27/11/2025
Recognizing Partners in Governance: LGU San Simon Honors Accredited and Recognized Civil Society Organizations
In adherence to Executive Order No. 060-2025, the Local Government of San Simon successfully conducted the Civil Society Organization (CSO) Awarding Ceremony on November 26, 2025, at the Sangguniang Bayan Session Hall, Municipal Building, San Simon, Pampanga.
The ceremony highlighted the importance of CSOs in local governance, community development, and participatory decision-making.
Through this recognition, the LGU reaffirms its commitment to fostering inclusive, collaborative, and citizen-driven governance.
The event formally opened with welcome remarks from Ms. Miriam G. Perilla, MLGOO of DILG San Simon, followed by an inspirational message from Hon. Honorato M. Almario, Acting Municipal Vice Mayor, emphasizing the LGUโs continued support for CSO engagement.
Messages of appreciation were also delivered by two CSO representativesโMs. Fe B. Carlos, Chairman of SSALPO, and Ms. Nelia Bais, Chairman of AKSSIโexpressing gratitude for the recognition and reaffirming the sectorโs dedication to community service and partnership with the LGU.
Ms. Kimberly P. Cunanan, CSO Desk Officer/OIC-MPDO, introduced the awarding ceremony and delivered the closing remarks, underscoring the vital role of CSOs in promoting transparency, empowerment, and shared responsibility in local governance. She reaffirmed the LGUโs commitment to strengthening CSO-LGU collaboration for a more progressive and community-centered San Simon.
Through strengthened partnerships with CSOs, the Municipality of San Simon continues to advance inclusive, transparent, and responsive governance for all Simonians.