more or less and covered by Original Certificate of Title No. P-33178, including one (1) unit residential house and all improvements found thereon” is the subject of Extra-Judicial Settlement of the Estate of the Late Armando Gravides with Waiver of Rights, under the notarial registry of Atty. Xavier J. Bayan, per Doc. No. 102, Page No. 21, Book No. XIII, Series of 2023.

farming especially the seed growers, chemical companies, landlords, compradors, but never those who do the backbreaking job of landtilling – the poor farmers!

So rich, yet so poor, Such is the paradox that is Mindanao where bounty and poverty meet, where hope and despair loom and where light and darkness fight.

How can these contradictions be resolved?

History tells us that wrongs and social injustices can only be rectified by the people themselves, that is, when they take responsibilities for their communities and take the future into their own hands. Only the people themselves can resolve these, but first, they should be empowered. No less than the World Bank came up with analysis recently disclosing that poverty is rooted in the powerlessness of the people. That to combat poverty, measures must be taken to empower them. The poor must build their own coalition, collectively mobilize their own energies and to have access and control over resources which are fast slipping through their fingers.

It is in this light that indeed cooperativism has come of age in Mindanao, aptly described as the land of the brave and the free!

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in Calbiga town and Tarangban Falls in Calbayog City; and Burauen town in Leyte province that promotes the Tanguile Trail Tour Package within the Mahagnao Volcano Natural Park. Also joining them are the towns in the fourth district of Leyte that belong to a tourism alliance -Palompon which is popular for Kalanggaman Island, Matag-ob known for Bondari Peak, Isabel town that is promoting educational tourism, Merida town, popular for its beaches and resorts, and Albuera, known for mountain resort.

The Buraburon Festival of Burauen town in Leyte, one of the most awarded festivals in Eastern Visayas, will perform during the festival parade during the tourism expo. (PNA)

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PHP6,000 each per semester for their books, board and lodging, and other school fees.

Manlapaz added that they also assisted in the conduct of a medical mission to the indigenous people’s Iraynon Bukidnon community in Barangay Tigunhao in the municipality of Lauaan that was organized by the One Western Visayas Youth Network last month.

Free health consultations and dental care services aside from the Covid-19 vaccination were provided to recipients.

New People’s Army-infested areas,” Manlapaz said.

In October this year, they plan to hold the 1st Provincial Summit that will gather partner youth organizations for a one-day activity. (PNA

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law.

Through the DSWD-13 and other stakeholders, the HFG provides rehabilitation services for the beneficiaries and prepares them for reintegration into their communities. (PNA)

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Globe’s Hapag Movement aims to help 100,000 families experiencing involuntary hunger by leveraging technology and rallying partners to support supplemental feeding and livelihood opportunities.

An estimated 2.7 million Filipino families experienced involuntary hunger in the first quarter of 2023, according to the latest Social Weather Stations survey. Those who would like to support the Hapag Movement may donate via GCash and credit cards or send their unused Globe Rewards points to the cause via the GlobeOne app

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to comprehend and retain lessons. PaMEALyA hopes to address this by providing supplemental feeding to scholars and their families to improve their overall well-being and support their education.

The PaMEALyA program’s roll-out in Ilagan last December was attended by about 1,000 community members, including the scholars and their parents, parish social action team members, volunteers, clergy, recipients of the Hapag-Asa Feeding Program, seminarians, and Self-Help Group Members of the DSAC.

Tenth Grader Daren Dave Aquilana, another beneficiary of the program, shared how it is helping him realize his goal of completing his studies.

"As a scholar, I wish to finish my education. Seeing the reality of our life, my parents are challenged to provide for all my needs. It is with a grateful heart to know that the feeding program will become part of the program I am engaged in,” said Aquilana, whose father works in construction and whose mom is kept at home by poor health.

