MSWDO Makilala

01/06/2026

FAMILY STRENGTHENING AND YOUTH GUIDANCE DAY
May 26, 2026

As part of the Municipal Intervention Program under Oplan Bata for Children at Risk (CAR) and Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL), the Family Strengthening and Youth Guidance Day was successfully conducted on May 26, 2026, with the active participation of both minors and their parents or guardians.

The one-day activity aimed to strengthen family relationships, promote responsible behavior among the youth, and enhance parental involvement in the development and guidance of their children. The program featured a series of symposiums and seminars covering important topics such as the Curfew Ordinance and Child Protection Laws, Family Strengthening, and Spiritual and Values Formation. A Parenting Seminar was also conducted to equip parents with effective parenting strategies and reinforce their vital role in nurturing responsible and law-abiding children.

For the youth participants, a Life Skills Workshop was facilitated, focusing on Decision-Making Skills and Peer Pressure Management, enabling them to make informed choices and resist negative influences. To further strengthen family bonds and encourage teamwork, a Joint Parent-Child Team Building Activity was conducted, fostering cooperation, trust, communication, and mutual understanding among participants.

The activity served as an avenue for learning, reflection, and family engagement, supporting the municipality's commitment to child protection, youth development, and the rehabilitation and reintegration of CAR and CICL into the community.

28/05/2026

Tinatawagan ng pansin ang mga magulang o kamag anak ni Eros Leerhoi na makipag ugnayan sa aming tanggapan para sa kapakanan ng nasabing bata. Si Eros Leerhoi, lalaki, ay natagpuan noong May 28, 2026 sa likod ng multicab na pagmamay ari nila Analissa at Garter Gasang mga 1:00 a.m. Ang nasabing bata ay panganganak pa lamang nang makita. Kung sino man ang nakakakilala at nakakaalam sa kinaroroonan ng magulang ng nasabing bata ay mangyari po lamang na makipag-ugnayan kay Lina Cañedo sa Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office ng Local Government Unit of Makilala, Cotabato o tumawag sa hotline number ng MSWDO Makilala 09703766800.

27/05/2026

𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗦 𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗚 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗟𝗔

MAKILALA, NORTH COTABATO — Around 1,277 young participants from the four districts of Makilala gathered at Makilala Central Elementary School on May 14, 2026, for the conduct of the Summer Kids Peace Camp 2026, an initiative supported by the Provincial Government of Cotabato in partnership with the Local Government Unit of Makilala and various stakeholders.

Children from the East, Central, North, and West districts actively participated in the three-day activity, creating an atmosphere filled with joy, learning, friendship, and unity among young individuals coming from different sectors, including Christian, Moro, and Indigenous communities.

The Summer Kids Peace Camp 2026 served not only as a recreational activity but also as a meaningful platform in shaping young individuals to become respectful, disciplined, courageous, and compassionate members of the community. Throughout the camp, participants engaged in various learning sessions, games, discussions, workshops, team-building activities, and talent presentations that boosted their confidence and encouraged active participation.

With the guidance and support of different government offices and stakeholders, the young participants learned valuable lessons on responsibility, leadership, overcoming challenges, and becoming good role models in their respective communities.

The activity highlighted the importance of involving children in peacebuilding and community development, reminding everyone that young people also have voices and play a vital role in building a peaceful, healthy, and progressive society.



#𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲𝐈𝐧𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲

27/05/2026

𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗔 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 2026!

𐐛૦૦𝗞|| The Makilala Association of Batang Aktibo at may Talino (MAKABATA) successfully conducted the MAKABATA Leadership Training 2026 on May 20–21, 2026, at Bibbos Resort, gathering around 100 young officers from the different barangays of Makilala.

The two-day activity was spearheaded by the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office – Children Welfare Unit, Local Youth Development Office in partnership with the Municipal MAKABATA Officers and Child Representatives. The training aimed to strengthen the leadership capabilities of young leaders while promoting child rights awareness, responsible citizenship, and active youth participation.

Participants actively engaged in various learning sessions and activities focusing on leadership development, parliamentary procedures, child protection laws, effective engagement across different media platforms, and spiritual enrichment.

The Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office of Makilala extends its heartfelt gratitude to the invited resource speakers who generously shared their knowledge and expertise: Atty. Ryan D. Tabanay for discussing Parliamentary Procedures; Ptra. Arlene Dalion - Gonzaga for inspiring the young leaders to strengthen their faith in God; Joey Manali Ador for discussing Republic Act No. 11596; Jassy Madrio for discussing Republic Act No. 11648; and Sir Louige Allan Tutor for sharing valuable insights on effective engagement across various media platforms.

Through the collective efforts of the organizers, speakers, and participants, the activity became a meaningful avenue in honing young leaders to become more equipped, disciplined, God-fearing, and socially responsible individuals.

Kudos to everyone who contributed to the success of the MAKABATA Leadership Training 2026!

21/05/2026

18/05/2026

Look||Today, May 18, 2026, the Municipal Council for the Protection of Children (MCPC) conducted its 2nd Quarter Meeting attended by the regular MCPC members. During the meeting, various agenda and phenomenological concerns were discussed, including updates on managed cases, highlights of the services provided by the Kapalinan and Minolian Centers, updates on data and findings of the Child-Friendly Local Governance Audit (CFLGA-KMS), and the monitoring of LCPC budget utilization for CY 2026.

These agendas were recognized as essential in strengthening child protection mechanisms, enhancing coordination among partner agencies, and improving the delivery of intervention and rehabilitation services for children and families. The discussion also emphasized the importance of proper monitoring and utilization of funds allocated for child-focused programs to ensure transparency, accountability, and sustainability of services. Furthermore, the meeting reaffirmed the municipality’s commitment to promoting child-friendly governance, safeguarding children’s rights, and addressing emerging concerns affecting the welfare and development of children in the community.

18/05/2026

📍 May 13, 2026 | 9:30 AM
📌 NCDC, Makilala, Cotabato

Successfully conducted the Orientation on the Supplementary Feeding Program in coordination with the Local Government Unit of Makilala, with the active participation of all Child Development Workers, visitors from the Regional Office, and representatives from the DSWD Provincial Capitol in Amas, Kidapawan City.

This activity aims to strengthen the implementation of nutrition and feeding services for children in the community through teamwork, dedication, and commitment. As part of the program implementation, we have a total of one thousand five hundred (1,500) prospective child enrollees for one hundred eighty (180) days at twenty-five pesos (₱25.00) per day, with a total allocation of six million seven hundred fifty thousand pesos (₱6,750,000.00) only.

Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of this meaningful activity. Together, we continue to promote the health and well-being of every child. 💚

16/05/2026

Warmest birthday to you Sir Tads!

Today, we celebrate not only your special day but also the wonderful person that you are. Your dedication to the welfare and empowerment of our senior citizens is truly inspiring. Through your compassion, patience, and commitment, you continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many people in our community.

Beyond your work, your passion for music is a gift that touches so many hearts. Your talent in playing different musical instruments and your willingness to share your knowledge with others reflect your generous spirit and love for teaching. Through your music, you bring joy, inspiration, and harmony to those around you. Your service in the church, helping lead songs of praise and worship, is a beautiful reminder of how God uses your talents to uplift and inspire His people.

Thank you for being such a kind, approachable, and supportive workmate. Your friendliness and positive energy make the workplace lighter and more enjoyable for everyone.

May God continue to bless you with good health, happiness, wisdom, and more opportunities to continue your mission of service and music. May your life always be filled with beautiful melodies, meaningful moments, and countless blessings.

Happy Birthday, and may you continue to inspire many lives through your work, your faith, and your music! 🎶🎉🎂

From your MSWDO Family💜

16/05/2026

Inauguration and blessing of the store of the Makilala Farmers Sustainable Consumers Cooperative on May 15, 2026 at Dao St., Poblacion, Makilala, Cotabato. The cooperative is the federation of the sustainable livelihood assistance in the ELCA barangays with viable business operation and contributed share capital to scale up into a cooperative enterprise. The association is assisted by DSWD Field Office XII, LGU Makilala and 39th IB Philippine Army. The occasion was graced by Lt. Col. Hector Estolas , Batallion Commander of 39th IB, Lt. CJ Coronel, MSWDO Lina Villacote Cañedo , Acting Municipal Cooperative Development Officer Rosary Mamburao Robiños , DSWD Project Dev't Officer Dante Saud, The activity is one of the milestones of the cooperative in the quest for socio-economic empowerment towards peace and development; and sustainable justice. The cooperative is now an accredited community based organization engaging partnership with DSWD in providing services for supplementary feeding and Walang Gutom Program .