BJMP
educates community on dengue prevention
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Dec. 3 -- The Bureau of Jail
Management and Penology (BJMP) in Region-10 has initiated “Health and
Sanitation Info Drive” to the residents of barangay Lumbia, here.
The information drive was part of BJMP-10’s proactive approach in lessening dengue cases in the barangay where the Regional Office and its largest jail facility are located.
“It is important that we prioritize the health of inmates, sanitation of the jail facility and also that of the surrounding communities," said Jail Sr. Supt. Marlon Cornelio Torregue, BJMP-10 Regional Director.
He added, “We make it a point to stress, that as the wet season comes, everyone needs to be vigilant in checking for the presence of stagnant water in the canals, rooftops, potted plants, etc. which could served as a breeding ground for deadly mosquitoes...small steps which could lead us a long way.” (Jeza Mae Sarah Sanchez/BJMP/PIA10)
The information drive was part of BJMP-10’s proactive approach in lessening dengue cases in the barangay where the Regional Office and its largest jail facility are located.
“It is important that we prioritize the health of inmates, sanitation of the jail facility and also that of the surrounding communities," said Jail Sr. Supt. Marlon Cornelio Torregue, BJMP-10 Regional Director.
He added, “We make it a point to stress, that as the wet season comes, everyone needs to be vigilant in checking for the presence of stagnant water in the canals, rooftops, potted plants, etc. which could served as a breeding ground for deadly mosquitoes...small steps which could lead us a long way.” (Jeza Mae Sarah Sanchez/BJMP/PIA10)
211 OFW-dependents in Region 10 take qualifying exams for OWWA scholarship
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Dec. 3 (PIA) -- A total of 211
dependents of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Region 10 took the qualifying
examinations under Education for Development Scholarship Program (EDSP) and
Congressional Migrant Workers Scholarship Program (CMWSP) last month.
The examinations, administered by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), were held simultaneously in four testing centers in the region, namely: Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City; Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute Technology (MSU-IIT) in Iligan City; Central Mindanao University in Musuan, Bukidnon and Misamis Occidental National High School in Oroquieta City.
The EDSP is a scholarship grant open to high school graduating students who are children of OFWs or brothers/sisters of single OFWs, and are below 21 years old and are not recipients of any scholarship award.
The grant offers a four to five year baccalaureate or college degree courses at any accredited colleges or university by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).
Under the EDSP, qualified scholars shall receive a financial assistance amounting to P30,000 per semester. However, the OFW-parent or OFW-brother/sister must be a current or active OWWA member at the time of examination.
The Congressional Migrant Workers Scholarship Program (CMWSP), on the other hand, is a baccalaureate scholarship program funded by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO).
The program shall benefit returning migrant workers or their immediate dependents who intend to pursue courses primarily in the field of science and technology as identified by the DOST.
Passers of the CMWSP examinations area also entitled to P30,000 financial assistance per semester. (OWWA-10/APB/PIA-10)
The examinations, administered by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), were held simultaneously in four testing centers in the region, namely: Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City; Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute Technology (MSU-IIT) in Iligan City; Central Mindanao University in Musuan, Bukidnon and Misamis Occidental National High School in Oroquieta City.
The EDSP is a scholarship grant open to high school graduating students who are children of OFWs or brothers/sisters of single OFWs, and are below 21 years old and are not recipients of any scholarship award.
The grant offers a four to five year baccalaureate or college degree courses at any accredited colleges or university by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).
Under the EDSP, qualified scholars shall receive a financial assistance amounting to P30,000 per semester. However, the OFW-parent or OFW-brother/sister must be a current or active OWWA member at the time of examination.
The Congressional Migrant Workers Scholarship Program (CMWSP), on the other hand, is a baccalaureate scholarship program funded by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO).
The program shall benefit returning migrant workers or their immediate dependents who intend to pursue courses primarily in the field of science and technology as identified by the DOST.
Passers of the CMWSP examinations area also entitled to P30,000 financial assistance per semester. (OWWA-10/APB/PIA-10)
Cagayan De Oro's weather update, a click away via Project NOAH
By Jasper Marie Oblina-Rucat
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Nov. 30 (PIA) -- Residents of
Cagayan de Oro can now view and search the city’s weather updates, rainfall
probabilities or chances of typhoon in real time through NOAH (Nationwide
Operational Assessment on Hazards) website noah.dost.gov.ph.
Dr. Alfredo Mahar Lagmay, Executive Director of Project NOAH said during the one-day training of Project NOAH last November 27 that this project is directed locally.
