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DILG-7 completes 4-day E-CLIP SUCCESSION

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)-7 completed the training workshop on Significant Understanding and Coaching Calibrated on ECLIP Systems, Strategies, and Implementation Orientation (SUCCESSION) 2023 on Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) on March 21 to 24, at Subic Bay Peninsular Hotel, Subic Bay Freeport, Olongapo City, Zambales.

This is part of the efforts to capacitate ECLIP implementers.

The officials and personnel who represented the DILG-7 were Provincial Director Farah Gentuya, PDMU Chief Rommel Correa, LGOO VI Kurt Philip Matas, LGOO V Marven Ecarma, LGOO V Gemylene Espina, and LGOO II Janieva Dandan.

Also present were members of the E-CLIP committee, and different government agencies of Negros Oriental, Bohol, Cebu City, and Lapu-Lapu City.

The activity started with a keynote address from the Undersecretary for Peace and Order Oscar Valenzuela. An introduction to the overview of the activity was presented to set the sequential tasks to promote deeper understanding and generate insightful analysis from the participants. Also, it facilitated the conduct of social engagements and establish study groups throughout the exercises.

A set of activities comprising five different sessions covered a wide range of topics from March 22 to 23. Each session was designed to cover a specific aspect tailored to the operational needs of the implementation of ECLIP and supplement the existing competency of the implementers.

The first session discussed the following: Program Phases and Processes, Guidelines on the Construction of Halfway Houses, Guidelines on the DILG-Administered Package of Assistance: Institutional Arrangement, and Monitoring and Evaluation Forms.

The second session tackled DILG-DND JMC No. 01 s. 2021: Process and Procedures for the Disposition of Firearms, Explosive, and Ammunition of former rebels and former violent extremists.

The third session provided guidelines on the validation and authentication of former rebels not listed in the PSRTG, the fourth session focused on the Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Learning (MERL) tool, while the fifth and final session involved the application through a workshop on action plan on ECLIP.

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LGRRC-7 Knowledge Sharing conducted

In line with the Department’s thrust in making DILG a knowledge-centric organization, the DILG-7 under the leadership of Regional Director Leocadio Trovela conducted the second edition of the LGRRC-7 Knowledge Sharing Sessions for its personnel.

Thirteen personnel participated in the two-month knowledge-sharing sessions, which capped off Thursday, March 23, 2023 at the Lantip Training Center.

Director Trovela delivered his inspirational message and led the awarding of certificates to the participants and the resource speakers.

The in-house resource speakers were namely: LGOO V Planning Officer Designate Frislie Gay Virador, LGOO II Legal Officer Designate Atty. Michael Vencynth Braga, Regional Information Officer Richiel Chavez, LGOO II Sofia Lorraine Ygot, LGOO II Mark Kevin Cimafranca, and LGOO II Jomari Lavador.

The Regional Information and Planning Unit spearheaded this activity which started on February 4 and was conducted in every Tuesday and Thursday.

The topics were knowledge management strategies, advanced aptitude test, problem-solving strategies, among others.

Some of the participants are set to take the Civil Service Examination on March 26, 2023.

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DILG Central Visayas celebrates Int’l Day of Forests

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)-7 joined the annual global celebration of the International Day of Forests led by the DENR Central Visayas Regional Office in coordination with CENRO Argao on March 21, 2023, at Pugalo, Alcoy, Cebu.

The activity, with the Theme: “Healthy Forest for Healthy People,” kick-off with a mangrove planting activity and a short ceremony.

The personnel who represented the DILG-7 were Accountant II Ronnel Atuel, IO I Charles Albert Caayaman, ADA IV Abondio Habulin, ADA IV Joselito Albino, and Ralfe Jacalan.

Also present were the representatives from CSC, DEPED, PNP, LGU Alcoy, DMC, FAO, and other sectors.

Further, DILG-7 conveyed its resolute commitment to promoting the quality development of our environmental management system towards sustainable environmental protection and conservation.