Caritas Philippines, as an implementing partner of the Hapag Movement, focuses on programs that render services to local communities, allowing people to effectively participate in fighting hunger through livelihood initiatives and social enterprise.

program shows how collaboration and technology can help address pressing social issues such as hunger and food insecurity. We look forward to continuing to work together with Caritas Philippines and the DSAC-Ilagan Inc. to address involuntary hunger in the country," said Globe Group Chief Sustainability and Corporate Communications Officer Yoly Crisanto.

"We are honored to serve our communities through the PaMEALyA program. We are grateful for the appreciation and support of our beneficiaries, and we will continue to work towards providing for their basic needs and improving their lives," said Caritas Philippines Alay Kapwa Program National Coordinator Sweet Cruz-Racho.

Help change the lives of underprivileged Filipinos by supporting the Hapag Movement. Visit https:// www.globe.com.ph/aboutus/sustainability/globe-ofgood.html#gref to know more.

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old ones for production.

Palomares said the variety currently used in production is the giant bamboo species.

In this city, the bamboo processing firm, Rizome Bamboo, has been providing bamboo supplies to clients across the country since 2021.

Russel Smith, the firm’s president and chief executive officer, said they are planning to plant an additional 1.5 million “bamboo stands” throughout Mindanao, which they will also buy back from farmers and growers to meet the production demands. (PNA)

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his law firm located at the commercial area of One Oasis Condominium along Ecowest Drive in Ecoland here.

After the explosion, she said the EOD K-9 unit of the police immediately responded at the place of incident and secured the area. She said there were no reported casualties. Dela Rey said police have yet to determine the total cost of damage. (Antonio L. Colina IV / MindaNews)

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People Officer of Home Credit Philippines.

Through its people, culture and development team, Home Credit Philippines organized the opening of the Pride Club in 2022.

“The establishment of our Home Credit Pride

team signals a more collaborative approach in creating equitable and inclusive policies and practices for our organization. This also allows our employees to be more empowered in advocating for causes that matter to them.” Alpha added. Meet the Home Credit PH Pride Club Team With 200 and counting members across the Philippines, the Home Credit Pride Club is positioned to lead the company’s Pride at Home Credit Philippines activities. Last June 14, the club launched a manifesto video #AtHomeKaDito, which featured the officers of the club sharing how Home Credit is an equal opportunity employer and encouraging job seekers to join the company.

“We wanted to represent the LGBTQ+ employees of Home Credit and share how the company supports and empowers us. Our pride video is a glimpse of how diverse our employees are in terms of SOGIE and how we are celebrated for our contributions regardless of our gender orientation and identity. As a proud trans woman, I have always felt at home in my 5 years of being a Home Credit employee,” said Janna De Castro, Collections Project Specialist and President of the HCPH Pride Club.

As an equal opportunity employer, Home Credit Philippines has offered equitable benefits for its LGBTQ+ employees to include Wellness Leaves, gender-neutral restrooms, and HMO for domestic partners among others.

“Our goal as a club is to become a reliable partner for our company when it comes to strengthening our DEI policies and programs. Eventually, we hope to become an institutionalized employee resource group who can co-create initiatives and programs that will benefit and add value, not just the members of our club our employees, but likewise for the communities we serve,” said Russel Patina, Public Relations Manager and Vice-President of the HC Pride Club.

Through its brand and business, Home Credit Philippines has empowered almost 10 million Filipinos since it opened its doors in 2013. Now approaching a new decade, the company is expected to continue to grow and empower more Filipinos with access to more credit opportunities. Alongside this growth, it continues to champion the backbone of its success-- its people; building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can be their best and feel at home.

of 2022.

MDN: Jun 10, 17 & 24, 2023

“We were also able to conduct leadership training and workshops in the

"At Globe, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of our communities. This

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in his hideout in Barangay Bangon, Marawi City at 1:30 a.m. The suspect apparently carries other names: Faharudin Pumbaya Pangalian and Jer Mimbantas among them.