This development of tools and high-tech weather forecasting instruments are all aimed to make regional, provincial and city levels accessible to weather information in their own locality and respond quicker in times of hazards.
The specialized map found in NOAH website is localized, to give people the right information at the right time, especially during disasters, Dr. Lagmay emphasized.
There are Doppler Radars, LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), Automated Rain Gauges and Automated Weather Stations in various river basins and key areas in the country to detect potential water levels and rainfall about to come. The DREAM component of NOAH has allotted P1.6 Billion for these automated and advanced technologies.
In order to reduce risk of disasters though, an early warning system must be followed said Raymund Ordinario of PAGASA. He explained that the six key elements needed are: technology to detect and monitor hazard; communication systems to alert public; local leaders trained to make right decisions; a public that is educated to react appropriately to warnings; and lastly response protocols such as evacuation plans prior any threat.
The mission of various national government agencies, government owned controlled corporations, local government units, tri-media and new media and the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (DRRMC) now is to disseminate information to the public.
One of the major components of NOAH is the establishment of mobile information brigade. It has partnered with Smart communications and launched Project NOAH Mobile Application October this year. Registered members are able to report a flood, get information of any typhoon or calamity in the country and view the map itself through an android phone.
Project NOAH is the Department of Science and Technology’s (DOST) response to the call of President Benigno S. Aquino III for more accurate, integrated, and responsive disaster prevention and mitigation system, especially in high-risk areas throughout the Philippines. (Jasper Marie Oblina-Rucat/PIA10)
Dr. Alfredo Mahar Lagmay, Executive Director of Project NOAH said during the one-day training of Project NOAH last November 27 that this project is directed locally.
This development of tools and high-tech weather forecasting instruments are all aimed to make regional, provincial and city levels accessible to weather information in their own locality and respond quicker in times of hazards.
The specialized map found in NOAH website is localized, to give people the right information at the right time, especially during disasters, Dr. Lagmay emphasized.
There are Doppler Radars, LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), Automated Rain Gauges and Automated Weather Stations in various river basins and key areas in the country to detect potential water levels and rainfall about to come. The DREAM component of NOAH has allotted P1.6 Billion for these automated and advanced technologies.
In order to reduce risk of disasters though, an early warning system must be followed said Raymund Ordinario of PAGASA. He explained that the six key elements needed are: technology to detect and monitor hazard; communication systems to alert public; local leaders trained to make right decisions; a public that is educated to react appropriately to warnings; and lastly response protocols such as evacuation plans prior any threat.
The mission of various national government agencies, government owned controlled corporations, local government units, tri-media and new media and the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (DRRMC) now is to disseminate information to the public.
One of the major components of NOAH is the establishment of mobile information brigade. It has partnered with Smart communications and launched Project NOAH Mobile Application October this year. Registered members are able to report a flood, get information of any typhoon or calamity in the country and view the map itself through an android phone.
Project NOAH is the Department of Science and Technology’s (DOST) response to the call of President Benigno S. Aquino III for more accurate, integrated, and responsive disaster prevention and mitigation system, especially in high-risk areas throughout the Philippines. (Jasper Marie Oblina-Rucat/PIA10)
News feature: Don't overindulge this Christmas season
ILIGAN CITY, Lanao del Norte, Nov 30 (PIA) - -If
there is a time of the year that you allow yourself to relax and forget about
strict diet and constant work-out trips to the gym, it’s the coming festive
season.
It’s when you are already winding down towards the end of the working year and gearing up for the holiday season. There are lots of parties to attend, fruit cakes to nibble and Noche Buena leftovers to enjoy, all the while relaxing in the cool breeze.
While thinking of stringing all those festivities, remember to limit the days when you overeat to avoid over-indulgence. Here are some strategies to pacify your holiday pangs: Have a healthy snack before you go to a party or function. Filling foods such as sandwiches or a bowl of cereal is a good idea.
At a party, quench your thirst with a glass of water instead of a high-calorie alcoholic or soft drink.
Enjoy one or two small treats so you don’t feel deprived but don’t go back for third and fourth servings. If you overfill your plate, you are more likely to eat a much larger portion than usual, so go easy!
Also, take into account your feeling of fullness. Don’t keep nibbling just because food is there. Position yourself away from the buffet table. This will prevent you from grabbing small servings every now and then.
Lastly, if you are the host, encourage guests to take home leftovers so you are not tempted to over-indulge the following day.
Finally, here are some tips on how to effortlessly burn few calories this season while having fun:
Go window Christmas shopping! Walking around in a large mall or shopping center makes for great activity and fun. You just can’t get a better activity combination!
