13/06/2026
PNP, NAPC LAUNCH PROJECT INVINCIBLE; 193 FORMER REBELS IN CAGAYAN RECEIVE GOVERNMENT AID
The Philippine National Police, under the leadership of PGEN Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., joined the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) and partner government agencies in launching PROJECT INVINCIBLE and facilitating the distribution of government assistance to 193 former rebels, now recognized as Peace Advocates, during a reintegration and livelihood support program held on June 9, 2026, at the 2nd Cagayan Provincial Mobile Force Company Headquarters in Pamplona, Cagayan.
The initiative highlighted the governmentโs continuing commitment to sustaining peace and promoting inclusive development by providing former rebels with opportunities to rebuild their lives and become productive members of their communities.
The program was graced by NAPC Secretary Lope B. Santos III, who served as the Guest of Honor and Speaker, with the participation of officials from the Police Regional Office 2, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Department of Agriculture, National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict, Provincial Government of Cagayan, and the 2nd Cagayan PMFC.
Central to the program was the launch of PROJECT INVINCIBLE (Innovation for Nurturing Hope and Valuing Every Friendโs Rescued and Integration into Society for New Beginnings; Collaboration with Government Agencies to Instill Discipline and Build Community Partnerships; and Leadership with Integrity to Empower for Lasting Peace and Transformation), a convergence mechanism designed to strengthen the reintegration of former rebels through coordinated government interventions and community-based support programs.
As part of the assistance package, the 193 Peace Advocates each received financial assistance amounting to PHP10,000.00 from the Department of Social Welfare and Development, along with agricultural seeds distributed by the Department of Agriculture to support livelihood and food production initiatives.
The successful implementation of the program underscores the collective efforts of NAPC, PRO2, DSWD, DA, NTF-ELCAC, the Provincial Government of Cagayan, and the 2nd Cagayan PMFC in advancing lasting peace, social inclusion, and sustainable development across the province.
The activity likewise reflects the PNP Focused Agenda, a strategic framework for institutional transformation aimed at making police service more responsive, trusted, and community-centered. Among its key priorities is Active Community Support, which promotes stronger collaboration between law enforcement, local communities, and partner agencies in fostering peace, development, and national unity.
PGEN Nartatez emphasized the significance of empowering former rebels through sustained government intervention and community partnership.
โPeace is strengthened when people are given real opportunities to rebuild their lives, contribute to their communities, and become partners in nation-building. Programs that support reintegration help transform former conflict areas into communities of growth and progress,โ said PGEN Nartatez.
He further stressed the importance of unity in sustaining the gains of peace initiatives.
โAng tunay na kapayapaan ay nakakamit kapag ang naligaw ng landas ay nabibigyan ng bagong simula para maging katuwang sa pag-unlad ng komunidad. Patuloy nating palalakasin ang pagtutulungan ng pamahalaan at mamamayan upang mapanatili ang kapayapaan sa bawat lugar,โ PGEN Nartatez said.
The Chief PNP also commended the partner agencies and local stakeholders whose collaborative efforts made the initiative possible.
โSuccessful reintegration programs demonstrate that lasting peace requires a whole-of-government and whole-of-community approach. By working together, we create pathways for reconciliation, development, and a more secure future for every Filipino,โ he said.
โKapag sama-sama ang pamahalaan at komunidad sa pagtulong sa mga nais magbagong-buhay, mas nagiging matatag ang pundasyon ng kapayapaan. Ang bawat pagkakataong ibinibigay natin ay hakbang tungo sa mas maayos at mas mapayapang lipunan,โ he added.
As the PNP continues to support peacebuilding efforts, strengthen community partnerships, and promote programs that encourage reconciliation and inclusive development under the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., it continues to assure the public of โBagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong mabilis, tapat, at nararamdaman.โ
(PNP-PIO)
