DILG Region 6 Western Visayas

20/08/2026

20/08/2026

DILG Region VI and CAPSU Renew Partnership for the 2026 CSIS Re-round | The DILG VI and Capiz State University (CAPSU) renewed their partnership for the implementation of the 2026 Citizen Satisfaction Index System (CSIS) Re-round through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) held at the CAPSU Campus in Roxas City, Capiz.

Among the key officials present were DILG Region VI Assistant Regional Director Ma. Calpiza J. Sardua, CESO IV; DILG Capiz Provincial Director Cherryl P. Tacda, CESO V; and CAPSU President Dr. Efren L. Linan, with Dr. Leo Andrew B. Biclar as witness ,together with officials and personnel from DILG and CAPSU. The activity also featured the ceremonial turnover of the initial project fund to CAPSU to support the implementation of the 2026 CSIS Re-round.

In her message, ARD Ma. Calpiza J. Sardua, CESO IV highlighted CAPSU’s proven competence and strong track record in the initial CSIS implementation, making the university a trusted partner for the re-round. Meanwhile, PD Cherryl P. Tacda, CESO V emphasized that the CSIS provides valuable citizen feedback that helps local governments identify service delivery gaps and improve their services.

For his part, Dr. Linan reaffirmed CAPSU’s support for the CSIS Re-round and announced its planned partnership with DILG Region VI for the development of a School of Local Governance at the CAPSU Sapian Campus.

Building on the experience of the initial implementation, DILG Region VI and CAPSU remain committed to generating meaningful citizen feedback to support better governance, improved public service delivery, and more responsive local governments.




For more information about the programs and projects of DILG Region 6, visit our official website: https://region6.dilg.gov.ph

20/08/2026

MENTORING BEYOND BORDERS | Mentorship is more than sharing knowledge—it is about guiding leaders, exchanging experiences, and growing together for better public service.

Putting this into action, DILG VI Regional Director Juan Jovian E. Ingeniero, CESO III conducted an on-site mentoring visit to Zamboanga Sibugay to personally engage with his mentee, Provincial Director Oliver Ombos of DILG Zamboanga Sibugay, under the Mentoring for Optimal Leadership and Development for DILG Leaders (MOLD4DILG) Program.

The visit provided an opportunity for RD Jovian and PD Ombos to interface, exchange insights, and discuss the progress and key milestones of PD Ombos’ project under the MOLD4DILG program.

RD Jovian also visited the DILG Zamboanga Sibugay Provincial Office, where he met with key PO personnel and some MLGOOs in the province, and paid a courtesy call on Hon. Ann K. Hofer, Governor of Zamboanga Sibugay, reaffirming partnerships for stronger local governance.

Through MOLD4DILG, DILG continues to foster a culture of mentorship, continuous learning, and purposeful leadership—developing leaders who lead better, serve better, and make a greater impact.

Maraming Salamat, DILG Zamboanga Sibugay sa malugod na pagbati at pagtanggap kay RD Jovian!




For more information about the programs and projects of DILG Region 6, visit our official website: https://region6.dilg.gov.ph

19/08/2026

ONSITE & TABLE VALIDATION | The 2026 Search for the Outstanding Barangay Tanod (SOBT) continues to honor and recognize the dedication, commitment, and exemplary service of Barangay Tanods who play a vital role in maintaining peace, order, and public safety in their respective communities.

The On-site Validation of Provincial/HUC Nominees was conducted from July 20 to August 13, 2026, covering the Group Categories for 1st–2nd Class Municipalities, 3rd–5th Class Municipalities, and Cities, as well as the Individual Category.

This was followed by the Regional Search Committee (RSC) Table Evaluation and Calibration conducted on August 18–19, 2026 at the DILG Regional Office VI.

Through this rigorous process, the Regional Search Committee assessed the nominees based on their accomplishments, initiatives, innovations, and contributions to peace, order, public safety, and community development.

Salute to all our Barangay Tanods and congratulations to all the nominees! Your dedication and selfless service continue to make our communities safer, stronger, and more resilient.




For more information about the programs and projects of DILG Region 6, visit our official website: https://region6.dilg.gov.ph

18/08/2026

LOOK | DILG VI, ISAT U, LGU BADIANGAN FORGE PARTNERSHIP TO ADVANCE SUSTAINABLE LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

BADIANGAN, Iloilo — The DILG Region VI, Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U), and the Local Government Unit of Badiangan formalized their collaboration through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement for the implementation of Project CARES (Community Advancement through Resilience, Education, and Economic Development) under the Badiangan Sustainable Development Initiative (BSDI and Recovery Initiatives Towards Sustained Economies (RISE) Program, on August 17, 2026, at the Municipal Social Hall, Badiangan, Iloilo.