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DILG 7 celebrates 2023 WWD; CNU student tops painting contest

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)-7 is one with the nation in reminding people of the importance of fresh water and advocating sustainable management of water resources as the world celebrates 2023 World Water Day.

DILG-7 spearheaded by the Project Development and Management Unit (PDMU) of the Office of the Regional Director held a series of activities highlighted by the on-the-spot painting contest for students and regional office personnel.

The regional office invited students from different colleges and universities in Cebu for the contest which carried the theme “Accelerating Change to Solve the Water and Sanitation Crisis.”

Cebu Normal University (CNU) student Jason Banono snagged first place and the P5,000 cash prize.

Engr. John Arnold Reluya of the DILG Regional Office and Josh Almonte of the University of Southern Philippines-Foundation (USP-F) placed second and third. The runners-up won P3,000 and P2,000, respectively.

Other participants were from Cebu Eastern College, Cebu Technological University, University of Cebu, University of the Philippines, University of San Carlos, Apas National High School and DILG personnel of FAD, LGCDD, LGMED and PDMU.

Part of the celebration was the water conservation discussion by Engr. Petronio Muring, a water sanitation and training specialist.

A quiz bowl regarding water conservation was also conducted. The team of LGCDD won first place, FAD placed second and Planning-IO settled for third.

DILG Regional Director Leocadio Trovela and Assistant Regional Director Maria Loisella Lucino led the awarding ceremony and recognition of participants.

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DILG-7 mobilizes regional office personnel to Barangay Assembly

Personnel from the DILG-7 regional office were mobilized to join the Barangay Assembly for the first semester of the calendar year 2023 in their respective barangays and delivered the message of Secretary of the Interior and Local Government Atty. Benjamin Abalos Jr.

LGMED Chief Celerino Magto Jr. graced the Barangay Assembly in Punta Princesa, Cebu City on behalf of Regional Director Leocadio Trovela on Saturday, March 18.

This year’s 1st-semester barangay assembly carries the theme “B-BIDA KA! Barangay BIDA, Kasama KA sa Pagpatupad ng Kapayapaan, Pangangalaga ng Kalikasan, at Pagpapaigting ng Pagkakaisa Tungo sa Isang Ligtas, Mapapayapa, Maunlad, at Masaganang Pamayanan.

In his message, SILG gave emphasis on the critical role of the barangay in peace and order, environment protection, pandemic response, fight against illegal drugs and food security. He added that these efforts of the barangay will greatly contribute to the attainment of a peaceful, secure and progressive communities.

Punong Barangay Eleno Andales, Jr. welcomed the sangguniang barangay members, sanggunaian kabataan officials, DILG personnel, tanods, lupons, barangay officers and residents present at the Atillo Gym.

He likewise presented the accomplishments and status of compliance of the barangay with national laws and issuances during his State of the Barangay Address.

Further, DILG Cebu City OIC-Director Dr. Neila Aquino and PMAJ Janelito Marquez of Cebu City Police Station 10 delivered their respective messages.

Barangay Punta Princesa is this year’s Barangay Assembly showcase barangay in Central Visayas.

All permanent officers and staff of the regional office are tasked to join the barangay assembly in their respective barangays where they reside.

The barangay assembly aims to discuss the semestral report of the sangguniang barangay, discuss issues affecting the barangay, and provide an opportunity for community members to participate in the decision-making process of their barangay.

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Wellness booth caps off Women’s Month celebration

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)-7 Regional office personnel availed free services from the Lapu-Lapu City Cooperative and Livelihood Resource Center wellness booth on Friday, March 17, at the Regional Office in Sudlon, Lahug, Cebu City.

Today’s activity capped off the week-long Entrepreneurs Booth Display organized at the regional office in line with the celebration of Women’s Month.

Among the services were haircuts, massages, manicures and pedicures and facials.