The military said Zacaria was named the ISIS emir of Southeast Asia following the death of Owayda Benito Marahombsar or Abu Dar, then the region’s ISIS emir, who was killed by Army soldiers in Lanao del Sur in March 2019.

Dela Rosa said troops recovered a small cache of improvised explosive devices (IED) from one of the rooms of the apartment building the group rented in Barangay Bangon. He said Zacaria fought back by throwing a 60mm mortar improvised explosive device and two grenades at the raiding party led by Army Task Force Marawi.

An Army soldier identified as Private First Class Chrismar Tungpalal was reportedly wounded in the exchange of gunfire.

Dela Rosa said two M16 rifles were found in Zacaria’s hideout.

Lt. Gen. Roy Galido, chief of the Western Mindanao Command, said that during a followup operation at 6:07 a.m., another key leader of the Dawlah Islamiyah—Joharie Sandab a.k.a. Morsid—was killed when he resisted arrest.

Galido said Morsid was in charge of the group’s finance and logistics.

Morsid fired upon the combined AFP and PNP troopers serving a warrant of arrest using his M16 rifle and threw a hand grenade but did not explode, said the WestMinCom chief. Government troopers fired back, killing Morsid.

Drieza Liningding, a leader of the Marawi Consensus group, said they woke up Wednesday morning to the sight of Army soldiers backed by armored personnel tanks searching for militants in Barangay Bangon.

“The entire village of Bangon is on lockdown. There are soldiers everywhere,” Liningding said in a phone interview Wednesday morning.

Marawi Mayor Majul Gandamra said the lockdown was lifted by Wednesday noon after the army soldiers were satisfied that no companions of Zacaria was able to escape.

He asked Marawi residents to remain calm, adding that the Army and the police are on top of the situation.

Dela Rosa said they monitored the movements of Zacaria leaving the main group of militants two weeks ago after the clash in Marogong that resulted to the death of four militants.

He said from Marogong, they monitored Zacaria moving to Marawi City to rent a two-room apartment in Barangay Bangon where the military decided to arrest him.

“Our efforts were aided by former ISIS militants who

helped us identity Zacaria,” Dela Rosa said.

Thousands of residents fled from Marogong town two weeks ago after Zacaria aired a threat over radio that the militants would seize the town. (Froilan Gallardo, with reports from Ferdinandh Cabrera and Richel Umel / MindaNews)

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Emano joined other officials in the roadshow, during which SBCorp offered loans to MSME owners ranging from PHP300,000 to PHP3 million without collaterals.

SBCorp is a government financial institution created in January 1991 under Republic Act 6977, or the Magna Carta for Small Enterprises, with the primary responsibility of implementing comprehensive policies and programs to assist MSMEs in all areas, “including but not limited to finance and information services; training and marketing.”

Meanwhile, Gov. Peter Unabia said business owners should transact with SBCorp since it has lower interest rates.

He also urged mayors in the province to strengthen the Negosyo Centers, a facility established by the Department of Trade and Industry to help emerging businesses.

“I advise mayors to appoint, not just designate, personnel whose sole job is to focus on helping business startups, and those who wish to expand their businesses,” the governor said. (PNA)

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men, Kabacan, Midsayap, Pikit and Pigcawayan, all located in North Cotabato, a province near Maguindanao del Norte.

In December 2022, the Government of the Day filed eight bills seeking to establish the municipalities of Pahamudin, Kadayangan, Kabalukan, Northern Kabacan, Kapalawan, Malmar, Tugunan and Ligawasan.

The Government of the Day refers to the majority party in the Bangsamoro Parliament, which is dominated by the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), the former rebel group that forged the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB) with the Philippine Government in 2014 after 17 years of peace negotiations.

The CAB provides for the creation of a Bangsamoro region, which was realized following the plebiscites in January and February 2019 that ratified Republic Act 11054 or the Organic Law for the BARMM.

Arnado said the lack of municipalities for residents in the SGA has hindered their access to essential programs and services rendered by the Bangsamoro government and the municipal governments.