Do the standard. Park your vehicle a few meters from the building and walk. Yes, it’s an old tip but still one of the best. Use the stairs instead of the elevators and escalators.
Wrap those packages! And once yours are all bundled up, volunteer to wrap some more.
Bake some home-made holiday bread. It’s a great exercise due to the kneading of the bread and a great personalized gift, too!
Invite friends and go caroling. A brisk walk along the neighborhood gives you and your friends a great workout.
The festive season is upon us once again, and for most of us, this means excessive eating, drinking, and missing daily exercise routines. These are easy tips to remember that can be summed up in four words: variety, moderation, balance and activity. Eat a variety of food and balance it with correct portions from each of the food groups. Just eat enough, not in excess or lack. By keeping these tips in mind, you will be sure to have a merrier holiday season. (Victor J. Alfonso, Jr.,FNRI-DOST S&T Media Service/ PIA10-LDN)
It’s when you are already winding down towards the end of the working year and gearing up for the holiday season. There are lots of parties to attend, fruit cakes to nibble and Noche Buena leftovers to enjoy, all the while relaxing in the cool breeze.
While thinking of stringing all those festivities, remember to limit the days when you overeat to avoid over-indulgence. Here are some strategies to pacify your holiday pangs: Have a healthy snack before you go to a party or function. Filling foods such as sandwiches or a bowl of cereal is a good idea.
At a party, quench your thirst with a glass of water instead of a high-calorie alcoholic or soft drink.
Enjoy one or two small treats so you don’t feel deprived but don’t go back for third and fourth servings. If you overfill your plate, you are more likely to eat a much larger portion than usual, so go easy!
Also, take into account your feeling of fullness. Don’t keep nibbling just because food is there. Position yourself away from the buffet table. This will prevent you from grabbing small servings every now and then.
Lastly, if you are the host, encourage guests to take home leftovers so you are not tempted to over-indulge the following day.
Finally, here are some tips on how to effortlessly burn few calories this season while having fun:
Go window Christmas shopping! Walking around in a large mall or shopping center makes for great activity and fun. You just can’t get a better activity combination!
Do the standard. Park your vehicle a few meters from the building and walk. Yes, it’s an old tip but still one of the best. Use the stairs instead of the elevators and escalators.
Wrap those packages! And once yours are all bundled up, volunteer to wrap some more.
Bake some home-made holiday bread. It’s a great exercise due to the kneading of the bread and a great personalized gift, too!
Invite friends and go caroling. A brisk walk along the neighborhood gives you and your friends a great workout.
The festive season is upon us once again, and for most of us, this means excessive eating, drinking, and missing daily exercise routines. These are easy tips to remember that can be summed up in four words: variety, moderation, balance and activity. Eat a variety of food and balance it with correct portions from each of the food groups. Just eat enough, not in excess or lack. By keeping these tips in mind, you will be sure to have a merrier holiday season. (Victor J. Alfonso, Jr.,FNRI-DOST S&T Media Service/ PIA10-LDN)
MOCAN hosts World AIDS Day Poster-Making Contest
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Nov. 30 (PIA) -- The Misamis
Oriental-Cagayan de Oro AIDS Network in coordination with the City Health
Office held a poster-making contest in observance of the World AIDS Day at the
City Tourism Hall.
Seven students from Lumbia National High School, Capitol University Basic Education, Gusa Regional Science High School, Cagayan de Oro National high School, Lourdes College High School, Corpus Christi School and Agusan National High School competed in the competition. The contest was open for all public and private high schools in the city.
Dr. Joey Retuya, Social Hygienic Clinic-STI/HIV and AIDS Surveillance Officer of City Health Office said the activity is conducted to “give correct information on how HIV/AIDS is transmitted and prevented.”
With this year’s theme, “Getting to Zero,” the posters should be able to highlight the three targets of the Department of Health namely, Zero New HIV infections, Zero discrimination and Zero related to HIV/AIDS death.
The contest was limited to 25 participants who were required to use oil pastel only and 18X22 inch illustration board.
Announcement of the winners will be held on December 1, 2012 during the culminating activity of the celebration at Kiosko Kagawasan, 2:00p.m. (Recthie T. Paculba/PIA10)
Seven students from Lumbia National High School, Capitol University Basic Education, Gusa Regional Science High School, Cagayan de Oro National high School, Lourdes College High School, Corpus Christi School and Agusan National High School competed in the competition. The contest was open for all public and private high schools in the city.