In his message, DILG VI Regional Director Juan Jovian E. Ingeniero, CESO III underscored that the agreement represents more than a formal partnership, but a shared commitment to make local economic development more responsive, inclusive, and sustainable.

“When we put our expertise, resources, and experience together, we can certainly create possibilities that are more grounded in the realities of our communities and their aspirations toward more progress,” RD Ingeniero said. His message likewise emphasized the importance of translating collaborative efforts into concrete programs and investments that respond to the needs and opportunities of Badiangan’s local industries.

Meanwhile, Badiangan Municipal Mayor Atty. Suzette A. Mamon reaffirmed the LGU’s support for the initiative and its commitment to sustain efforts that will strengthen the municipality’s local economy and priority industries.

ISAT University President Dr. Gabriel M. Salistre, Jr., P*E, for his part, affirmed the University’s commitment to contribute its academic expertise, research, extension services, innovation, and technical assistance toward advancing Badiangan’s development priorities.

Under the agreement, ISAT U will provide technical leadership and capacity development interventions; DILG VI will extend policy guidance, governance support, and facilitate convergence with development partners; while LGU Badiangan will lead local implementation and institutionalize Project CARES interventions within its planning and governance mechanisms.

The MOA signing also marked the start of the three-day Training-Workshop on Local Economic Development, Value Chain Analysis, and the Development of the Badiangan Priority Commodity Development and Investment Plan (2026–2029). The activity brings together key stakeholders to assess the municipality’s priority commodities, undertake value chain analysis, and identify strategic development and investment interventions for ginger, bolo, and hablon.

Through this strengthened government-academe-LGU-industry collaboration, the partners aim to translate Badiangan’s local economic priorities into coordinated, sustainable, and actionable interventions that can generate more opportunities and contribute to inclusive local growth.




For more information about the programs and projects of DILG Region 6, visit our official website: https://region6.dilg.gov.ph/

14/08/2026

GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS IN ACTION | A new era of local empowerment unfolds in Numancia, Aklan!

DILG Region VI, alongside local officials and community members, joined His Excellency Shri Harsh Kumar Jain, Ambassador of India to the Philippines, for the official inauguration and turnover of the ₱2.5-Million Indian Quick Impact Project (I-QIP) Training Hall in Barangay Aliputos.

14/08/2026

UNITY IN EMERGENCY RESPONSE | DILG Region VI joined the Police Regional Office 6, together with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), for the Official Launching of the Unified 911 National Emergency Hotline.

DILG VI Regional Director Juan Jovian E. Ingeniero, CESO III, conveyed the Department's strongest support for the campaign, underscoring that in emergencies — every second matters, and one recognizable hotline makes it easier for our people to get the right help at the right time.

"Kapag may emergency, may matatawagan. May tutugon. May tutulong."

RD Ingeniero emphasized that operationalizing 911 must be felt on the ground, with LGUs playing a key role through responsive local systems, capable responders, and clear coordination — bringing the 911 message closer to every community.

This convergence of the DILG, PNP, BFP, and BJMP reflects our shared commitment to a safer Western Visayas, in support of the PNP's vision of "Responsive, Trusted, and Transformative Policing" and the national call to build a faster, more reliable emergency response system.




For more information about the programs and projects of DILG Region 6, visit our official website: https://region6.dilg.gov.ph/

13/08/2026

READ | DILG supports ARTA’s anti-fixer drive, orders prominent display of “Bawal ang Red Tape” materials

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has thrown its full support behind the Anti-Red Tape Authority’s (ARTA) intensified campaign against fixers and fixing, ordering the prominent display of “Bawal ang Red Tape” materials across its offices and online platforms.

Through a Department Memorandum, the DILG directed the display of the anti-red tape signage in strategic and conspicuous areas of its central and regional offices, as well as on the Department’s website and official social media channels, as part of a broader information campaign against fixing and illegal government transactions.

“Red tape has no place in the DILG. We, therefore, want these signage seen by everyone as part of our commitment to efficient public services,” the DILG said.

Following ARTA’s latest directives on the Campaign Against Fixers and Client Satisfaction Measurement, DILG offices were also urged to intensify public awareness of existing anti-red tape policies, particularly measures against fixers, while strengthening transparency in government transactions.

The Department likewise ordered the display of updated anti-fixing information, education, and communication (IEC) materials and the official harmonized Client Satisfaction Measurement (CSM) survey in conspicuous areas to encourage the public to provide direct feedback on government services.

"As the government heightens awareness of safeguards against corruption, we also encourage the public to report incidents of illegal transactions to combat fixing through ARTA’s channels,” the DILG said.

The intensified campaign comes as the DILG recorded a 99.50 percent client satisfaction score in its 2025 CSM Report, reflecting positive public reception of the Department’s implementation of streamlined services for both internal and external clients.

