City Government of Zamboanga
Office of the City Mayor
GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (GAD)
Para na igualdad de genero!

CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES


4th Regional Gender and Development Council IX (RGADC) Meeting

November 19, 2024

Pagadian City


The members of the Regional Development Council IX convened for its 4th Quarterly Meeting last November 19, 2024 at Pagadian City for the First Quarter RGADC Meeting. During the meeting, the council presented the certification of Mr. Wilfredo J. Aporongao as a Member of the Regional Pool of Gender and Development Resource Persons (RPGRP)

The certification journey began with the application period from November 7, 2022, to February 6, 2023, which attracted 18 applicants. After a rigorous screening process, 10 were shortlisted, and 7 participated in the GAD leveling session held from October 25-27, 2023, where 6 applicants successfully completed it. The final phase consisted of a three-day demonstration held from July 22-24, 2024, at the 102nd Infantry Brigade Headquarters in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. On August 7, 2024, the Selection Committee convened via Zoom and officially endorsed five applicants for certification, which was later confirmed by RGADC IX.

This milestone underscores the importance of Gender and Development (GAD) in promoting an inclusive society and highlights the vital technical assistance that the certified Regional Pool of GAD Resource Persons can provide to agencies in the Zamboanga Peninsula to ensure the effective implementation of GAD programs and initiatives.

Mr. Aporongao expressed heartfelt gratitude to all who supported him throughout his journey:

โ€œThis milestone would not have been possible without the unwavering support and encouragement our City Mayor Hon. John M. Dalipe, Hon. Al-Jihan R. Edding, mentors, colleagues, friends, and family. This certification is a testament to our collective efforts and shared commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable society.โ€

Among the pioneer batch of the certified Regional Pool of GAD Resource Persons in Region 9 are:

1.) Jennifer A. Pidor - Provincial Director of Provincial Science and Technology, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay

2.) Atty. Romylyn O. Regidor, CPA, LLM - Dean, School of Law, JH Cerilles State College

3. Nora D. Albiso - Project Development Officer, Department of Education, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay

4. Robert O. Parcon - Assistant Professor, Western Mindanao State University

Congratulations to all certified members of the RPGRP for this remarkable achievement!

As we say, Junto-junto kita empuja mas el buen estar de todo para na mas inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo ciudad de Zamboanga!

#RGADC #gadinaction #GADvocates

LOCAL AIDS COUNCIL MEETING

November 18, 2024

Seafoods Restaurant, San Roque


The Zamboanga Multi-Sectoral AIDS Council convened its members for a Local AIDS Council Meeting held November 18, 2024 at Seafoods Restaurant, San Roque. Gender and Development Services, as one of the member offices of the council participated through Cyril Ganob, GADS Alternate Focal and Jolina Salazar, GAD Staff.

The meeting focused on the development and implementaion of the council's comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention, link to care, and treatment. Members had the opportunity to contribute their insights, resources and collaborative efforts ensuring that the strategies effectively reach and serve the diverse population of Zamboanga City.

#LocalAIDScCouncilofZamboangaCity#AIDS#fightAIDS #GADvocates #gadzamboanga

O2 Youth and Partners Summit: Beyond the Horizon โ€“ Sailing towards Sustainability and Synergy


November 13-14, 2024

Cubao, Quezon City, Metro Manila

USAID Opportunity 2.0 (O2) program has brought together approximately 500 youth development champions from 15 project sites for its program celebration event, the O2 Youth and Partners Summit: Beyond the Horizon โ€“ Sailing towards Sustainability and Synergy, taking place from November 13-14, 2024. The summit is set to reflect on the program's journey together with its stakeholders, celebrating success and planning for its sustainability.

The event gave its participants the chance to share stories of challenges and innovations, explore new partnerships, celebrate successes, and commit to sustaining impact. It will also strengthen existing relationships within and among the Youth Development Alliances (YDAs), and expand efforts to enact policies and mplement programs focused on the holistic development of vulnerable OSY.

Source: O2 Pre-Departure Packet

SAFER WOMEN ZAMBOANGA: Strengthening the Capacities of Barangays in Handling Violence Against Women (VAW) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Cases Batch 1- 5

October 1 to 30, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City


As we continue to strengthen the capacity of Zamboanga City in handling cases of VAW, GBV and Trafficking in Persons, the Safer Women Project will be implemented to the remaining barangays of the city. There will be five batches, accomodating 91 barangays.

The pilot run for the Safe, Fair-Environment, and Responsive Barangays for Women (SAFER Women) in Zamboanga was held last March 12-14, 2024 at Garden Orchid Hotel to seven pilot barangays (Vitali, Curuan, Cabaluay, San Jose Gusu, Calarian, Recodo and Boalan).

We thank the following barangays for their participation and commitment for SAFER WOMEN in Zamboanga City:

Batch 1: Ayala, Baluno, Cawit, La Paz, Labuan, Limpapa, Maasin, Pamucutan, Patalon, Sinubong, Sinunuc, Talisayan, Sangali, Talon-Talon, Tumaga, Baliwasan, Mampang, Zone II

Batch 2: Pasonanca, San Roque, Lapakan, Malagutay, Capisan, Canelar, Mariki, Rio Hondo, San Jose Cawa-Cawa, Dulian-Upper Pasonanca, Tulungatung, Sta. Barbara, Sto. Niรฑo, Zone I, Zone III, Zone IV, Arena blanco, and ampo Islam

Batch 3: Divisoria, Guiwan, Kasanyangan, Lumbangan, Lunzuran, Putik, Sta. Catalina, Cabatangan, Tetuan, Tugbungan, Cacao, Culianan, Talabaan, Lanzones, Sta. Maria, Camino Nuevo, Mercedes, Pasobolong

Batch 4: Salaan, Tolosa, Zambowood, Busay, Landang Gua, Landang Laum, Manalipa, Pangapuyan, Pasilmanta, Guisao, Taluksangay, Tigtabon, Tumalutab, Lumayang, Bunguiao, Calabasa, Dita and,Dulian-Upper Bunguiao

Batch 4: Lamisahan, Latuan, Lubigan, Panubigan, Quiniput, Manicahan, Victoria, Buenavista, Licomo, Limaong, Mangusu, Muti, Sibulao, Tagasilay, Taguiti, Tictapul, Tigbalabag, Tumitus, and, Bolong.