Dr. Joey Retuya, Social Hygienic Clinic-STI/HIV and AIDS Surveillance Officer of City Health Office said the activity is conducted to “give correct information on how HIV/AIDS is transmitted and prevented.”
With this year’s theme, “Getting to Zero,” the posters should be able to highlight the three targets of the Department of Health namely, Zero New HIV infections, Zero discrimination and Zero related to HIV/AIDS death.
The contest was limited to 25 participants who were required to use oil pastel only and 18X22 inch illustration board.
Announcement of the winners will be held on December 1, 2012 during the culminating activity of the celebration at Kiosko Kagawasan, 2:00p.m. (Recthie T. Paculba/PIA10)
Misamis Occidental schools celebrate “Araw ng Pagbasa”
By Rutchie C. Aguhob
A simultaneous reading was conducted by the Misamis
Occidental School Division (MOSD), Department of Education (DepEd), last Nov.
27, to celebrate the national “Araw ng Pagbasa” (National Day of Reading).
Done in the school level by all of MOSD’s 16 districts, the activity with the theme: “Nasa Pagbabasa ang Pag-Asa” (There is Hope in Reading), served as the culmination of the National Reading Month (NRM) of November, MOSD Superintendent Jonathan S. Dela Peňa said.
Every November, DepEd leads the whole nation in the celebration of the NRM, in support of the 10-Point Education Agenda of the Aquino Administration to promote the Every Child a Reader Program (ECARP).
The celebration aims to commemorate the birth anniversary of the late Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino, Jr., who was born on Nov. 27, 1932 and his ardent love for reading.
President Benigno S. Aquino III led the story-telling time with Grade V pupils of the Teodora Alonzo Elementary School in Project 4, Quezon City on November 27.
Meanwhile, in his DepEd Memorandum No. 182, s. of 2012, Education Secretary Armin A. Luistro has enjoined the school administrators and other DepEd officials to hold a nationwide synchronized story-telling with the President in their respective schools.
On the other hand, the activity was done before a group of pupils and students, who were considered beginning readers in the elementary and development readers in high school of MOSD to emphasize the importance of reading.
Stories written in their own mother tongue were used to emphasize local culture tradition and local government official were invited to participate in the activity, added SDS Dela Peňa said.
Last year, Secretary Luistro led the nationwide simultaneous story-telling sessions on Nov. 25, 2011, a Friday, two days before Nov. 27, a Sunday.
Luistro said Araw ng Pagbabasa aims to motivate reading among our children, communicators, educators and leaders and make reading a fun and shared physical experience.
“By promoting reading, especially on the topics involving Ninoy and our heritage, we are building a foundation for learning and love of country,” Luistro also said. (RCAguhob/PIA10-Misamis Occidental)
Done in the school level by all of MOSD’s 16 districts, the activity with the theme: “Nasa Pagbabasa ang Pag-Asa” (There is Hope in Reading), served as the culmination of the National Reading Month (NRM) of November, MOSD Superintendent Jonathan S. Dela Peňa said.
Every November, DepEd leads the whole nation in the celebration of the NRM, in support of the 10-Point Education Agenda of the Aquino Administration to promote the Every Child a Reader Program (ECARP).
The celebration aims to commemorate the birth anniversary of the late Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino, Jr., who was born on Nov. 27, 1932 and his ardent love for reading.
President Benigno S. Aquino III led the story-telling time with Grade V pupils of the Teodora Alonzo Elementary School in Project 4, Quezon City on November 27.
Meanwhile, in his DepEd Memorandum No. 182, s. of 2012, Education Secretary Armin A. Luistro has enjoined the school administrators and other DepEd officials to hold a nationwide synchronized story-telling with the President in their respective schools.
On the other hand, the activity was done before a group of pupils and students, who were considered beginning readers in the elementary and development readers in high school of MOSD to emphasize the importance of reading.
Stories written in their own mother tongue were used to emphasize local culture tradition and local government official were invited to participate in the activity, added SDS Dela Peňa said.
Last year, Secretary Luistro led the nationwide simultaneous story-telling sessions on Nov. 25, 2011, a Friday, two days before Nov. 27, a Sunday.
Luistro said Araw ng Pagbabasa aims to motivate reading among our children, communicators, educators and leaders and make reading a fun and shared physical experience.