“If the bills are passed into law, the residents would have

a functional, accountable and competent local government unit to cater to their dayto-day needs,” she said in a report from the Bangsamoro Parliament’s Public Information, Publication and Media Relations Division.

Member of Parliament Aida Silongan expressed hope the bills for the creation of the eight municipalities will be approved by the plenary before the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections on October 30.

In this way, the plebiscite establishing the eight towns can be held simultaneously with the Barangay ang Sangguniang Kabataan polls, she added.

Silongan said that public consultations for the proposed measure have been conducted in some parts of North Cotabato.

Once the bills are enacted, the newly created municipalities will have their own local government units with elected officials who will be responsible for addressing the specific needs and concerns of their respective communities. (Bong S. Sarmiento / MindaNews)

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on imports to meet their production needs.”

“This network covers not only the farmers themselves but also extends to include manufacturers of farm equipment and chemicals, as well as firms that provide services to agribusinesses, such as logistics and financial services,” she said.

The food system, Villar said, incorporates the food marketing industries like food and fiber processors, wholesalers, retailers, and foodservice establishments that are responsible for bridging the gap between farms and consumers.

“Since the reopening of the economy in 2022, the food and beverage industry has been gradually recovering. In fact, the Department of Trade and Industry reported that business registrations hit a 10-year-high in 2022, with restaurants and mobile food services activities coming in as the second-highest number of new business registrations last year,” she explained.

Villar said the Covid-19 pandemic has reminded Filipinos about the significance of supporting the agricultural sector since local farmers play a vital role in ensuring food security during times of crisis.

Since the industry is among the pillars of the economy, she said a lot of sectors are coming out to support business owners engaged in food service.

(PNA)

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Abalos said the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Napolcom filed the cases for violation of Republic Act 3019 or the

Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act; RA 9165 or the Dangerous Drugs Act as amended; Revised Penal Code, in particular, Article 171 on Falsification, Article 183 on Perjury, Article 184 on False Testimony and Article 217 for Malversation of Public Property; and Presidential Decree No. 1829 or Obstruction of Justice were filed against the police officers before the Office of the Ombudsman on June 9.

“Aside from the criminal charges filed against these police officers, the Napolcom is conducting administrative proceedings. The Napolcom has completed its pre-charge investigation against the 48 PNP officers and members that appeared in the video and expects to issue its resolution after about 15 days,” Abalos said in a press briefing at DILG main office in Quezon City.

He explained that the filing of cases stemmed from the investigation by Napolcom and the PNP’s Special Investigation Task Group (SITG) on the 990-kg shabu haul worth PHP6.7 billion in Manila last year.

He explained that a “pre-charge investigation” is similar to a preliminary investigation under a fiscal.

“If the counter-affidavits of the respondents are found insufficient, the Napolcom shall proceed to file formal charges against them. The possible formal charges include grave misconduct, gross neglect of duty, serious irregularity in the performance of duty, conduct unbecoming of a police officer, and dishonesty, among others. The penalties include dismissal from service, forfeiture of benefits and disqualification from public office,’’ Abalos stressed.

The DILG chief clarified that these criminal cases were filed before the Office of the Ombudsman and the administrative case proceedings are now ongoing.

For his part, Bernardo stressed that the first step in their probe was based on the CCTV footage where the police officers claimed that two unnamed cohorts were involved in the alleged illegal drug deal.

With this claim, Bernardo said that PNP and the Napolcom decided to include the two others in the criminal case based on “conspiracy theory.”

Bernardo, however, did not divulge their names in observance of due process.

Last April, Abalos made public closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage showing police officers allegedly attempting to pilfer 42 kilograms of the 990 kilograms of shabu seized.

Abalos said they are optimistic about the developments on the case, which aims to weed out the erring cops from the PNP and help clean the organization’s image.

Abalos also reported that on top of the criminal cases

filed before the Ombudsman, administrative cases will also be filed against the erring police officials.

