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𝗗𝗜𝗟𝗚 𝗠𝗖 𝗡𝗼. 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲-𝟬𝟮𝟭 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗞 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀, 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗕𝗦𝗞 𝗣𝗙𝗥𝗗𝘀) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗞 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗞 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆/𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺, 𝗜𝗻 𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗦𝗞𝗘 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

READ HERE: https://tinyurl.com/2r2nxz5c

READ | VAWC Is a Crime Against the Public, Not a Private Matter, DILG and PCW Say

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) reiterated that violations under the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 or Republic Act No. 9262 are public crimes, underscoring the State’s obligation to pursue justice even if a complainant later withdraws support.

During a recent DILG Kapihan, the PCW addressed the persistent misconception that violence against women and their children cases are merely “private matters.”

“But the violations under RA 9262 are considered public crimes,” the Commission emphasized.

As public crimes, prosecution does not depend solely on the victim’s continued participation once a case has already been initiated. “Kapag sinabi po natin na public crime, hindi po siya, kapag nagkasundo po sila, hindi po puwedeng ‘ayoko na palang magsampa ng kaso,’” PCW explained, stressing that settlements or reconciliation do not automatically halt legal proceedings.

PCW underscored that this legal framework reflects the government’s firm stance against domestic violence and abuse. “Ibig sabihin po nito, yung Estado po natin may pakialam. Dapat meron po tayong ginagawa para mas ma-establish po natin na seryosong krimen ang ganitong mga klaseng paglabag.”

Reports continue to show that many VAWC survivors hesitate to pursue cases due to fear of retaliation, economic insecurity, or victim-blaming. Some worry about losing financial support if their abusive partner is prosecuted, while others fear social stigma or lack confidence in the justice system.

To address these concerns, local government units are strengthening barangay-level response mechanisms, including ensuring that Violence Against Women Desk Officers are fully trained to provide survivor-centered, confidential, and responsive assistance.

“Magtiwala po tayo sa ating VAW desk officers,” PCW urged.

The Commission also called on communities to help dismantle the culture of victim-blaming. “Alisin na po natin ang sistema ng victim-blaming,” it said.

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀, 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘀!

This March, DILG Region 5 joins the nation in celebrating National Women’s Month 2026, in recognition of the invaluable role of women in shaping inclusive, empowered, and resilient communities.

Anchored on the campaign banner, “WE for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society,” this year’s celebration calls on Women and Everyone to take part in advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment through shared responsibility, collective leadership, and meaningful action. Guided by the sub-theme, “Lead like the Babaylans, Filipinas!”, we honor the enduring legacy of women whose leadership is marked by wisdom, compassion, integrity, and commitment to the common good.

As we uphold the core values of Matino, Mahusay, at Maaasahan, DILG 5 reaffirms its support for a society where the contributions of women are recognized, their voices are heard, and their leadership is strengthened.

𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐘𝐄: 𝐆𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐬 𝐧𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲 Day.

Upang matiyak na ang ating pagtitipon ay maging ligtas, produktibo, at makabuluhan, narito ang mga alituntuning alinsunod sa DILG MC No. 2026-012 o 𝐎𝐦𝐧𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐬 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫, 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 397 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 (𝐑𝐚) 𝐍𝐨. 7160 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐨. 599, 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 2018.

Basahin ang buong text: https://tinyurl.com/DilgMemoCirc2026-012

READ | DILG devolves GAD budget review to LGUs, accelerates gender programs nationwide

READ | DILG devolves GAD budget review to LGUs, accelerates gender programs nationwide

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has rolled out a faster and more streamlined system for reviewing Gender and Development (GAD) plans and budgets, strengthening the capacity of local governments to deliver gender-responsive programs where they are needed most.

Through a nationwide training program, the DILG equipped LGU GAD focal points with the tools and standards under PCW-DILG-DBM-NEDA Joint Memorandum Circular 2024-01, which updates the guidelines for localizing the Magna Carta of Women and deepening gender mainstreaming across local governments.

The updated framework sharpens LGU accountability by strengthening GAD Focal Point Systems, improving gender analysis and planning, institutionalizing GAD databases, and promoting the use of gender audits to ensure that programs are evidence-based and results-oriented.

A major reform under the new guidelines is the devolution of the GAD plan and budget (GPB) review process. Barangays will submit their GPB to cities/municipalities, while component cities and municipalities will now submit their GPB to provinces. Regional Offices will continue to review the GAD Plans and Budgets of provinces, highly urbanized cities, and independent component cities, including all LGUs within NCR.

To reinforce transparency and fiscal discipline, LGUs are now required to use the online Gender and Development Plan and Budget Monitoring System, enabling more efficient tracking, reporting, and evaluation of GAD fund utilization.

With support from the Australian Government through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade under the Social Protection, Inclusion and Gender Equality Program, the DILG also launched a nationwide Training of Trainers to build a pool of local experts who will standardize implementation and provide technical support across regions.

Participants were further trained on the use of the Harmonized GAD Guidelines Design Checklist to strengthen the planning and review of programs and projects addressing gender issues while ensuring alignment with national and local development priorities.

A total of 269 LGU practitioners from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao completed the training and are now positioned to lead the rollout of the revamped GAD budget review mechanism in their respective local governments.

The DILG said the reforms reinforce its commitment to accountable, data-driven, and inclusive local governance, consistent with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to ensure that public funds deliver measurable impact for communities.

𝑰𝑵𝑭𝑶𝑺𝑬𝑹𝒀𝑬: Paalala sa Paggamit ng Government Vehicles alinsunod sa DILG MC No. 2026-011.
📌𝘽𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙝𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣: https://tinyurl.com/DILGMCNo2026-011

𝑰𝑵𝑭𝑶𝑺𝑬𝑹𝒀𝑬: Paalala sa Paggamit ng Government Vehicles alinsunod sa DILG MC No. 2026-011.

📌𝘽𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙝𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣: https://tinyurl.com/DILGMCNo2026-011


DILG Rehiyon Singko

GABAY PARA SA BARANGAY ASSEMBLY DAY

Happy Valentines Day.. from DILG Balatan, Camarines Sur!

MALIGAYANG ARAW NG MGA PUSO!❤️

Mula sa DILG Camarines Sur — ang matibay na ugnayan ay binubuo ng tiwala, paggalang, at malasakit, sa tahanan man o sa paglilingkod sa bayan.


DILG Rehiyon Singko

Congratulations LGU Balatan!!

DILG MC 2026-011, On the use of government-owned vehicles..