“By promoting reading, especially on the topics involving Ninoy and our heritage, we are building a foundation for learning and love of country,” Luistro also said. (RCAguhob/PIA10-Misamis Occidental)
Misamis Occidental PNP plant rubber trees in Tudela
By Rutchie C. Aguhob
TUDELA, Misamis Occidental, Nov. 30 (PIA) -- Some
100 members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) from the different
municipal police stations in Misamis Occidental participated in the
tree-planting activities in Barangay Gala, Tudela town, this province,
recently.
The activity was an off-shot of the resolution passed by Sangguniang Panalalawigan (SP) Board Member Lelit Yape of the First District encouraging the PNP and other groups involved in the maintenance of peace and order in the province.
The activity aims to reforest the mountain areas of the barangay which has been greatly denuded and to prevent landslides to occur that threatens the lives of the inhabitants who are mostly Indigenous People (IP) in the area.
As can be recalled, the advocacy of the PNP Director General Nicanor Bartolome is for the PNP to plant 10 Million Trees in 10 years under the “Pulis Makakalikasan: 10 Milyong Puno Pamana sa Kinabukasan.”
P/Sr. Supt. Dennis Lingat Basngi, Provincial Director of the Misamis Occidental Provincial Police Office (PPO) said the activity supports the National Greening Program (NGP) of President Benigno S. Aquino III, through the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
Meanwhile, Board Member Yape has thanked the Misamis Occidental PPO for responding to her resolution and hopes that the rubber tree-planting activity can help a lot to the Subanens’ who live in the area.
She also thanked Governor Herminia M. Ramiro, the other SP members headed by Vice-Governor Henry Oaminal and all the barangay chieftains of the province headed by Virginia Almonte, President of the Associated Barangay Captains (ABC) of the province for their support.
On the other hand, she asked all those who sacrificed to climb the mountainous area of Gala just to plant the rubber trees, as she also aked all Misamisnons to plant trees even in their own backyards for the protection of the environment. (Jopat D. Nano/RCAguhob/PIA10-Misamis Occidental)
The activity was an off-shot of the resolution passed by Sangguniang Panalalawigan (SP) Board Member Lelit Yape of the First District encouraging the PNP and other groups involved in the maintenance of peace and order in the province.
The activity aims to reforest the mountain areas of the barangay which has been greatly denuded and to prevent landslides to occur that threatens the lives of the inhabitants who are mostly Indigenous People (IP) in the area.
As can be recalled, the advocacy of the PNP Director General Nicanor Bartolome is for the PNP to plant 10 Million Trees in 10 years under the “Pulis Makakalikasan: 10 Milyong Puno Pamana sa Kinabukasan.”
P/Sr. Supt. Dennis Lingat Basngi, Provincial Director of the Misamis Occidental Provincial Police Office (PPO) said the activity supports the National Greening Program (NGP) of President Benigno S. Aquino III, through the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
Meanwhile, Board Member Yape has thanked the Misamis Occidental PPO for responding to her resolution and hopes that the rubber tree-planting activity can help a lot to the Subanens’ who live in the area.
She also thanked Governor Herminia M. Ramiro, the other SP members headed by Vice-Governor Henry Oaminal and all the barangay chieftains of the province headed by Virginia Almonte, President of the Associated Barangay Captains (ABC) of the province for their support.
On the other hand, she asked all those who sacrificed to climb the mountainous area of Gala just to plant the rubber trees, as she also aked all Misamisnons to plant trees even in their own backyards for the protection of the environment. (Jopat D. Nano/RCAguhob/PIA10-Misamis Occidental)
DILG conducts training for Agus River Basin development
By Recthie T. Paculba
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Nov. 30 (PIA) -- The
Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) in partnership with the
Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration
(PAGASA) and Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) conducted their third Regional
Forum on Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation: A Collaboration
Workshop for the Agus River Basin held in Cagayan de Oro, Nov. 26.
City and municipal mayors, sanggunian members, punong barangays and local functionaries of the province of Lanao del Norte, specifically the municipalities of Pantao Ragat, Baloi, Linamon, Matungao, Pantar and Iligan City, and the province of Lanao del Sur graced the event.
DILG Regional Director Rene Burdeos said the workshop aims to harmonize initiatives towards Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) mainstreaming in Local Governance.
It is also conducted to define common issues and challenges that can be addressed thru local multi-stakeholders partnerships and to plan for critical next steps that can be undertaken towards common goals for disaster risk reduction.
At the end of the day, participants are expected to have a common agenda to be prioritized and addressed in terms of indispensability, urgency and achievability.
The Department also aims for the establishment of areas of complementation among interest groups and key stakeholders, strengthened management structure and institutional arrangement of resources required to support the implementation of various activities that will be identified and to earn commitment for an intensive and collaborated approach for CCA-DRRM in the river basin.