We also thank our pool of Resource Persons in the three-day activity:

1. Pros. Iris May T. Mendoza-Macrohon

Associate City Prosecutor

Office of the City Prosecutor - Zamboanga City

2. KENNY IVAN L. BUCOY

Advocacy Officer

Katilingban as Kalambuan Org, Inc

3. PMSg MA. MAE L. MARCOS

WCPD, Zamboanga City Police Office

4. Ms. Anang Lia I. Sahi

LGOO VI

Department Interior and Local Government - Zamboanga City Office

5. Hon. Al-Jihan R. Edding

City Councilor, Zamboanga City

6. Rodeline June A. Patagoc, EdD

Social Welfare Officer III

City Social Welfare and Development

7. Josephine A. Orquia, RSW

Social Welfare Officer I

City Social Welfare and Development

8. Criselda S. Francisco

Planning Officer II

City Planning and Development Office

9. Djemnah B. Tan

Nurse IV

City Health Office

10. Christine Faith C. Baltazar, RSW

Court Social Welfare Officer II

Regional Trial Court - Zamboanga City

11. Wilfredo J. Aporongao, MPA

Gender and Development Services

12. Cheryl C. Ganob

Gender and Development Services

As we say, Junto-junto kita empuja mas el buen estar de todo para na mas inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo ciudad de Zamboanga!
#SaferWomenProject #gadinaction #GADvocates

IT'S A PINK WRAP! #CARE Culminating Activity

October 31, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel


Celebrating strength, resilience, and unity! Our culminating activity shines a light on compassion, advocacy, recovery, and education. Together, we are stronger when we care!

The Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office together with the Mindanao Breast Cancer Support and Empowerment Association would like to thank all the supportive CARE Partners for being with us in the celebration of Pink October - Breast Cancer Awareness Month this year. It would not be this successful without your commitment and dedication in this advocacy.

#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

#PinkOctober2024 #pinkoctoberzc

IRR Technical Review of Zamboanga City Ordinance No. 543 Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination Ordinance

October 23, 2024

Sangguniang Panlungsod of Zamboanga


The Philippine Anti-Discrimination Alliance of Youth Leaders (PANTAY) Inc. in partnership with Gender and Development Services and Mujer-LGBT Organization convened key implementers of the Anti-Discrimination Ordinance in the City. This review is essential in identifying the gaps or inconsistencies in the IRR and propose necessary amendments to strengthen its implemention to achieve a safe and equitable Zamboanga City.

We thank Atty. Joan Dela Cruz and Atty. Bensaud de Gusman for the assistance during the technical review.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja mas el buen estar de todo para na mas inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo ciudad de Zamboanga!

#PANTAY #SOGIEBILL #EqualityNow #gadinaction #GADvocates #mujerlgbt #mujer

Zamboanga City ADO Community Monitoring Toolkit Development with the Philippine Anti-Discrimination Alliance of Youth Leaders (PANTAY) Inc.

October 21 to 22, 2024

Garden Orchid Hotel, Zamboanga City


The Philippine Anti-Discrimination Alliance of Youth Leaders (PANTAY) Inc., a youth-led socio-political collective of young LGBTQIA+ and allies advocating for gender equality and human rights in the Philippines with the support from the Federal Foreign Office of Germany in the Philippines, is implementing the LGUs for Equality: Developing Local Anti-Discrimination Ordinance (ADOs) Monitoring Toolkits in 6 Local Government Units and Contributing to the SOGIE Equality Bill Campaign in the Philippines. The activity aims to ensure the full implementation of local ADOs to address the needs of LGBTQIA+ community contributing to the national campaign for (SOGIE) Equality Bill.

The workshop holds a space for the participants to discuss various challenges in terms of implementation and co-create a monitoring toolkit to ensure that the local ADO is functional and accessible.

Zamboanga City is one of the target groups, along with other LGUs (Pasay City-Metro Manila, Lapu-Lapu City-Cebu, City of San Jose Del Monte Bulacan, Batangas City, Cordon, and Isabela Province), of this project.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja mas el buen estar de todo para na mas inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo ciudad de Zamboanga!

#PANTAY #SOGIEBILL #EqualityNow #gadinaction #GADvocates

TESDA Skills Training on Siomai and Dumpling Making for Mindanao Breast Cancer Support and Empowerment Association(MBCSEA)

October 18, 2024

GADS Office, Sta. Maria

Media Information Caravan - EMediaMo Guesting during the Sisterly Yours Program

October 18, 2024

EMedia Broadcasting Station, Divisoria


In its mission in increasing the awareness on Breast Cancer, the Gender and Development Services in partnership with Mindanao Breast Cancer Support and Empowerment Association and West Metro Medical Center had a Media Information Caravan at EMedia Mo's Sisterly Yours Program. The office and organization were represented by the City GAD Focal Person, Wilfredo Aporongao together with MBCSEA representative, Ma'am Bernardita Gallardo, and Dr. Ella Mae C. Lim, Radiation Oncologist of West Metro Medical Center.

We thank EMEdia Mo Broadcasting Station for being with us in this advocacy!

Together we are STRONGER when we CARE! Let us celebrate Pink October and continue to foster an atmosphere of care and support for everyone who struggled and those who continue to fight during this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

#PinkOctober2024 #pinkoctoberzc

Advancing Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Local Governance: A Comprehensive Training on Gender Analysis Tools for Gender-Responsive Local Development Planning and Budgeting


October 15 to 16, 2024

Garden Orchid Hotel, Zamboanga City


USAID's Urban Connect in collaboration with the City Government of Zamboanga's Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office conducted the Advancing Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Local Governance: A Comprehensive Training on Gender Analysis Tools for Gender-Responsive Local Development Planning and Budgeting aiming to equip local officials and employees with the knowledge and skills needed to systematically incorporate gender perspectives into their development planning and resource allocation, towards enhancing the effectiveness of local interventions aimed at achieving gender equality and women's empowerment. The overall goal is for Zamboanga City tobecome a fully gender-responsive city across relevant indicators, where gender considerations are integrated into all levels of governance.