Among the administrative cases that would be filed are grave misconduct and grave neglect of duty -- both of which are punishable with dismissal from the police service and forfeiture of their benefits.

Mayo, who was tagged in the 990 kilos of shabu seized in Manila last year, was already deployed to Mindanao as punishment for alleged involvement in illegal drugs in 2016 but later returned as PDEG intelligence officer for Metro Manila. (PNA)

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doon is not that good; iyong kuryente po doon has [been] addressed; iyong basic issue po ng water, sanitation and hygiene, kailangan din po itong ma-address (Right now we have 5,266 families that have been evacuated. This accounts for 19,079 individuals that have been evacuated. And yes, I was able to go around yesterday together with the President in a major evacuation center in Guinobatan and there really are holes that have to be plugged in so to speak, because there are still shortcomings – the ventilation there is not that good; the electricity there has [been] addressed; the basic issue of water, sanitation and hygiene, it also needs to be addressed,” the governor said.

He also said officials of the Albay provincial health office go around the centers to know and have actual data on the health condition of evacuees. (PNA)

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the Mayon-affected families. Meron po tayong 50,000 kilograms of food items (We have 50,000 kilograms of food items) that came from the government of UAE and the Royal Family," Lagman said.

The governor said the humanitarian aid is a manifestation of a solid and good relationship between the two countries.

"This is done because of the good relationship between Interior and Local Government Secretary Benjamin “Benhur” Abalos of course with President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and the Royal Family of the UAE," he said.

Lagman assured that the 50 tons of assorted food items would be distributed to the evacuees from areas affected by the ongoing unrest of Mayon Volcano.

"These goods will be accounted for, with the provincial social welfare and development (PSWDO) as the lead agency. Thank you DSWD for giving us the trust and confidence, that these goods will be given to the right people who need them," he said.

DSWD-Bicol regional director Norman Laurio, in

a separate interview, said the five trucks carrying the 50 tons of assorted food items will all arrive late Tuesday.

Based on the manifesto, a box contains cooking oil, basmati rice, elbow pasta, flour, sugar, tuna, salt, tomato paste, milk powder, tea powder, dates and dry foul.

Laurio also said DSWDBicol is prepared to distribute additional family food packs and non-food items if needed.

Meanwhile, at least 122 applicants were hired on the spot during the Kalayaan Job Fair that coincided with the celebration of Independence Day on Monday at the SM City Mall of Legazpi.

Diosdado “ Dads” Raneses, Legazpi City Public Employment Services Office (PESO) chief, also said in an interview on Tuesday that 432 were near-hired while 285 job applicants have been referred to other participating agencies.

At least 14,161 job vacancies had been offered by some 80 international and local companies, including government agencies that participated in the job fair. (PNA)

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consolidate all the reports and make proposals," Nabol said.

Aside from the skills training, DTI-5 is also planning for a "Diskwento Caravan" to allow evacuees to access essential goods and prime commodities at reduced prices by bringing manufacturers and retailers closer to them.

"We will schedule the Diskwento Caravan, we are ready for that," he said.

Nabol said that based on their monitoring, all business owners and traders in Albay are compliant with the price freeze being implemented in the province. (PNA)

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from page 4 or reading. There are still books in my library, which need to be 'discovered'.

I still remember several lazy summer days, sitting in the blazing sun (shouldn't be done anymore of course!), eating a Popsicle, getting all sticky, and running away from the bees. Of course, while still in Germany, those old lazy summer days turned into lazy winter days too. Lazy days shaped and characterized my whole (especially professional) life until now.

Relaxation, meditation and reinvigoration are needed. Life, affected by the "burnout syndrome" needs to reanimate with energy. So let's rest for a while to acquire new energy. HAPPY VACATION DAYS!

