Cabanglasan, Bukidnon โ The Department of Social Welfare and Development Field Office 10 (DSWD-10), in collaboration with the Philippine Armyโs 4th Infantry Division (4th ID) and the local government of Cabanglasan, launched the Tamang Tulong sa Tamang Impormasyon (3TI) information and service caravan in geographically isolated and conflict-affected Indigenous Peoples (IP) barangays of Cananga-an and Iba.
Over 300 individuals, primarily from the Umayamnons communityโincluding 91 identified former rebelsโreceived assistance through DSWDโs Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program. Additionally, 60 children received school supplies and participated in a storytelling session led by Tara Basa Program workers at a local chapel.
DSWD-10 Regional Director Ramel F. Jamen urged residents to rely on official channels for information, saying, โWe want to ensure our messages reach the communities clearly and truthfully. Our presence here is a testament to our commitment to serve even in the most remote areas.โ
To enhance community awareness, DSWDโs Social Marketing Unit provided orientations on the agencyโs programs and services, while the Municipal Action Team distributed brochures.
The Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office, led by Jonalin Baclawon, served meals and snacks to over 400 attendees.
Due to the areaโs limited mobile connectivityโwhere only one network operates and just four attendees owned mobile phonesโresidents aired their preference for more face-to-face information caravans to effectively disseminate vital information.
Cabanglasan Mayor Lolita N. Bullecer expressed appreciation for the active involvement of IP residents and barangay officials, stating, โYour presence reflects your commitment to working with the government to build stronger, safer communities.โ
Major General Michele B. Anayron Jr., 4th ID Commander, underscored the militaryโs role in identifying former rebels for inclusion in DSWDโs case management system under the Peace and DevelopmentโBuong Bansa Mapayapa (PD-BBM) framework.
โOur troopers serve not only in securing the area but also in linking communities with government programs. These initiatives are crucial in achieving sustainable peace and inclusive development,โ Anayron emphasized.
In Region 10, DSWD targets remote and disadvantaged areas under the Convergence Areas for Peace and Development (CAPDEV) identified by the Regional Development Council X. The 3TI caravan is part of DSWDโs proactive campaign against misinformation, ensuring communities receive clear, verified, and transparent updates directly from official sources.
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