We thank all our GFPS Members for being with us and participated and also Urban Connect for being our key partner in the crusade on gender equality and social inclusion in Zamboanga City.

As we say, Junto-junto kita empuja mas el buen estar de todo para na mas inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo ciudad de Zamboanga!

#SaferWomenProject #gadinaction #GADvocates

Free Breast Screening and Consultation for Persons Deprived of Liberty at BJMP Female Dormitory

October 11, 2024

BJMP Female Dormitory

In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the City Government of Zamboanga through the Gender and Development Services of the Office of the City Mayor, Office of the City Health and in partnership with Mindanao Breast Cancer Support and Empowerment Association, Ciudad Medical Zamboanga and West Metro Cancer Center kicks off the Free Breast Screening and Consultation held October 11, 2024 at 9:00 AM - 12 NN held at BJMP Female Dormitory.

Our utmost appreciation and salute to all the brave women who submitted for the breast screening.

Together we are STRONGER when we CARE! Let us celebrate Pink October and continue to foster an atmosphere of care and support for everyone who struggled and those who continue to fight during this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

ON FRIDAY WE WEAR PINK!

October 10 at 11:18โ€ฏAM

ย 

Featuring different offices and national agencies wearing pink last friday in celebration of Pink October - Breast Cancer Awareness Month signifying their #CARE.

We remind everyone to join us in this advocacy, let us make our fridays pink and join the fight against breast cancer.

Together we are STRONGER when we CARE! Let us celebrate Pink October and continue to foster an atmosphere of care and support for everyone who struggled and those who continue to fight during this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

#PinkOctober2024 #pinkoctoberzc

#CARE to Walk Campaign Pink Parade

October 4, 2024

City Fire Station to Plaza Pershing



The City Government of Zamboanga through the Gender and Development Services spearheaded this year's Pink Parade: #CARE to Walk Campaign in celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024.

The activity gathered LGU Offices, National Government Agencies, Non-Government orgranizations, schools and Barangays to participate in raising awareness for breast cancer.

Together we are STRONGER when we CARE! Let us celebrate Pink October and continue to foster an atmosphere of care and support for everyone who struggled and those who continue to fight during this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

#PinkOctober2024 #pinkoctoberzc

Free Breast Screening and Consultation for City Goverment of Zamboanga Employees


October 4, 2024

City Hall Conference Room


In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the City Government of Zamboanga through the Gender and Development Services of the Office of the City Mayor, Office of the City Health, and in partnership with Mindanao Breast Cancer Support and Empowerment Association, Ciudad Medical Zamboanga and West Metro Cancer Center kicks off the Free Breast Screening and Consultation held October 4, 2024, at 9:00 AM - 12 NN held at Conference Room, City Hall.

Our utmost appreciation and salute to all the brave women who submitted themselves for the breast screening.ย 

Together we are STRONGER when we CARE! Let us celebrate Pink October and continue to foster an atmosphere of care and support for everyone who struggled and those who continue to fight during this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

Hanging of Advocacy Banners in celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024!ย 

Together we care for a cause that matters!

Together we are STRONGER when we CARE! Let us celebrate Pink October and continue to foster an atmosphere of care and support for everyone who struggled and those who continue to fight during this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

#PinkOctober2024 #pinkoctoberzc

Refresher lecture on Clinical Breast Examination

The Ciudad Medical Zamboanga Breast Wellness Center and the Zamboanga City Health Office brought together healthcare professionals held September 30, 2024, at 9:00 AM for a refresher lecture on Clinical Breast Examination. Led by Annely Enad Alimbullo and assisted by Lilibeth Magrelos, the event was a valuable learning opportunity for all attendees.

HANGING OF THE ADVOCACY BANNERย 

September 30ย 

MANYANA YA! Bene ya y suporta kita! Show your strong support to all breast cancer survivors in the world and those who still continue to fight! #๐‚๐€๐‘๐„: ๐“๐จ๐ ๐ž๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ซ ๐ฐ๐ž ๐š๐ซ๐ž ๐’๐“๐‘๐Ž๐๐†๐„๐‘ ๐ฐ๐ก๐ž๐ง ๐ฐ๐ž ๐‚๐€๐‘๐„ ๐˜Š๐˜ฐ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฑ๐˜ข๐˜ด๐˜ด๐˜ช๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ, ๐˜ˆ๐˜ฅ๐˜ท๐˜ฐ๐˜ค๐˜ข๐˜ค๐˜บ, ๐˜™๐˜ฆ๐˜ค๐˜ฐ๐˜ท๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ๐˜บ, ๐˜ข๐˜ฏ๐˜ฅ ๐˜Œ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฑ๐˜ฐ๐˜ธ๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ต.

For Our Advocacy Banners you may access the layout by clicking this link: https://bit.ly/2024PnkOctAdvBanner

Please note that you must use the BLANK LAYOUT for you to add your Office Name and Logo on the top portion of the tarpaulin.

For any further inquiries, don't hesitate to call us at 982-0503 or email us at gadzamboangacity@gmail.com. You may also visit us at Gender and Development Services Office, Gov. Ramos Avenue, Sta. Maria, Zamboanga City.

#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

#PinkOctober2024 #pinkoctoberzc

Barangay San Roque BCPC - VAWC Orientation Seminar

September 28, 2024

Skyview Resort, San Roque


The Gender and Development Services through Mr. Wilfredo Aporongao and Ms. Rizza Joy Albar were invited to be Resource Speakers during their BCPC-VAWC Orientation-Seminar held on September 28, 2024, at Pasay Sky View Resort, San Roque, this city.