With the aim to harmonize initiatives among stakeholders and give necessary facts about disaster, Anianita R. Fortich, PAGASA Social Weather Specialist, discussed the hydrometeorological hazards or the dangers of the transfer of water and energy between the land surface and the lower atmosphere.
She mentioned that among the weather systems that people should be aware of are thunderstorms, monsoons, cold front or the meeting of warm and cool air, Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and tropical cyclones. Ways to prevent damages due to lightning were also highlighted in her discussion.
Osin Sinsuat, Jr. of MGB on the other hand, tackled the geological hazards and mitigating measures which are very essential in responding to disaster or calamity.
Profile and situationer of the Agus River basin was also presented in the workshop by Romeo Manzan of MGB-ARMM.
After the discussion on mobilizing networks and building alliances towards a pro-active river basin by Provincial Director Carmelo Enrique Libot of DILG-Lanao del Norte, the participants were tasked to craft the roadmap towards creating a dynamic river specifically on management mechanism, governance structure, financing scheme and performance evaluation. (Recthie T. Paculba/PIA10)
City and municipal mayors, sanggunian members, punong barangays and local functionaries of the province of Lanao del Norte, specifically the municipalities of Pantao Ragat, Baloi, Linamon, Matungao, Pantar and Iligan City, and the province of Lanao del Sur graced the event.
DILG Regional Director Rene Burdeos said the workshop aims to harmonize initiatives towards Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) mainstreaming in Local Governance.
It is also conducted to define common issues and challenges that can be addressed thru local multi-stakeholders partnerships and to plan for critical next steps that can be undertaken towards common goals for disaster risk reduction.
At the end of the day, participants are expected to have a common agenda to be prioritized and addressed in terms of indispensability, urgency and achievability.
The Department also aims for the establishment of areas of complementation among interest groups and key stakeholders, strengthened management structure and institutional arrangement of resources required to support the implementation of various activities that will be identified and to earn commitment for an intensive and collaborated approach for CCA-DRRM in the river basin.
With the aim to harmonize initiatives among stakeholders and give necessary facts about disaster, Anianita R. Fortich, PAGASA Social Weather Specialist, discussed the hydrometeorological hazards or the dangers of the transfer of water and energy between the land surface and the lower atmosphere.
She mentioned that among the weather systems that people should be aware of are thunderstorms, monsoons, cold front or the meeting of warm and cool air, Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and tropical cyclones. Ways to prevent damages due to lightning were also highlighted in her discussion.
Osin Sinsuat, Jr. of MGB on the other hand, tackled the geological hazards and mitigating measures which are very essential in responding to disaster or calamity.
Profile and situationer of the Agus River basin was also presented in the workshop by Romeo Manzan of MGB-ARMM.
After the discussion on mobilizing networks and building alliances towards a pro-active river basin by Provincial Director Carmelo Enrique Libot of DILG-Lanao del Norte, the participants were tasked to craft the roadmap towards creating a dynamic river specifically on management mechanism, governance structure, financing scheme and performance evaluation. (Recthie T. Paculba/PIA10)
Fifty eight former rebels receive cash assistance from OPAPP
By Ruby Leonora R. Balistoy
MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon, Nov. 29 (PIA) -- Fifty
eight former rebels received cash assistance of P2.9 million from the Office of
the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP) during the recent
provincial government’s formal assembly at the Kaamulan Theater.
Magss Barrios, Regional Coordinator, OPAPP 10, said each qualified former rebel (FR) beneficiary received P50,000 from OPAPP’s Social Integration Program (SIP).
“SIP involves the management of forces, arms, and ammunition of former rebels as well as their transition into civilian life,” Barrios said.
The 58 FR beneficiaries are part of the 276 former members of the New People’s Army (NPA) who surrendered several years ago. They are residents of Malaybalay City, Talakag, Manolo Fortich, and Cabanglasan towns.
The army’s 403rd Infantry Brigade in Bukidnon has increased cooperation since it acknowledged the contribution of each government agency, civil society organization, and even local community, as evidenced by some 276 former members of the New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered in Bukidnon since July 2010.
While lauding the army’s achievement, Governor Alex P. Calingasan has shelled P3.4 million for the reintegration of the former rebels, with the latest, the surrender of 45 persons reported to be NPA members formally turned over to the provincial government.
The governor also said former rebels have been enrolled in the Provincial Livelihood Program.
The SIP aims to benefit former rebels and their dependents who wish to reenter or reintegrate into mainstream society.
