MSWDO - LGU Hernani

11/05/2026

𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐌𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧!

A two-day advocacy activity through the 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐅𝐃𝐒) was successfully conducted by the 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 (𝐌𝐒𝐖𝐃𝐎) of Hernani in coordination with 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐰𝐢𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 (𝟒𝐏𝐬) Hernani on 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟗–𝟏𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. The activity aimed to strengthen the role of fathers and male community members as advocates in preventing violence against women and children (VAWC) and promoting responsible fatherhood.

The sessions were participated in by fathers and other male adults related to the 4Ps grantees from different barangays of the municipality. To ensure wider participation and accessibility, the barangays were grouped into four clusters.

The first cluster session was conducted on May 9, 2026, at Brgy. Garawon, attended by participants from Brgy. San Miguel, Garawon, Batang, and Cacatmonan. The second cluster covered Brgys. San Isidro and Carmen. On May 10, 2026, the third cluster was held for participants from Poblacion Barangays 1, 2, 3, and 4, while the fourth cluster catered to Brgys. Nagaja, Canciledes, and Padang during the afternoon session.

The activity was graced by resource speakers who shared valuable knowledge and insights on preventing violence and the importance of active fatherhood in the family and community. 𝐌𝐫. 𝐅𝐞𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐞 𝐓𝐲𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐁. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐝𝐨, LPT, ALS Teacher, and MOVE member (𝐌𝐞𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 & 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞), discussed the salient features of 𝐄𝐑𝐏𝐀𝐓 (𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬), particularly the topic “𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞.” He also discussed the organization and role of 𝐌𝐎𝐕𝐄 in promoting gender sensitivity and advocating against all forms of violence.

Meanwhile, 𝐏𝐒𝐒𝐆 𝐄𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐨 𝐂. 𝐉𝐚𝐨 of the Hernani Pnp also a MOVE member discussed the salient provisions, features, and penalties under 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐨. 𝟗𝟐𝟔𝟐 or the "𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟒", emphasizing the legal responsibilities and accountability of individuals in protecting women and children from abuse and violence.

The activity was also attended by MOVE members, known as the “MOVERS,” led by MOVE President John Rey Bandilla Anacio together with members Marlon Cena Author, Joel Calites Oprin, and Bryan Collarga Gayoso. Their presence highlighted the importance of male involvement in community-based advocacy initiatives promoting safe, respectful, and violence-free families. PCMS Evelina M. Berongoy of the WCPD Hernani was likewise present in support of the advocacy for the elimination of violence against women and children (VAWC).

At the end of each session, the MOVE advocates delivered messages of encouragement and commitment, inspiring participants to become active advocates in ending violence against women and children within their homes and communities. Participants were reminded that fathers play a vital role not only as providers but also as protectors, role models, and champions of respect, equality, and positive family relationships.

The activity served as an avenue to strengthen awareness, encourage behavioral change, and foster collective responsibility among men in building a safer and more supportive environment for women and children in the municipality.

Special thanks to the barangays that accommodated and supported the conduct of the activity, contributing to its smooth and successful implementation.

The MSWDO also extends its heartfelt gratitude to 𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐨 𝐋. 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐨, 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐢, for lending a generator during the power interruption, which allowed the activity to continue without disruption.

Most importantly, thank you to all the 𝐓𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐲𝐬, 𝐋𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐬, 𝐔𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐊𝐮𝐲𝐚𝐬 who attended and actively participated despite work and other responsibilities. Your presence and commitment reflect your support in advocating to end violence against women and children.

Because the prevention of violence starts at home, let us continue to empower and encourage fathers to become advocates of respect, protection, and positive change in every family and community.

21/04/2026

16/04/2026

09/04/2026

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒: 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧

A two-day workshop on the Formulation of the Local Development Plan and Investment Program for Children (LDPC/LIPC) was conducted, with the active participation of the Local Council for the Protection of Children (LCPC) members. The activity aimed to strengthen programs, policies, and interventions that promote and uphold the welfare and rights of children in the Municipality of Hernani.

The activity formally commenced with a Welcome Address delivered by the LCPC Vice-Chairperson, Hon. Roderick B. Dequilla, SB Chair on the Committee on Social Services and Gender Concerns, who emphasized the importance of strengthening local mechanisms to protect and promote the welfare of children.

The training was graced by the invited resource person, Francis Genell R. Berida, RSW, Planning Officer III of the Regional Sub-Committee for the Welfare of Children - Eastern Visayas, who shared valuable insights and technical expertise that enriched the participants’ understanding of child-responsive planning.

On the first day of the activity, April 7, 2026, participants were provided with an overview of the 4 Legacies for Children and the four major rights of children, Survival, Development, Protection, and Participation, which served as the foundation for child-responsive governance. This was followed by a session on setting the Vision and Mission for Children, emphasizing the importance of aligning local goals with child welfare and development.