ย This initiative is part of the council's dedication to ensuring a safe, inclusive and equitable community, empowering the local leaders and employees with the knowledge and skills necessary to foster gender-sensitive environments.

The GAD Team presented the following topics:

1. Gender Sensitivity in the Workplace and Community;

2. Orientation on Gender-Specific Laws and Ordinances; and 3. Implementation of Gender-Sensitive Policies

We thank the Barangay Council of San Roque, led by the Punong Barangay Hon. Josiebelle A. Macrohon for making us part of this activity and integrating Gender and Development in the activities for the youth.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADinAction #GADvocates #GADTalks #GenderSensitivity

SGLGB Exit Conference

September 23, 2024

Conference Room, City Hall


As part of the Assessment Team of the 2024 Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangays, the Gender and Development Services through Mr. Wilfredo Aporongao and Mr. Cyril Ganob attended the Exit Conference led by the DILG Zamboanga City Field Office.

ย The conference presented and discussed city-wide assessment results from the 4 clusters and addressed issues and concerns that have arisen during the conduct of the assessment.

ย We congratulate the members of the SGLGB City Performance Team and all the 98 Barangays!

Pink October 2024: Courtesy Visit at Bureau of Jail Management and Penology Female Dormitory for the Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024 Partnership

September 19, 2024

BJMP, Female Dormitory

The Gender and Developments Services together with Mindanao Breast Cancer Support and Empowerment Association (MBCSEA) had a courtesy visit to the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology Female Dormitory for a partnership in one of the activities in the celebration of PINK OCTOBER 2024 - Breast Cancer Awareness Month.ย 

We thank the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology Female Dormitory for the positive response and support of the advocacy. Let us celebrate PINK OCTOBER 2024 and continue to foster an atmosphere of hope and support for everyone who struggled and those who continue to fight!

#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

#PinkOctober2024 #pinkoctoberzc


Pink October 2024: Courtesy Visit at PNP Regional Office 9 for the Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024 Partnership

September 19, 2024

PNP Regional Office 9


The Gender and Developments Services together with the Mindanao Breast Cancer Support and Empowerment Association (MBCSEA) had a courtesy visit to the Philippine National Police Regional Office 9 for a partnership in one of the activities in the celebration of PINK OCTOBER 2024 - Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

We thank the PNP RO IX for the positive response and support of the advocacy. Let us celebrate PINK OCTOBER 2024 and continue to foster an atmosphere of hope and support for everyone who struggled and those who continue to fight!


#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

#PinkOctober2024 #pinkoctoberzc

#๐‚๐€๐‘๐„: ๐“๐จ๐ ๐ž๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ซ ๐ฐ๐ž ๐š๐ซ๐ž ๐’๐“๐‘๐Ž๐๐†๐„๐‘ ๐ฐ๐ก๐ž๐ง ๐ฐ๐ž ๐‚๐€๐‘๐„

๐˜Š๐˜ฐ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฑ๐˜ข๐˜ด๐˜ด๐˜ช๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ, ๐˜ˆ๐˜ฅ๐˜ท๐˜ฐ๐˜ค๐˜ข๐˜ค๐˜บ, ๐˜™๐˜ฆ๐˜ค๐˜ฐ๐˜ท๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ๐˜บ, ๐˜ข๐˜ฏ๐˜ฅ ๐˜Œ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฑ๐˜ฐ๐˜ธ๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ต.


September 18, 2024

GAD Sta. Mariaย 

Mark your Calendars! Here's the official ๐’๐‚๐‡๐„๐ƒ๐”๐‹๐„ ๐Ž๐… ๐€๐‚๐“๐ˆ๐•๐ˆ๐“๐ˆ๐„๐’ for this year's Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024!

Let us celebrate PINK OCTOBER 2024 and continue to foster an atmosphere of hope and support for everyone who struggled and those who continue to fight!

For the Advocacy Banners, you may access the layout by clicking this link: https://bit.ly/2024PnkOctAdvBanner

Please note that you must use the BLANK LAYOUT for you to add your Office Name and Logo on the top portion of the tarpaulin.

For your #CARE Shirt preorders, you may place the orders through this link: https://bit.ly/CAREShirtOrder. We have a cut-off date on September 20, 2024 for orders that will be released before the #CARE to WALK Campaign (Pink Parade) on October 4, 2024.

For any further inquiries, don't hesitate to call us at 982-0503 or email us at gadzamboangacity@gmail.com. You may also visit us at Gender and Development Services Office, Gov. Ramos Avenue, Sta. Maria, Zamboanga City.

#CARE ย #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

#PinkOctober2024 #pinkoctoberzcย 

ย ZUMBA DANCE TO #CARE!

September 18, 2024

Get ready to dance your heart out and make a difference! Join us for a fun-filled Zumba session to support this year's Pink October Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

ย October 4, 2024,

4:30 PM

Plaza Pershing, Zamboanga City

For the Benefit of Mindanao Breast Cancer Support and Empowerment Association (MBCSEA)

Fundraising Project by Local Council of Women - Zamboanga City Chapter

You may now REGISTER at Gender and Development Services Office, Governor Ramos St., Sta. Maria, Zamboanga City. We will also have an onsite registration on October 4, 2024. You may claim your tickets upon registration.

Bring your friends, your energy, and your passion! Letโ€™s groove together for a great cause! See you there!ย 

For further inquiries, don't hesitate to call us at 982-0503 or email us at gadzamboangacity@gmail.com. You may also visit us at the Gender and Development Services Office, Gov. Ramos Avenue, Sta. Maria, Zamboanga City. #CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

Together we are STRONGER when we CARE

We are officially launching our Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024, Pink October local theme, " Together we are STRONGER when we CARE. Compassion, Advocacy, Recovery, and Empowermentโ€.

