Regional Development Council VIII

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐬

The DENR VIII, Philippine Eagle Foundation, and PNP Region 8 formalized a partnership to enhance wildlife conservation, environmental law enforcement, and community-based protection efforts for the critically endangered Philippine Eagle and its habitat. The collaboration underscores the importance of inter-agency coordination and community participation in safeguarding biodiversity, protecting forest ecosystems, and promoting sustainable environmental stewardship in the region.

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐬

The Department of Agriculture RFO 8 formally turned over a ₱50-million Rice Processing Center in Barugo, Leyte to the Cuta Multipurpose Cooperative, reinforcing ongoing efforts to modernize agriculture, reduce post-harvest losses, improve market access, and increase farmers’ incomes. The facility is expected to enhance rice processing efficiency and strengthen local food systems, while empowering farmer cooperatives as key partners in advancing food security and agricultural development in the region.

𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐬

Thousands of agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) across the region received Certificates of Condonation with Release of Mortgage (COCROMs) and individual land titles, easing financial burdens and strengthening land tenure security under the New Agrarian Emancipation Act and the SPLIT Project. The initiative reinforces ongoing efforts to improve rural livelihoods, enhance agricultural productivity, and promote inclusive rural development in Eastern Visayas.

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗗𝗖 𝗩𝗜𝗜𝗜 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗣𝗦𝗥𝘀

The elections mark another step in strengthening multi-stakeholder participation in regional governance, ensuring that the voices of the private sector continue to help shape the region’s development agenda for 2025–2028.

Representatives from qualified Private Sector Organizations across Eastern Visayas gathered at DEPDev VIII, Palo, Leyte to participate in the continuing selection of PSRs for the RDC VIII Sectoral and Other Committees.

The activity reflects the RDC VIII’s commitment to participatory governance and strengthened private sector engagement in shaping policies, programs, and development priorities for the region.

𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐬.

Government agencies and stakeholders convened during the Regional Committee on Disability Affairs (RCDA) VIII First Quarter Meeting to strengthen coordination on programs and initiatives for persons with disabilities across the region. Discussions highlighted ongoing efforts to improve accessibility, digital governance, rehabilitation services, and the establishment of Persons with Disability Affairs Offices (PDAOs), reinforcing the commitment to more inclusive, responsive, and people-centered governance.

𝗗𝗜𝗟𝗚 𝟴 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗣𝘂𝘀𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗖𝗗𝗔 𝗩𝗜𝗜𝗜 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region VIII reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive and responsive governance through its participation in the Regional Committee on Disability Affairs (RCDA) VIII First Quarter Meeting on April 22, 2026, held via Zoom.

Spearheaded by RCDA Region VIII, the meeting gathered representatives from National Government Agencies (NGAs) and Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) to strengthen coordination and collaboration in advancing disability-inclusive programs across Eastern Visayas.

Key highlights included the presentation of the Lakbay Rehab Program by the RTR Physical Therapy Alumni Association, which provides free physical therapy services to qualified beneficiaries in the region. The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Region VIII, through Mr. Chad Estudillo, also conducted an orientation on the PNPKI registration for digital signing of resolutions, underscoring the shift toward secure and efficient digital governance.

Updates on disability and development initiatives were presented by Ms. Joanna L. Hizon of the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA). This was followed by a briefing from NCDA Planning Officer Ms. Mojaira Dela Cruz on Joint Memorandum Circular No. 1, Series of 2023, and the agency’s Strategic Plan for 2023–2028, outlining key directions for strengthening disability-inclusive governance.

The meeting concluded with a status report on the establishment of Persons with Disability Affairs Offices (PDAOs) across Region VIII, presented by Mr. Macor Christian Lee B. Wael, highlighting both progress and remaining gaps at the local level.

DILG Region VIII’s active engagement underscores its continuing support to local government units (LGUs) in mainstreaming disability-inclusive policies and programs. Through sustained participation in platforms such as the RCDA, the Department helps ensure that services for persons with disabilities are more accessible, responsive, and inclusive across the region.



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