A mobile coffee shop from Happy Barista was also set up.

The Entrepreneurs Booth Display manned by DILG personnel opened last Monday with products such as pre-loved items, bags, accessories, and snack food.

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Entrepreneur booth kicks off Women’s Month celebration

In celebration of National Women’s Month, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)-7 emphasized the role of women in the social, cultural, economic and political development of the nation.

The celebration kicked off on Monday with the opening of the week-long DILG Women Entrepreneurs Booth Display at the Regional Office in Sudlon, Lahug.

DILG-7 Director led the opening of the booth together with Assistant Regional Director Maria Loisella Lucino, Mandaue City Director Johnjoan Mende, and division chiefs Atty. Ferdinand Albaño of FAD, Maria Thelya Oporto of LGCDD and Celerino Magto Jr. of LGMED.

Products displayed in the booth are pre-loved items, bags, accessories, iced coffee, fruit shake, and snack food, among others.

Part of the activity is the Seminar on Foundational Values and Ethics of Public Servants set on March 15, and the wellness booth and mobile coffee shop on Friday.

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DILG-7 joins nationwide earthquake drill

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)–7 conducted an earthquake drill on Thursday, March 9, at the Regional Office as the in-person Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill resumes after being limited for the past three years caused by COVID-19 restrictions.

Local Government Operations Officer (LGOO) IV Leo Pasilang, the designated safety and health officer, facilitated and observed the proper implementation of the exercise and drills among Regional Office personnel.

Over the course of three year, the COVID-19 pandemic posed limits on the conduct of the preparedness and response exercises and drills, inducing the usual physically interactive NSED, aimed at testing and validating contingency plans, as well as in assessing and enhancing preparedness for response at all levels and sectors.

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DILG-7 lawyers extend legal aid

Lawyers of the Department of the Interiro and Local Government (DILG)-7 Regional Office namely Regional Legal Unit officer-in-charge Atty. Michael Vencynth Braga and Development Management Officer IV Atty. Grace Melanie Lacamiento provided free legal services during the Caravan of Cebu Provincial Government Services today at San Remigio Sports Complex.

The free legal assistance is among the expanded services offered by DILG in support to Governor Gwendolyn Garcia’s efforts in partnering with national government agencies and local government units in bringing services closer to the Sugboanons.

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DILG-7 leads celebration of 2023 Nat’l Arts Month

The Department of the Interiro LG-7, Cultural and Historical Affairs Office (CHAO)-Cebu City, Knights of Rizal (KOR), and the Portrait Artists Society of the Philippines Inc. (PASPI) organized a live sketching session and exhibit in celebration of the 2023 National Arts Month.

Artists from PASPI led by its president Ramon de Dios imparted their time and artistic excellence in live sketching held at the DILG-7’s Regional Office in Sudlon, Lahug on Tuesday, February 21.

At least 15 artists from PASPI draw portraits in oil on canvas and charcoal medium. The subjects were personnel from the DILG-7 office.

Musician Marcial Quintanilla played Saxophone in a special number to entertain the participants.

Knight Grand Cross of Rizal Romualdo Generalao also lectured on arts appreciation.

Later in the afternoon, Dir. Trovela and De Dios spearheaded the ribbon-cutting ceremony which signaled the opening of the PASPI exhibit entitled “KADAIYA.”

The exhibit, which will run until March 1 at the Regional Office, is in collaboration with CHAO-Cebu City, Cebu City Museum, and DILG-7.

Our gratitude to the artists who joined the live sketching: Kenneth Gequillo, Ramon de Dios, Jose Mari Picornell, Kent Laurence Tauto-an, Armetio Anga, Boyet Auditor, Maxcel Migallos, Rodel Estudilio, Eli Manongas, Jason Manlangit, Arnold Jan Axinto, Jayliben Appari, Roberto Olvido, Audie Estrallada, Arnel Belda, and Efren Enolva.

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