During the workshop sessions, the Local Situation Analysis was presented, identifying key issues affecting children in their respective communities. This process included the review of local data, identification of priority problems, and analysis of root causes. The outputs were then presented, fostering feedback, collaboration, and shared learning among participants.

On Day 2, April 8, 2026, the activity resumed with an introduction to the Theory of Change, enabling participants to craft their LGU’s framework by linking identified problems to desired outcomes. Participants were also guided in identifying risks and assumptions, which are essential in anticipating challenges and ensuring the effective implementation of plans.

Subsequently, participants developed change strategies, results frameworks, and resource requirements for the LDPC. Sessions on institutional arrangements clarified the roles and responsibilities of LCPC members, while discussions on monitoring, reporting, and evaluation (M&E) highlighted mechanisms to track progress and ensure accountability.

A Technical Working Group (TWG) was also organized to oversee the finalization, integration, and monitoring of the LDPC/LIPC outputs. The TWG will ensure sustained coordination among offices, facilitate data consolidation, and support the implementation of plans. Meanwhile, the LCPC Secretariat consolidates and documents all workshop outputs in preparation for submission and adoption.

The activity concluded with the sharing of impressions from the child representatives, followed by closing remarks delivered by the Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator, Engr. Elie V. Dulfo, on behalf of the Municipal Mayor, Hon. Amado L. Candido.

Special thanks to Plan International Pilipinas – Hernani, in coordination with Ma’am Lutchie Cańon, for funding and supporting the training workshop, making the activity possible and successful.

31/03/2026

𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐮𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐢𝐡𝐚𝐧!💜🌸

The 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐢, through the 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 (𝐌𝐒𝐖𝐃𝐎), proudly commemorated the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 through a series of meaningful activities conducted throughout the month of March.

These activities aimed to recognize the vital role of women in society and highlight their invaluable contributions across all sectors. Below are the activities conducted by the MSWDO in celebration of and in recognition of the importance of women:

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤-𝐎𝐟𝐟
The celebration officially began with a Flag Ceremony, followed by a lively dance presentation of “Juana, Ikaw ang Bida,” setting the tone for a month of empowerment and recognition of women.

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟑–𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐆𝐀𝐃 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠
This activity was attended by members of the GAD Focal Point System and aimed to strengthen gender-responsive governance. It was graced by the esteemed Resource Person, Ma’am Erlinda R. Gajol.

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲
In coordination with the MDRRMO–Hernani, under the leadership of Ma’am Lanie Mae Dingal, a total of 50 LGU employees actively participated in the tree planting activity, promoting environmental stewardship and sustainability.

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟗–𝟏𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐏𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
Women were given time for self-care and wellness through the following services:
• 60 women availed of free manicure and pedicure services
• 26 women received free haircuts
• 40 women enjoyed free massage services

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧
Through insightful discussions led by Resource Persons Alyssa Jardine Estil-Bojocan, RSW, and Dra. Maila E. Navidad-Bobon, MD, a total of 75 women gained valuable knowledge on self-care and mental well-being.

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐋𝐏 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬
A total of 25 SLP beneficiaries participated in a meaningful session focused on financial awareness, development, and empowerment. This activity was funded by 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐬–𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐢.

𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
A total of four batches were successfully conducted across different barangays:
• March 12 – Brgy. 1, 2, 3, and 4
• March 16 – Brgy. San Miguel, Cacatmonan, Garawon, and Batang
• March 17 – Brgy. Carmen and San Isidro
• March 24 – Brgy. Nagaja, Padang, and Canciledes
These sessions empowered parents with knowledge and skills in effective parenting, family development, and positive discipline.

𝐙𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
Women employees of LGU Hernani actively participated in regular Zumba sessions led by Dance Instructor Aljhon B. Anos, promoting physical fitness and wellness.

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟑𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲
The MSWDO successfully conducted the Culmination Program of the 2026 National Women’s Month Celebration, honoring the strength, resilience, and leadership of women.

The program opened with a Welcome Address and Overview of Women’s Month Activities delivered by 𝐌𝐬. 𝐎𝐛𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐂. 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐥, 𝐌𝐒𝐖𝐃𝐎, highlighting the impactful initiatives conducted throughout the month.

The program featured inspiring messages from empowered women leaders: 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫, 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨 𝐃𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐫𝐚 𝐏𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐚 on "𝑾𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑", 𝐏𝐮𝐧𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲, 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐚 𝐆. 𝐆𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐨 on "𝑩𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒓 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒅", and 𝐒𝐁 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐃. 𝐕𝐢𝐚𝐣𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐫 on "𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞". Their insights highlighted courage, resilience, and equality, reflecting this year’s theme, “𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑩𝒂𝒃𝒂𝒚𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒔.” Like them, today’s women lead with wisdom, compassion, strength, and a deep sense of purpose, empowering others and shaping a better future.