Pink October or Breast Cancer Awareness Month is annually observed worldwide. In the Philippines, the National Integrated Cancer Control Act (NICCA) (Philippines Republic Act 11215) was signed into law to strengthen cancer control in the country, increase cancer survivorship, and reduce the burden on families and cancer patients in February 2019. The NICCA emphasizes cancer prevention and improvement of cancer survivorship by strengthening essential programs to include breast cancer awareness campaigns across the country.

ย The City Government of Zamboanga observes the International Health Campaign on Breast Cancer Awareness Month or the โ€œPink Octoberโ€ pursuant to City Ordinance No. 580 โ€“ โ€œThe 2022 Revised GAD Code of the City of Zamboangaโ€ which provides for the โ€œDay of Action for Breast Cancer Awarenessโ€, which aims to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of Breast Cancer through proper education on symptoms and treatment.

In our collective pursuit of maximizing our information and awareness campaign, the Gender and Development Office, City Health Office, Mindanao Breast Cancer Support and Empowerment Association, and our partner hospitals, Cuidaded Medical Zamboanga and West Metro prepared a series of activities in line with the observance.

ย Together, we continue to foster an atmosphere of hope and support for everyone who struggled and those who continue to fight!

#CARE #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth2024

#PinkOctober2024 #pinkoctoberzc

ย Gender and Development Seminar with Sangguniang Kabataan of Barangay Mampang


September 7, 2024

Mampang Multipurpose Hall


The Gender and Development Services through the City GAD Officer Mr. Wilfredo Aporongao is invited as Resource Person during the Gender and Development Seminar by the Office of the Sangguniang Kabataan of Mampang, with the theme, Gender and Development D.A.Y.S. - Dialogue Awareness for Youth and Support held September 7, 2024, at Mampang Multipurpose Hall, this city.

ย In his talk, Mr. Aporongao shared his expertise, focusing on the Basic GAD Concepts and Gender Sensitivity to the young people of Barangay Mampang.

ย We thank the SK Council of Barangay Mampang led by SK Chairperson, Hon. Jovit Ibaรฑez for making us part of this activity and integrating Gender and Development in the activities for the youth.

#GADinAction#GADvocates#GADTalks#GenderSensitivity

ย 3rd Quarter Regular GFPS Meeting


September 6, 2024

Zamboanga City Hall, Conference Hall


The members of the GAD Focal Point System Council convened for the 3rd Quarter Regular GFPS Meeting held September 6, 2024, at Zamboanga City Hall Conference Room. A total of 53 participants are in attendance, including the members of Gender and Development Services.

ย The meeting focused its discussion on the following agenda.ย 

Presentation of Accomplishment Report of GAD Services. List of Accomplishments by the office during the months of June, July, and, August .

2. GAD Report Presentation of the following officers:ย 

A. Office of the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (OCDRRM) by Ms. Cheermielourdes

Bejerano, represented by Mr. Lawrence Gonzales

B. Colegio de la Ciudad de Zamboanga by Mr. Roy Trayvilla

C. Office of the City Environment and Natural Resources (OCENR) by Ms. Maribel Baes

D. Housing and Land Management Division of the City Mayor's Office by Ms. Claire G. Pesebre

3. Presentation of the GAD Corner Website for comments and suggestions from the body. The Website will be launched during the annual conduct of the GAD Summit this November.

4. Preparation for Pink October 2024 Activities in celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October.

5. Roll out to the 5 Pilot Barangays of Zamboanga City on the Formulation of the Comprehensive Local Juvenile Intervention Program and Rights-based Local Ordinances presented by Ms. Christine Faith C. Baltazar, RSW

We are grateful to all the members present for the fruitful discussion and outputs during the meeting. Your contributions and inputs are crucial to the success of GAD in the city.

#GFPSMeeting #GADvocates #3rdQuarterGFPSMeeting

Preparatory Meeting for Pink October 2024

September 3, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel


The Gender and Development Services together with its key partners, convened for a meeting held on September 3, 2024,ย  Grand Astoria Hotel, in this city. The agenda of the meeting focused on the schedule of activities for the celebration of Pink October or Breast Cancer Awareness Month this year.

We thank MBCSEA, CHO, and our Partner Hospitals for their participation and commitment to this cause.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!


#GADvocates #GADinAction #gadzamboanga #pinkoctober #pinkoctober2024 #breastcancerawareness


Training of Trainers on Formulation of Comprehensive Local Juvenile Intervention Program and Child Rights-based Local Ordinances


August 26 - September 2, 2024

Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay

The Enhancing Local Government Capacities in Delivering Justice Services for Children at Risk (CAR) and Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL) Project by Saligan, held its 3rd Training of Trainers on the Formulation of Comprehensive Local Juvenile Intervention Program and Child Rights-based Local Ordinances last August 26 to September 02, 2024 at Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay.

Members of the Local Council for the Protection of Children (LCPC) were the participants of the abovementioned training. The aim of the TOT aims to equip the participants with essential skills and knowledge to effectively implement the Pilot Training with select barangays of Zamboanga this October.

We congratulate Saligan and the Local Councol for the Protection of Children for successful conduct of the training. As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #gadzamboanga #Saligan #CICL #CLJIP

Orientation on RA 11313ย 

โ€œSafe Spaces Act or Bawal Bastos Law"


Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor

August 23, 2024

The Philippine Commission for the Urban Poor is mandated to ensure adequate social preparation activities related to asset reform, human development and basic social services, employment and livelihood, and other programs of the government for the urban poor are implemented for the benefit of these families. Furthermore, PCUP is also GAD-compliant in delivering its programs and services.

In line with this commitment, the Gender and Development Services through City GAD Officer, Mr. Wilfredo Aporongao was invited as a Resource Speaker during the conduct of Orientation on TA11313 "Safe Spaces Act or the Bawal Bastos Law" of r the accredited association leaders in District 1, Zamboanga City last August 23, 2024 at Red Cross Conference Hall Zamboanga City.ย 

We congratulate PCUP on the successful conduct of the activity and the participating Urban Poor Leaders of the different accredited associations in District 1 of Zamboanga City.