PAG Ruth Ignacio is Rotary District 3870 chairperson for Grants Management

CAGAYAN DE ORO

CITY – Rotary Dis-

trict 3870 Governorelect Gilda “Gigi” Go has appointed Past Assistant Governor Ruth Ignacio as chairperson for Rotary Grants Management for Rotary Year 2023-2024.

“Meet PAG RUTH IGNACIO of the Rotary Club of Malaybalay. She will be District 3870’s DISTRICT CHAIR for GRANTS MANAGEMENT for Rotary year 2023-2024,” DGE Go said.

As a member of District 3870’s Rotary Foundation Committee, she will help clubs manage funding for their programs and grant projects. She will help qualify clubs and the district to participate in grants, help approve and allocate funding, and make sure that grant funds and resources are used properly.

Global grants support

large international activities with sustainable, measurable outcomes in Rotary’s Areas of Focus. By working together to respond to real community needs, clubs and districts strengthen

their global partnerships.

Global grants can fund:

– Humanitarian projects

– Scholarships for graduate-level academic studies

– Vocational training teams, which are groups

District Governor Elect “Gigi”

Go

Manila, Philippines | June 13, 2023 – Home Credit Philippines, an awardwinning diversity, equity, and inclusion organization and equal opportunity employer formally announces the establishment of its Pride Club, a collective of LGBTQ+ identifying Home Credit employees who are tasked to be the company’s workplace inclusion champions.

June is an important month for the LGBTQ+ community in the Philippines, as it signals a month-long festivity and celebration of the Pride Month. Every year, different advocacy groups, civil society organizations, and organization mount Pride celebrations which usually culminate with a pride march.

of professionals who travel abroad either to teach local professionals about their field or to learn more about it themselves

“Thank you very much PAG Ruth! Your responsi -

bility as DISTRICT CHAIR for GRANTS MANAGEMENT is very important so please accept my sincere appreciation for accepting the appointment,” DGE Go added.

Home Credit PH renews DEI and workplace inclusion anew with launch of its Pride Club

Companies join these celebrations either by releasing solidarity statements, public participation or mounting their own pride events. Home Credit Philippines, the country’s leading consumer finance company, has been among the staunch supporters of this cause. In 2022, the company participated in the Pride PH: Alab for Love celebration in Quezon City, Philippines, sending almost 200 of its employees to the join the Pride March. It also supported the Iloilo Pride Team, organizers of the Iloilo Pride March, during the Pride Pyesta event in Iloilo City in November 2023.

Beyond the company’s public pride participation, Home Credit Philippines, has also been recognized for

its diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. Among its recognitions are Asia CEO Awards- Circle of Excellence Diversity Company of the

Year, United Nations Women Empowerment Principles (UN WEPs) Awards 2022 for Transparency and Reporting, and 2023 Golden Stevie for Diversity and Inclusion.

DEI is also a focus of the company’s Environmental, Social, and Governance programs. Highlighting it diverse workforce made up of 14,000 plus employees, 52% of which are female. Its board also consist of 5 women executives.

Home Credit has been proactively collaborating with advocacy partners to strengthen its DEI policies

and programs. In 2022, the company joined the Philippine Coalition for Women Empowerment (PBCWE) and the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce (PLCC) to further cement its commitment to workplace inclusion.

Last year, the company went through the Gender Equality Assessment Results and Strategies (GEARS), in partnership with PBCWE to understand gaps, opportunities and strengths of its strategies in relation to workplace gender equality. #PrideAtHomeCreditPhilippines

This 2023, Home Credit Philippines renews this commitment with the establishment of the company’s Pride Club, an Employee Resource Group that will lead and champion DEI and workplace inclusion initiatives in the organization.

“At Home Credit Philippines, DEI and workplace inclusion is important for us. We have always championed these causes as integral for how we take care of our people and build safe spaces where our employees can be themselves and thrive,” said Alpha Omega Aquino, Chief

PAG Ruth is the Director of Marywoods Academy, a pioneer leadership school in the Philippines. She is a Consultant, Facilitator, and Coach at FranklinCovey Philippines.