The DILG said strict compliance with the guidelines forms part of ARTA’s Report Card Survey (RCS) 2.0, which measures government agencies’ implementation of Republic Act No. 11032, or the Ease of Doing Business Law, and their compliance with service procedures under their respective Citizen’s Charters.

“All of these will be tracked by the Compliance Monitoring and Evaluation Office (CMEO) through surprise inspections and spot monitoring to ensure sustained compliance with the law and the related guidelines,” the DILG said.

The Department stressed that the campaign ultimately seeks to make legitimate government transactions easier and more transparent while closing opportunities for fixers and other illegal practices.

“With these mechanisms in place, we remain committed to safeguarding public trust in government through upholding swift, hassle-free, and customer-friendly service delivery for the Filipino people,” the Department added.

13/08/2026

𝗣𝗥𝗣 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮–𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗟𝗚𝗦𝗙 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀, 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁

The recently published President’s Report to the People (PRP) 2022–2026 draws on the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s (DILG) latest implementation data and field documentation to highlight key milestones in Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) programs and the changes these investments have brought to communities.

Region 6 was one of the selected Regions that the OPDS conducted field documentation of completed LGSF projects from March to July
as part of its monitoring and evaluation efforts. By combining implementation data with firsthand accounts from project beneficiaries, the Office captured both the progress of LGSF investments on the ground and their impact on the communities they are intended to serve.

The PRP can be accessed online at https://tinyurl.com/PRP2022-2026

𝗣𝗥𝗣 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮–𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗟𝗚𝗦𝗙 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀, 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁

The recently published President’s Report to the People (PRP) 2022–2026 draws on the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s (DILG) latest implementation data and field documentation to highlight key milestones in Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) programs and the changes these investments have brought to communities.

Based on implementation data from the DILG, 6,433 projects funded under the Financial Assistance to Local Government Units (FALGU), Growth Equity Fund (GEF), and Support and Assistance Fund to Participatory Budgeting (SAFPB) have been completed, benefiting a total of 53,933,877 households. The figures provide a snapshot of the scale of LGSF investments and the extent of their implementation across local communities.

The projects, with a combined allocation of Php 29.497 billion, supported the construction and improvement of day care centers, post-harvest facilities, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WaSH) facilities, among other community infrastructure.

The report also reflected the implementation status of the Support to the Barangay Development Program (SBDP), another LGSF program monitored by the DILG. Based on the Department’s monitoring data, 5,935 BDP projects across 5,638 barangays have been completed.

Beyond the numbers, the PRP underscored how these investments bring development closer to communities and address needs at the local level.

The report also featured testimonials and photographs gathered firsthand by the DILG’s Office of Project Development Services (OPDS) through its field documentation activities. Among those featured were Imelda Domingo of Isabela, who shared how an SAFPB-funded water supply system enabled her to tend to her garden more easily; Jowy Viernes of Cagayan, who said a newly paved farm-to-market road has reduced travel time; and Ginalyn Villena of Cagayan, who recounted how an SBDP-funded health station has brought healthcare services closer to residents of her barangay.

The OPDS conducted field documentation of completed LGSF projects from March to July in Regions II, MIMAROPA, and VI as part of its monitoring and evaluation efforts. By combining implementation data with firsthand accounts from project beneficiaries, the Office captured both the progress of LGSF investments on the ground and their impact on the communities they are intended to serve.

The PRP can be accessed online at https://tinyurl.com/PRP2022-2026.

13/08/2026

EMPOWERING CTECs in REGION VI | DILG Region VI continues to strengthen its support for Technical-Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and the Community Training and Employment Coordinators (CTECs) as DILG VI Regional Director Juan Jovian E. Ingeniero, CESO III joined the Regional LGU-Led TVET Orientation and CTECs Forum of TESDA Region VI.

In his message of support, RD Jovian emphasized the importance of an LGU-led approach in addressing the evolving skills needs of communities and ensuring that workforce development responds to the realities on the ground.

“Our LGUs know their communities best. They know where the opportunities are, what industries are growing, and what skills their people need. Kaya mahalaga ang LGU-led approach—because skills development becomes more responsive when it is grounded in the realities of our communities.”

The activity also highlighted TESDA's Train LOKAL Program, which empowers LGUs to identify local skills needs, coordinate appropriate interventions, and connect training opportunities with actual employment and livelihood prospects.

RD Jovian likewise recognized the vital role of LGU-designated CTECs as bridges connecting LGUs, TESDA, and other stakeholders—helping ensure that skills development becomes an integral part of the local development agenda.

Through stronger collaboration, DILG Region VI remains committed to supporting LGUs and TESDA Region VI in creating more responsive skills development programs, expanding opportunities, and helping our communities build a workforce that is ready for the opportunities of today and tomorrow.



For more information about the programs and projects of DILG Region 6, visit our official website: https://region6.dilg.gov.ph