IIDB Region 7

14/10/2026

🚐 SUGBO, LET’S CREATE WHAT’S NEXT!

The Lakbay Likha journey continues as we head to Mandaue City, Cebu! 🧡💙💛

Known for its thriving furniture and manufacturing industries, entrepreneurial spirit, and rich creative talent, Cebu has a vibrant ecosystem where local businesses and creatives can turn ideas into opportunities.

This October, we’re bringing together MSMEs and creative freelancers to strengthen digital presence, build creative capabilities, explore social commerce, and reach wider markets through digital innovation.

📍 Mandaue City, Cebu
📅 October 20–21, 2026
✍️ Registration link: http://tinyurl.com/LakbayLikhaCebu

Whether you're growing a business, building your creative career, or ready to turn your skills into new opportunities, Lakbay Likha is here to help you take the next step.

Be part of the movement.

Be part of the future.

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐛𝐚𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐡𝐚.

14/10/2026

Are you the one?

We are looking for a startup from Central Visayas who will represent and exhibit its own startup during the PH Startup Week 2026 in Quezon City M.I.C.E. Center on November 9-12, 2026.

DICT Regional Office VII will select only one (1) startup with two (2) members that will be provided with transportation and accommodations expenses during the duration.

1. The interested startup must briefly describe what its startup is all about and convince us why we should give the slot to the team, by accessing this link: bit.ly/PSHW26r7

2. The Startup may fill out in advance the Official Registration Portal: https://startup.gov.ph/phsw-register/
(Note: Registering in this Portal does not automatically guarantee inclusion in PHSW2026. Please wait for an advice from DICT RO VII IIDB Team for the final announcement/confirmation)

3. The Startup Exhibitor Briefer may be accessed here: https://bit.ly/4ymFk9m

Deadline: October 21, 2026

DICT RO VII IIDB Team shall announce and confirm the one (1) slot to the selected startup. For question or clarification, you may email them at [email protected]

Are you the one?

We are looking for a startup from Central Visayas who will represent and exhibit its own startup during the PH Startup Week 2026 in Quezon City M.I.C.E. Center on November 9-12, 2026.

DICT Regional Office VII will select only one (1) startup with two (2) members that will be provided with transportation and accommodations expenses during the duration.

1. The interested startup must briefly describe what its startup is all about and convince us why we should give the slot to the team, by accessing this link: bit.ly/PSHW26r7
2. The Startup may fill out in advance the Official Registration Portal: https://startup.gov.ph/phsw-register/
(Note: Registering in this Portal does not automatically guarantee inclusion in PHSW2026. Please wait for an advice from DICT RO VII IIDB Team for the final announcement/confirmation)
3. The Startup Exhibitor Briefer may be accessed here: https://bit.ly/4ymFk9m

Deadline: October 21, 2026

DICT RO VII IIDB Team shall announce and confirm the one (1) slot to the selected startup. For question or clarification, you may email them at [email protected]

13/10/2026

Philippine Startup Challenge (PSC) XI - Region 7 [Central Visayas] - TOP 25

After a careful and rigorous deliberation and selection process, from 243 entries received out of 23 schools in Cebu and Bohol, the following are the Top 25 startups who will join us in the Regional Competition on October 24, 2026:

*in no particular order*

📍 Bohol Province

🚀 VITAL [Team UnDecided] - Bohol Island State University - Balilihan
🚀 LUMNIA [Team TRINITY] - Bohol Island State University - Balilihan
🚀 DANUM [Team Nexode] - Bohol Island State University - Calape
🚀 Logic Quo [Team Polycephaly] - Holy Name University

📍 Cebu Province
🚀 ARal [Team SIDLAK] - Cebu Institute of Technology - University
🚀 Ariadne [Team the opps] - Cebu Institute of Technology - University
🚀 Butilense [Team OctoCats] - Cebu Institute of Technology - University
🚀 CeView [Team A.I.Con] - Cebu Institute of Technology - University
🚀 Parola [Team TIKI] - Cebu Institute of Technology - University
🚀 SagipBaha [Team SAGIPBAHA] - Cebu Institute of Technology - University
🚀 RELAYA [Team ANNERA] - University of the Philippines Cebu
🚀 BasaBibig [Team MUNventors] - Philippine Science High School Central Visayas
🚀 BangkaGo [Team IP SUM] - University of Cebu - Main
🚀 DisBasura [Team BaiSikol] - University of Cebu - Main
🚀 HealthQueue [Team PEACE4ALL] - University of Cebu - Main
🚀 Vista [Team MEH] - University of Cebu - Main
🚀 SmartSkin [Team Smartskin] - University of Cebu - Banilad
🚀 HOMESYNC [Team JService] - University of Cebu - Banilad
🚀 VELA [Team VELA] - University of Cebu -Lapu-Lapu and Mandaue
🚀 HitchKa [Team HitchKa-xXxPSCxXx Champion] - University of San Carlos
🚀 TIMBLE [Team CascadeZero] - University of San Jose-Recoletos
🚀 MAVIA [Team OPTIVRA] - University of San Jose-Recoletos
🚀 Veritas [Team CLIK] - University of San Jose-Recoletos
🚀 SCHOLARS [Team ALTF4] - University of San Jose-Recoletos
🚀 AgapAI [Team WOOPSIE] - University of San Jose-Recoletos

For the 5th consecutive year in a row, Region VII has the most number of entries, nationwide! Thank you and congratulations!