#GADTalks #GADinAction #GADvocate #RA11313 #SafeSpacesAct #BawalBastosLaw

Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES) Completion

August 20, 2024

GADS, Sta. Maria


We congratulate our Rhealyn Francisco and John Carlo A. Fajardo, students under the Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES) for completing their service at Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office. We wish you good luck as you continue with your journey.

#gadzamboanga #GADvocates #SPES #SPES2024

Zamboanga City Youth Officials Visit the Gender and Development Services

August 15, 2024

GADS, Sta. Maria

In line with the celebration of Linggo ng Kabataan, the Sangguniang Kabataan Zamboanga City Federation launched the 2024 City Youth Officials, young leaders who will have a first-hand experience with the local legislators. As one of the offices of the City Government of Zamboanga, these elected young officials paid a visit to Gender and Development Services today, to learn more about the office, functions and, programs.

Congratulations Sangguniang Kabataan Zamboanga City Federation for the meaningful celebration of Linggo ng Kabataan! 2024! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates#GADinAction#GADZamboanga#LinggoNgKabataan2024 #cityyouthofficials #SKZamboanga

Sangguniang Panglungsod Public Hearing

August 14, 2024

Sangguniang Panglungsod Session Hall

The Gender and Development Services, through the City GAD Officer, Mr. Wilfredo Aporongao, participated in yesterday's Public Hearing at Sangguniang Panlungsod Session Hall, deliberating two proposed measures:

1. Proposed Ordinance No. 2024-17 entitled "An Ordinance Implementing and Enforcing the Provisions of Republic Act No. 9208 or 2003, otherwise knows as the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of Zamboanga City as Amended by Republic Act No. 10364 or the 'Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2012' and Further Amended by Republic Act. No. 11862 of the 'Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2022' and for other related purposes, authored by Hon. Al-Jihann R. Edding and Hon. Jimmy B. Villaflores.

2. Proposed Ordinance No. 2024-40, entitled "An Ordinance Prohibiting Acts of Online Sexual Abuse of Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) and Child Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Materials (CSAEM) in Zamboanga City Institutionalizing Programs for its Prevention and Eradication and Providing Penalties Therefor, Thereafter Establishing a Supportive Environment for Child Victims and Providing Funds Therefor", authored by Hon. Al-Jihan R. Edding.

Inputs and Feedback from the participating body, from relevant sectors are deemed important in the establishment of the aforementioned proposed ordinances. As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga


YDA-led Annual OCAT Assessment with USAID Opportunity 2.0

August 13-14, 2024

Garden Orchid Hotel, Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services through Mr. Cyril Ganob participated in the Annual OCAT Assessment led by the Youth Development Alliance and USAID Opportunity 2.0.

The USAID 02 Program has provided YDA with a range of capacity-building activities to enhance our effectiveness. To evaluate the progress, the Organizational Capacity Assessment Tool (OCAT) Assessment, focusing on Governance, Advocacy, and Sustainability is being conducted. This activity focused on Governance, Strategic Direction, Planning and Service Delivery, Resource Mobilization, Networking and Advocacy, and Sustainability. The OCAT will be graced by Senior Staff from the US Embassy and the Office of Education.

Thank you YDA for making us part of this program. As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Public Consultation on SIPTVETS (Supporting Innovation in the Philippine Technical Vocational Education and Training System) Project

August 9, 2024

TESDA Region 9 RTC

SIPTVETS is an ADB-funded project aimed to support the modernization of the Philippinesโ€™ technical and vocational education and training (TVET) system so that it can respond effectively to an increasingly globalized, technology- and knowledge-driven market. TESDA IX -Regional Training Center- Zamboanga is one of the 17 beneficiaries of this program.

One of the needed groundworks for the implementation of key activities is the conduct of Public Consultation aimed to inform the public about this project. This will help TESDA design new training programs demanded by the industry at high-level of national certificate and reskill and upskill TESDA trainers and assessors. The Gender and Development Services was invited to participate in the above-mentioned consultation, to share ideas on identifying possible higher-level qualifications (NC III, NC IV, and Diploma Program) along the identified project by SIPTVETS for RTC-Zamboanga.

We congratulate TESDA IX RTC!

#GADvocates #GADinACTION #GADZamboanga #tesdaixrtc


Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

August 6, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C4 - Lamisahan and Sangali

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

ย a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays) and is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performances. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

August 5, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C3 - Cabatangan

C4 - Upper Dulian and Bunguiao

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays) and is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding perfornaces. This also encourages the barangays to continously progress in delivering efficient, equitable and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

August 2, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C1 - Pasilmanta and Busay

C3 - Malagutay and Baliwasan

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays) and is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding perfornaces. This also encourages the barangays to continously progress in delivering efficient, equitable and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

August 1, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C3 - Cawit and Recodo

C4 - Panubigan

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays) and is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performances. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 31, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C1 - Tumalutab and Manalipa

C3 - San Jose Gusu and Campo Islam

C4 - Curuan and Quiniput

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays) and is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding perfornaces. This also encourages the barangays to continously progress in delivering efficient, equitable and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

ISO Training on Technical Guidance and Enhance of Operational Controls and Procedures via Zoom


July 30, 2024

Zoom Web Conference

ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard for creating, implementing, and maintaining a Quality Management System for an organization. This is to ensure that the clients will receive consistent delivery of quality products and services. The City Government of Zamboanga is now in the 6th Leg of the training, focusing on Technical Guidance and Enhance of Operational Controls and Procedures.

ย The Gender and Development Services, through Ms. Rizza Joy Albar and Josh Daryl,ย  is one of the participating offices in this series of activities. On its 6th Leg, the workshop is facilitated by the Resource Persons, Vanggie Diche and May De Leon from the Development Academy of the Philippines.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

#ISO9001 #QMS #qualitymanagementsystem

Training-Workshop on Science and Climate Change Communication

USAID Climate Change Resilient Cities (CRC) Project

July 30-31, 2024

Palacio del Sur, Marcian Garden Hotel, Zamboanga City

In the Republic Act. No. 10121, also known as the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act, the LGU or Local Government Unit must ensure the safety and resilience of the communities against the impacts of climate change and disasters. The US Government through the USAID launched the Climate Resilient Cities (CRC) project that will help Local Government Units in the Philippines (one of the world's disaster prone countries) adapt to, mitigate, and endure the impacts of climate change by increasing their access to climate financing and tools to build resilience.