The audience was also deeply moved by the powerful stories from the winners of “𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡”: 𝐌𝐬. 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐄. 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐨 (𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞), 𝐌𝐬. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥 𝐁. 𝐀𝐫𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐬 (𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞), 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐬. 𝐆𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐳𝐚 𝐂. 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 (𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞), showcasing real-life journeys of courage and empowerment.

The event concluded with the awarding of certificates, a vibrant community dance “𝐈𝐤𝐚𝐰 𝐚𝐲 𝐆𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨,” participated by women employees of LGU Hernani, and a message of gratitude and appreciation to the invaluable contribution of women delivered by 𝐒𝐅𝐎𝟐 𝐀𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨 𝐋𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐛𝐚 on behalf of 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐨 𝐋. 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐨, 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫.

Indeed, this celebration reminds us that women are not only pillars of the community but also catalysts of change and progress.💜

“𝐁𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐲𝐞, 𝐛𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐠 𝐤𝐚 𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐠-𝐔𝐬𝐰𝐚𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐢.”

31/03/2026

We recognize the remarkable journey of our Pre-Kindergarten students as they march forward on their 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐩 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐘. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 with the Theme;

"𝐌𝐆𝐀 𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐀𝐍 𝐇𝐀𝐍 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐈 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐃 𝐃𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒, 𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐌 𝐍𝐀 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐔𝐍𝐀 𝐍𝐆𝐀 𝐌𝐀𝐘 𝐊𝐀𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐌 𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐔𝐏𝐀𝐘 𝐍𝐆𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐒𝐀𝐍 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐀 𝐇𝐀𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐔𝐏𝐀𝐘 𝐍𝐆𝐀 𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐔𝐁𝐔𝐖𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐍."

The Mass Moving Up Ceremony was graced by the presence of our supportive Vice Mayor, Hon. Socorro De Lira Ponferrada, SB Member Roderick Dequila, Punong Barangays and Barangay Kagawad from their respective barangays.

All Child Development Centers conducted their Moving Up Ceremony on March 26, 2026 at Brgy. 02 Poblacion, Old Municipal Plaza, Hernani, Eastern Samar.
The program started with an Invocation and National Anthem, with the Child Development Children wearing costumes and giving us a graceful performance.

Moreover, the presentation of Graduates was delivered by each Punong Barangays and Kagawad from their respective CDCs. Followed by the Confirmation of Graduates presented by Vice Mayor, Hon. Socorro De Lira Ponferrada, on behalf of our Municipal Mayor, Hon. Amado L. Candido. After that, the certificate of completion was distributed to the completers by Ma'am Obdulia C. Macasil, MSWDO, assisted by Vice Mayor Ponferrada, Punong Barangays and Kagawad.

The program concluded with a closing message from Hon. Socorro De Lira Ponferrada recognizing the efforts of our Child Development Workers (CDWs) in nurturing their students, as well as the parents of our completers for their continuous support of their children. It was also emphasized the importance of the support of the Local Government Unit (LGU) and Barangay Local Government Unit (BLGU) on the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Program.

Finally, a graceful Graduation Song was performed by the Pre-Kindergarten Completers, symbolizing the end of their early learning journey in Pre-Kindergarten.

Congratulations graduates and to their proud parents! 🥳👏
Goodluck on your next journey in Kindergarten! ❣️

Kudos also to our hardworking Child Development Workers, your guidance and support to these young learners will surely make an impact as they navigate their next journey. ❤️

26/03/2026

𝑴𝒂𝒃𝒖𝒉𝒂𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒈𝒂 𝒏𝒂𝒌𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝑭𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒐!

"𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒇 𝑪𝒂𝒔𝒉 𝑮𝒊𝒇𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝑭𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒐 𝑶𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑵𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒔"

On March 25, 2026, fifteen (15) qualified beneficiaries of 𝑹.𝑨. 11982, also known as the "𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒅 𝑪𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏 𝑨𝒄𝒕," who turned 80, 85, 90,95 years old last July (2), August (1), November, December 2025, and February 2026, from Hernani, E. Samar, received P10,000.00 as a cash gift. The cash gift distribution was facilitated by a Special Disbursing Officer (SDO) from the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC), MSWDO staff, and OSCA Designate, conducted at the 𝑶𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒐𝒓 𝑪𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒏𝒔 in the 𝑳𝒐𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝑮𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝑯𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒊.

The 𝑹.𝑨. 11982 also known as the "𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒅 𝑪𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒔 𝑨𝒄𝒕" grants a cash gift of P10,000.00 to eligible Filipino Senior Citizens with one (1) year from reaching the ages eighty (80), eighty-five (85), ninety (90), ninety-five (95), and P100,000.00 for those who will reach one hundred years old (100).

24/03/2026

GADvocates, ipakita kung paano niyo ipinagdiwang ang National Women’s Month! 💜

Submit your activity photos by April 1, 2026, via https://bit.ly/2026NWMCAP and get a chance to be featured on the PCW page.