“The program further reconciles former rebels with their respective families and communities, as well as creates opportunities for change so that they become productive citizens in society,” Barrios said. (RLRB/PIA 10, Bukidnon)
Magss Barrios, Regional Coordinator, OPAPP 10, said each qualified former rebel (FR) beneficiary received P50,000 from OPAPP’s Social Integration Program (SIP).
“SIP involves the management of forces, arms, and ammunition of former rebels as well as their transition into civilian life,” Barrios said.
The 58 FR beneficiaries are part of the 276 former members of the New People’s Army (NPA) who surrendered several years ago. They are residents of Malaybalay City, Talakag, Manolo Fortich, and Cabanglasan towns.
The army’s 403rd Infantry Brigade in Bukidnon has increased cooperation since it acknowledged the contribution of each government agency, civil society organization, and even local community, as evidenced by some 276 former members of the New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered in Bukidnon since July 2010.
While lauding the army’s achievement, Governor Alex P. Calingasan has shelled P3.4 million for the reintegration of the former rebels, with the latest, the surrender of 45 persons reported to be NPA members formally turned over to the provincial government.
The governor also said former rebels have been enrolled in the Provincial Livelihood Program.
The SIP aims to benefit former rebels and their dependents who wish to reenter or reintegrate into mainstream society.
“The program further reconciles former rebels with their respective families and communities, as well as creates opportunities for change so that they become productive citizens in society,” Barrios said. (RLRB/PIA 10, Bukidnon)
Army holds Gender and Development Awareness Orientation Seminar
CAMP EVANGELISTA, Cagayan de Oro City, Nov. 29 --
The 4th Infantry “Diamond” Division conducted Gender Awareness and Development
Orientation Seminar at the Division’s Clubhouse on November 27.
The purpose of Gender and Development Awareness Orientation Seminar is to raise awareness on equality and promote adherence to uphold human rights. Every soldier and civilian employee must undergo this to be gender-sensitive and have a common understanding of what gender and development is all about.
Colonel Victor A. Gealan, 4ID assistant chief of staff for personnel, welcomed the participants and told them to take advantage of the opportunity to learn or enhance their learning on gender and development.
The activity was participated by the personnel officers, sergeant majors, and personnel NCOs from the brigades, battalions, posts, tenants, and operational-controlled units.
Lieutenant Colonel Alvin M. Caga, acting chief of staff, said this seminar enhances the respect to individuals regardless of the sex and status.
There were also lectures on the use of non-sexist language in our formal communication, magna-carta for women, and gender sensitivity (men and women more alike than different).
Major General Nestor A. Añonuevo AFP, commander, “With the development of our society, it is high time that we give our soldiers this kind of seminar, they will be aware of the social norms that may hinder or may promote the development of their potential as a human being.”
“As soldiers, we are committed to uphold equality anchored on the principle of the basic human rights of everyone. It is an opportunity for every Diamond soldier to be aware of the foregoing laws, statutes and directives of our government and organization to uphold equality and recognition of men and women as partners in nation building,” Major General Añonuevo said. (4ID/PA/PIA10)
The purpose of Gender and Development Awareness Orientation Seminar is to raise awareness on equality and promote adherence to uphold human rights. Every soldier and civilian employee must undergo this to be gender-sensitive and have a common understanding of what gender and development is all about.
Colonel Victor A. Gealan, 4ID assistant chief of staff for personnel, welcomed the participants and told them to take advantage of the opportunity to learn or enhance their learning on gender and development.
The activity was participated by the personnel officers, sergeant majors, and personnel NCOs from the brigades, battalions, posts, tenants, and operational-controlled units.
Lieutenant Colonel Alvin M. Caga, acting chief of staff, said this seminar enhances the respect to individuals regardless of the sex and status.
There were also lectures on the use of non-sexist language in our formal communication, magna-carta for women, and gender sensitivity (men and women more alike than different).
Major General Nestor A. Añonuevo AFP, commander, “With the development of our society, it is high time that we give our soldiers this kind of seminar, they will be aware of the social norms that may hinder or may promote the development of their potential as a human being.”
“As soldiers, we are committed to uphold equality anchored on the principle of the basic human rights of everyone. It is an opportunity for every Diamond soldier to be aware of the foregoing laws, statutes and directives of our government and organization to uphold equality and recognition of men and women as partners in nation building,” Major General Añonuevo said. (4ID/PA/PIA10)
World Aids Day kicks off in Northern Mindanao
By Recthie T. Paculba
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Nov 29 (PIA) -- The Department
of Health, in partnership with the City Health Office and Misamis
Oriental-Cagayan de Oro AIDS Network (Mocan), conducted a press conference to
celebrate World Aids Day here on November 27.