The Gender and Development Services, through Mr. Wilfredo Aporongao, City GAD Officer, was invited to participate in the Training-Workshop on Science and Climate Change Communication held last July 30-31, 2024 at Palacio del Sur, Marcian Garden Hotel, Zamboanga City. This activity aims to capacitate key officers and development partners of the LGU in understanding Science Communication, communicating climate change, creating communication materials, and developing a communication plan and plan of action.

The Climate Resilient Cities project supports the Philippine governmentโ€™s National Climate Change Action Plan, Nationally Determined Contributions, and National Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management Roadmap, and advances the U.S. governmentโ€™s goal of tackling the climate crisis around the world. (www.usaid.gov/philippines)

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga


Seal of Good Local Governance assessment for Barangays

July 30, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C1 - Pamucutan and Lapaz

C3 - Taluksangay and Talabaan

C4 - Curuan and Quiniput

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays). It is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performances. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

ISO Training on Technical Guidance and Enhance of Operational Controls and Procedures via Zoom

July 30, 2024

Zoom Web Conference

ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard for creating, implementing, and maintaining a Quality Management System for an organization. This is to ensure that the clients will receive consistent delivery of quality products and services. The City Government of Zamboanga is now in the 6th Leg of the training, focusing on Technical Guidance and Enhance of Operational Controls and Procedures.

The Gender and Development Services through Ms. Rizza Joy Albar,ย  is one of the participating offices in this series of activity. On its 6th Leg, the workshop is facilitated by the Resource Person, Evangeline Diche from the Development Academy of the Philippines.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

#ISO9001 #QMS #qualitymanagementsystem


Monitoring Session of Safer Women Project Zamboanga Implementation with SALIGAN and DILG National Barangay Operations Office

July 30, 2024

Garden Orchid Hotel, Zamboanga City

As part of the working committee of the SAFER WOMEN Project in Zamboanga City, Mr. Wilfredo Aporongao of the Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office along with the team members from the other offices, gathered for the monitoring session with SALIGAN and DILG National Barangay Operations Office on the project's implementation, plans, concerns and emerging issues related to the roll-out of training. The findings of this session will be reported to the Governance in Justice Program.

The Safer Women Project in Zamboanga City is set to roll out the trainings to the remaining barangays after its pilot training. The series of training aims to accomplish the goal of the Zamboanga City Justice Zone.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga #SAFERWomen #SAFERWOMENZamboanga #ZamboangaCityJusticeZone #SALIGAN #DILG

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 29, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:ย 

C1 - Calarian and San Jose Cawa-Cawa

C3 - Boalan and Lumayang

C4 - Muti and Buenavista

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

ย a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays). It is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performances. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Inter-Agency Forum Deliberative Engagement of Tell Them: Deldem Project

July 26, 2024

Sungguniang Panlungsod of Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office through the City GAD Officer, Mr. Wilfredo Aporongao, participated in the concluding activity of Tell Them: Deldem project, spearheaded by Verdadero Liderato de los Jovenes para Progreso y Desarrollo de la Ciudad de Zamboanga (VERDAD) Organization, supported by the Youth Leadership for Democracy (YouthLed). This project empowers the youth to participate in democratic governance.

Together with other key agencies, the forum highlighted conversations about how the young people of today can be empowered and contribute to the community with their ideas and initiatives, strengthening their capacity to lead and engage with the different sectors that will help them succeed.ย 

We thank VERDAD Organization for inviting us, making Gender and Development an important part of these young leaders' journey to progress and development.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga #VERDAD #TELLTHEM #DELDEM


Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 26, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C2 - Zone I (AM) / Zone II (PM)

C3 - Tigtabon & Pangapuyan (ZCDDRMO)

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government to oversee the performance of the local government units (barangays). It is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performance. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 25, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C1 - San Roque

C3 - Landang Laumย  / Landang Gua (ZCDDRMO)

C4 - Sibulao/ Tagasilay

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays) and is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding perfornaces. This also encourages the barangays to continously progress in delivering efficient, equitable and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 24, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C2 - Lunzuran (AM) / Tumaga (PM)

C4 - Calabasa / Latuan

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays). It is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performances. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 23, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C1 - Dulian Pasonanca and Capisan

C2 - Pasonanca (AM) / Sta. Maria (PM)

C4 - Vitali and Mangusu

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays). It is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performances. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Gender and Development Semestral Performance Review

MidYear PAPs and GFPS Functionality Assessment

July 19, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel

The Gender and Developments Focal Point System Technical Working Group convened last July 19, 2024 at Grand Astoria Hotel for the MidYear PAPs and GFPS Functionality Assessment. The GFPS Secretariat, GAD Services of the City Mayor's Office facilitated the activity.

During the morning session, Mr. Wilfredo, City GAD Officer, presented the GAD Highlights and 1st Semester Accomplishment Report, and the 2nd Semester Activities that are to be implemented.

After the presentation, the members were oriented on GFPS Functionality Assessment Tool (GFAST), a tool that is designed to contribute to gender-responsive local governance by ensuring the working mechanism to mainstream GAD.

The afternoon session was dedicated to the Drafting of the GAD Plan and Budget 2025 which is due for submission and approval. This constitutes all the programs and advocacies to be implemented by GAD services including the individual program of the city departments in mainstreaming GAD.

We thank all the members of the GFPS for their attendance and active participation. As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GFPS #assessment #GFAST

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 19, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C2 - Guiwan

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays). It is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performances. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 18, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C2 - Lumbangan (AM) / Divisoria (PM)

C3 - Salaan (AM) / Pasobolong (PM)

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays) and is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performances. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 17, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C1 - Labuan

C2 - Talon-Talon(AM) / Kasanyangan (PM)

C3 -ย  Guisao (AM) / Culianan (PM)

C4 - Tigbalabag (AM) / Taguiti (PM)

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays). It is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performances. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 16, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit scheduled barangays per day.

