MSWDO Santa Catalina

21/08/2026

📍📍Project LAWA at BINHI in Municipality of Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental commence its implementation for CY 2026. An orientation through Cash Training was conducted on August 19-20 as stage 1 covering the following modules:

📌 DSWD
- Project background, guidelines and its implementation processes.
- Roles and responsibilities of officers and members.
- Basic Financial Literacy

📌MAO
- Farm inputs, techniques and strategies

The activity was participated in by 250 partner beneficiaries from six (6) upland barangays of the municipality. The training was facilitated by Municipal Social Welfare and Development Officer Ms. Eileen Marie G. Colasising.

Our sincere appreciation to the resource persons who shared their valuable knowledge and expertise:

👩‍💼 DSWD Field Office VII: Ms. Irene D. Montejo
🌾 MAO: Ms. Keela Bucita and Mr. Paul Jabalde

Through this initiative, beneficiaries are empowered with knowledge on financial management, disaster preparedness, and sustainable agricultural practices—helping build stronger, more resilient, and self-reliant communities.
Together, we continue to strengthen communities and promote sustainable livelihoods through Project LAWA at BINHI. 🌱💚

18/07/2026

📍📍Coastal Clean-Up Activity held as part of the Nutrition Month Celebration.

The activity encouraged participants to work together in preserving the cleanliness of our coastal areas, recognizing that a clean environment is essential to a healthy and sustainable community. Together, we continue to protect our natural resources and promote a cleaner environment and a healthier future for everyone.

07/03/2026

📌📌 March 5, 2026 – The Team LAWA at BINHI successfully conducted its Monitoring and Second Evaluation Activity with the beneficiaries of Project LAWA at BINHI in Barangay Amio, Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental.

Project LAWA at BINHI continues to move forward with dedication and purpose, ensuring that no community is left behind in building a safer, more resilient, and sustainable future.

26/02/2026

✨Team LAWA at BINHI conducted a monitoring and evaluation activity with the beneficiaries of Project LAWA at BINHI in Barangay Obat, Municipality of Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental.

The visit aimed to ensure the proper and transparent implementation of the project, assess its progress, and further strengthen ongoing efforts toward building climate resilience and promoting sustainable livelihoods within the community.

“Lawa para sa Komunidad, Binhi para sa Mas Maayong Kaugmaon.”

25/02/2026

✨✨ Team LGU Santa Catalina, in coordination with the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO), Municipal Agriculture Office (MAO), Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), and the Office of the Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator (MPDC), together with the support of the Barangay Officials, conducted a monitoring and second evaluation of the ongoing Cash-for-Work activities under Project LAWA at BINHI in Barangay Alangilan, Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental.

The team extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Barangay Kagawad for their active participation and valuable support in ensuring the smooth and successful implementation of the activity.

This monitoring activity was carried out to ensure the proper and transparent implementation of the program, assess the progress of ongoing initiatives, and identify areas for further improvement—aligned with the project’s goal of strengthening climate resilience and promoting sustainable livelihoods among the beneficiaries.

25/02/2026

📌📌 February 20, 2026 – The Team LAWA at BINHI successfully carried out its Monitoring and Second Evaluation Activity with the beneficiaries of Project LAWA at BINHI in Barangay Manalongon, Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental.

Project LAWA at BINHI continues to move forward with dedication and purpose, ensuring that no community is left behind in building a safer and more sustainable future.

25/02/2026

📌📌February 14, 2026 – On Valentine’s Day, Team LAWA at BINHI conducted its monitoring and second evaluation activity with the beneficiaries of Project LAWA at BINHI in Barangay San Miguel, Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental.

The activity aimed to ensure proper implementation, assess progress, and identify areas for improvement. Working closely with beneficiaries, the team gathered feedback and addressed initial challenges.

More than a monitoring visit, it reflected our commitment to strengthening climate resilience and promoting sustainable livelihoods—reminding us that genuine love is best shown through service and action.

19/01/2026

13/01/2026

A total of 191 qualified indigent solo parents received financial assistance covering the period from January to December 2025, held on January 12, 2025, at the Barangay Poblacion Covered Court.

The distribution was successfully led by our dedicated social workers, headed by Ms. Eileen Marie Colasisang, Acting MSWDO, together with the MSWDO personnel, ensuring an organized and smooth implementation of the program aimed at supporting and empowering indigent solo parents in the municipality.

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21/11/2025

Team LAWA at BINHI conducted a monitoring and evaluation activity with the beneficiaries of Project LAWA at BINHI in Barangay Caigangan Municipality of Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental.

This visit aimed to ensure the proper implementation of the project, assess its progress, and further strengthen ongoing efforts toward building climate resilience and promoting sustainable livelihoods for the community.
“Lawa para sa Komunidad, Binhi para sa Mas Maayong Kaugmaon.”