During the conference, DOH presented the diagnosed cases of AIDS in the country as well as in the region. About 316 cases were reported in September 2012 throughout the country, 304, males and only 12 females. Based on their studies, the 20-29 age group has the most number of cases consisting 57 percent of the total number of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHIV).
In Region 10, there are 88 diagnosed HIV/AIDS cases with the following breakdown based on geographic location: Bukidnon-six, Camiguin-one, Lanao del Norte-19, Misamis Occidental-1,0 and Misamis Oriental-52.
According to Dr. Joey Retuya, AIDS surveillance officer, at least one HIV/AIDS case is reported in the region every week.
Furthermore, only 29 out of 88 PLHIV came to their office and sought treatment. The local government sent them to Davao for further examination and medication.
Councilor Dante Pajo, Local AIDS council member, on the other hand, said that the local government is currently providing free medication to PLHIV since they have found out that “there is no cure (to HIV/AIDS) but there is a treatment.”
To foster the government’s efforts in getting zero HIV/AIDS cases, Retuya shared that they provide access to confidential counseling, provide condoms, and increase prevention efforts to the public. To ultimately address this issue, “We should change our behavior,” Retuya said.
When asked on government’s plans in monitoring the cases in the region, Michael Jesus Mahinay, project officer, ALAGAD- Min. Inc. said that there is a rapid assessment of vulnerability in Region 10 and they are conducting it in Camiguin, Iligan, Bukidnon, and Misamis Occident.
Fritzie C. Estoque, Mocan chairperson and director of Liceo Center for Community Development, encouraged the public to be more sensitive to PLHIV saying, “Let us not be concerned of the person but on the health condition (they are in) and what we can do to help the person.”
To prevent from getting HIV and AIDS, Retuya encouraged everyone to do the ABCDE actions: Abstain from sex, Be mutually faithful with partner, Careful sex, consistent and correct use of condom, Do away with illegal drugs especially injecting drugs and Education and seek for early diagnosis.
DOH and their partner agencies will be holding different activities in lieu of World AIDS day celebration and the culminating activity will be held on December 1 at Kiosko Kauswagan. (Recthie T. Paculba-PIA10)
During the conference, DOH presented the diagnosed cases of AIDS in the country as well as in the region. About 316 cases were reported in September 2012 throughout the country, 304, males and only 12 females. Based on their studies, the 20-29 age group has the most number of cases consisting 57 percent of the total number of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHIV).
In Region 10, there are 88 diagnosed HIV/AIDS cases with the following breakdown based on geographic location: Bukidnon-six, Camiguin-one, Lanao del Norte-19, Misamis Occidental-1,0 and Misamis Oriental-52.
According to Dr. Joey Retuya, AIDS surveillance officer, at least one HIV/AIDS case is reported in the region every week.
Furthermore, only 29 out of 88 PLHIV came to their office and sought treatment. The local government sent them to Davao for further examination and medication.
Councilor Dante Pajo, Local AIDS council member, on the other hand, said that the local government is currently providing free medication to PLHIV since they have found out that “there is no cure (to HIV/AIDS) but there is a treatment.”
To foster the government’s efforts in getting zero HIV/AIDS cases, Retuya shared that they provide access to confidential counseling, provide condoms, and increase prevention efforts to the public. To ultimately address this issue, “We should change our behavior,” Retuya said.
When asked on government’s plans in monitoring the cases in the region, Michael Jesus Mahinay, project officer, ALAGAD- Min. Inc. said that there is a rapid assessment of vulnerability in Region 10 and they are conducting it in Camiguin, Iligan, Bukidnon, and Misamis Occident.
Fritzie C. Estoque, Mocan chairperson and director of Liceo Center for Community Development, encouraged the public to be more sensitive to PLHIV saying, “Let us not be concerned of the person but on the health condition (they are in) and what we can do to help the person.”
To prevent from getting HIV and AIDS, Retuya encouraged everyone to do the ABCDE actions: Abstain from sex, Be mutually faithful with partner, Careful sex, consistent and correct use of condom, Do away with illegal drugs especially injecting drugs and Education and seek for early diagnosis.
DOH and their partner agencies will be holding different activities in lieu of World AIDS day celebration and the culminating activity will be held on December 1 at Kiosko Kauswagan. (Recthie T. Paculba-PIA10)
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