Note: The startup with the most number of heart reacts + shares will be recognized during the Awarding Ceremony.

13/10/2026

PANOORIN: 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 | 𝗖𝗲𝗯𝘂 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆

Matagumpay na isinagawa ang Trabahong Digital Job Fair 2026 sa SM Seaside City Cebu, kung saan nagtipon ang mga jobseeker, employers, e-commerce platforms, at partner organizations para sa dalawang araw ng recruitment, career opportunities, at digital workforce engagement.

Hatid ng Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), katuwang ang mga partner agencies, employers, at organizations sa Cebu, tampok sa job fair ang mahigit 3,900 digital at digitally enabled job opportunities mula sa 27 employers, kasama ang on-site recruitment, learning sessions, at access sa Digital Workforce Hub.

Sa pamamagitan ng Trabahong Digital Job Fair, patuloy na pinalalawak ang access sa trabaho at oportunidad sa digital economy, habang pinapalakas ang ugnayan ng jobseekers, employers para sa mga Pilipino.

12/10/2026

Thank you, PSC Challengers from Region VII!

This year, we received a record-breaking 243 entries from 23 schools in Central Visayas alone.

Indeed, our startup teams from the region took on the challenge!

The Top 20 shall be announced on this page within the week. Stay tuned!

11/10/2026

𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘!

You only have a few hours left to submit your entry! Submit before 11:59 PM, tonight!

𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗦𝗖 𝗜𝗦 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗔𝗦 𝟭-𝟮-𝟯
1️⃣ Gather your team
2️⃣ Prepare the requirements
3️⃣ Submit in the portal

If you're a student startup team building an out-of-this-world ICT-enabled solution powered by software, AI, IoT, Web3, blockchain, mixed reality, or other emerging technologies, this is your time to reach for the stars! 🌟

Applying isn’t rocket science. Take the first steps in building your ideas today!

SUBMISSION PORTAL:
bit.ly/7PSC
or
https://forms.gle/emGHmHnDnggBdbzw9

You may download the forms and templates from this Drive: bit.ly/7PSCTEMPLATES

❓FAQs: https://iidb2026.my.canva.site/psc-xi-website

10/10/2026

1️⃣ 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗟𝗘𝗙𝗧 𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘!

DEADLINE TOMORROW!

𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗦𝗖 𝗜𝗦 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗔𝗦 𝟭-𝟮-𝟯
1️⃣ Gather your team
2️⃣ Prepare the requirements
3️⃣ Submit in the portal

If you're a student startup team building an out-of-this-world ICT-enabled solution powered by software, AI, IoT, Web3, blockchain, mixed reality, or other emerging technologies, this is your time to reach for the stars! 🌟

Applying isn’t rocket science. Take the first steps in building your ideas today!

SUBMISSION PORTAL:
bit.ly/7PSC
or
https://forms.gle/emGHmHnDnggBdbzw9

You may download the forms and templates from this Drive: bit.ly/7PSCTEMPLATES

❓FAQs: https://iidb2026.my.canva.site/psc-xi-website

08/10/2026

🚐 Lakbay Likha is back on track!

We’re hitting the road once again and continuing to set the pace for digital empowerment, with a wider audience in mind. This time, we’re bringing together MSMEs and creative freelancers to strengthen their digital presence, build creative capabilities, and unlock new opportunities.

Our journey continues across the country:
📍 Region 3 – Clark, Pampanga | October 14–15
📍 Region 7 – Mandaue City | October 20–21
📍 Region 4A – Lucena City | October 27–28
📍 Region 5 – Naga City | November 19–20

From creative talent to local enterprises, Lakbay Likha is expanding its reach and creating more opportunities for communities to thrive in the digital economy.

Be part of the movement.
Be part of the future.

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐛𝐚𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐡𝐚. 🧡💛💙

08/10/2026

3️⃣ 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗟𝗘𝗙𝗧 𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘! 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗦𝗖 𝗜𝗦 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗔𝗦 𝟭-𝟮-𝟯

1️⃣ Gather your team
2️⃣ Prepare the requirements
3️⃣ Submit in the portal

If you're a student startup team building an out-of-this-world ICT-enabled solution powered by software, AI, IoT, Web3, blockchain, mixed reality, or other emerging technologies, this is your time to reach for the stars! 🌟

Applying isn’t rocket science. Take the first steps in building your ideas today!

SUBMISSION PORTAL:
bit.ly/7PSC
or
https://forms.gle/emGHmHnDnggBdbzw9

You may download the forms and templates from this Drive: bit.ly/7PSCTEMPLATES

❓FAQs: https://iidb2026.my.canva.site/psc-xi-website

06/10/2026

5 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗟𝗘𝗙𝗧 𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘! 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗦𝗖 𝗜𝗦 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗬 𝗔𝗦 𝟭-𝟮-𝟯

1️⃣ Gather your team
2️⃣ Prepare the requirements
3️⃣ Submit in the portal

If you're a student startup team building an out-of-this-world ICT-enabled solution powered by software, AI, IoT, Web3, blockchain, mixed reality, or other emerging technologies, this is your time to reach for the stars! 🌟

Applying isn’t rocket science. Take the first steps in building your ideas today!

SUBMISSION PORTAL:
bit.ly/7PSC
or
https://forms.gle/emGHmHnDnggBdbzw9

You may download the forms and templates from this Drive: bit.ly/7PSCTEMPLATES
❓FAQs: https://iidb2026.my.canva.site/psc-xi-website