For the today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C1 - Tulungatung (AM) / Baluno (PM)

C2 - Tugbungan (AM) / Tetuan (PM)

C3 - Mercedes (AM) / Zambowood (PM)

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays). It is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performance. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

ISO 9001:2015 QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WORKSHOP

July 12, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City

ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard for creating, implementing, and maintaining a Quality Management System for an organization. This is to ensure that the clients will receive consistent delivery of quality products and services. The City Government of Zamboanga is now in the 5th Leg of the QMS Workshop Training.

The Gender and Development Services one of the participating offices in this series of activity. On its 5th Leg, the workshop is facilitated by the Resource Person, Evangeline Diche from the Development Academy of the Philippines.

The Workshop Training started July 9 and culminated today, July 12, 2024 at Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

#ISO9001 #QMS #qualitymanagementsystem

Launching and Ribbon Cutting of Bakery for Reliable Economic Assistance and Developmentย  (BREAD) Project


July 12, 2024 | Zamboanga City Jail Female Dormitory

The Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office, represented by Joshua Daryl L. Sacares, has been invited to witness theย  launching of the new ZCJFD Bakery as part of the Bakery for Reliable Economic Assistance and Development (BREAD) Project at the Zamboanga City Jail Female Dormitory.

ย This is a collaborative project of DOST IX, TESDA, and ZCJFD, contributing to a comprehensive rehabilitation program for Female - Personsย  Deprived of Liberty (PDL), an opportunity to gain empowerment.

We congratulate the project organizers for this successful initiative! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #BREADProject #empoweringwomen

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays

July 12, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit eight scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C1 - Talisayan (AM) / Pamucutan (Cancelled due to Heavy Rains)

C2 - Arena Blanco (AM) / Mampang (PM)

C3 - Tolosa (AM) / Lanzones (PM)

C4 -ย  Tumitus (AM) / Limaong (PM)

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays). It is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performance. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

Orientation on the Use of Gender-Fair Language and SOGIESC among City Government Employees by CHRMO DAY 3

July 11, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel

The City Human Resource Management Office in coordination with the Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office is conducting an Orientation on the Use of the Gender-Fair Language and SOGIESC among City Government Employees from July 9 to 11, 2024 at Grand Astoria Hotel, this city. The activity will cater to 210 employees divided into three batches. Our new entrants also participated to learn more about the office.

The activity aims to incorporate gender sensitivity in using gender-fair language in all government documents, communication, and issuances and in their daily activities.

The office invited PCW National Gender Resource Pool Members, Prof Rosalyn R. Echem and Prof Arnold Ferolino to be the Resource Speakers in discussing the following:

1. GAD Basics and Policy Imperatives

2. Understanding SOGIESC

3. Gender-Fair Language.

We congratulate all the participants and the Training Team of CHRMO headed by Ms. Racquel Galdo for the successful conduct of the final batch.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

#GenderFairLanguage #SOGIESC #gadbasics

ISO 9001:2015 QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WORKSHOP

July 11, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City

ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard for creating, implementing, and maintaining a Quality Management System for an organization. This is to ensure that the clients will receive consistent delivery of quality products and services. The City Government of Zamboanga is now in the 5th Leg of the QMS Workshop Training.

The Gender and Development Services one of the participating offices in this series of activity. On its 5th Leg, the workshop is facilitated by the Resource Person, Evangeline Diche from the Development Academy of the Philippines. After the workshop, our GAD Team Member, Ms. Rizza Joy Albar presented to the body the Crafted Standardized Management Procedures of Gender and Development Programs and Activities.ย 

The Workshop Training started July 9 and will run until Friday, July 12, 2024 at Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

#ISO9001 #QMS #qualitymanagementsystem

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays Day 2

July 11, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit eight scheduled barangays per day.

For today's assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

C1 - Patalon (AM) / Sinubong (PM)

C2 - Sta. Catalina (AM) / Sta. Barbara (PM)

C3 - Cabaluay (AM) / Cacao (PM)

C4 will resume its schedule of assessment tomorrow, July 12.

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays). It is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding performances. This also encourages the barangays to continuously progress in delivering efficient, equitable, and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga #SGLGB

Orientation on the Use of Gender-Fair Language and SOGIESC among City Government Employees by CHRMO DAY 2

July 10, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel

The City Human Resource Management Office in coordination with the Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office is conducting an Orientaton on the Use of the Gender-Fair Language and SOGIESC among City Government Employees from July 9 to 11, 2024 at Grand Astoria Hotel, this city. The activity will cater 210 employees divided into three batches. Our new entrants also particpated to learn more about the office.

The activity aims to incorporate gender sensitivity in using gender-fair language in all government documents, communication and issuances and in their daily activities.

The office invited PCW National Gender Resource Pool Members, Prof Rosalyn R. Echem and Prof Arnold Ferolino to be the Resource Speakers in discussing the following:

1. GAD Basics and Policy Imperatives

2. Understanding SOGIESC

3. Gender-Fair Language.

We congratulate all the participants and the Training Team of CHRMO headed by Ms. Racquel Galdo for the successful conduct of the second batch.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

#GenderFairLanguage #SOGIESC #gadbasics

ISO 9001:2015 QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WORKSHOP


July 10, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City

ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard for creating, implementing, and maintaining a Quality Management System for an organization. This is to ensure that the clients will receive consistent delivery of quality products and services.

The City Government of Zamboanga is now in the 5th Leg of the QMS Workshop Training.

The Gender and Development Services one of the participating offices in this series of activity. On its 5th Leg the workshop is facilitate by the Resource Person, Evangeline Diche from the Development Academy of the Philippines.ย 

The Workshop Training started July 9 and will run until Friday, July 12, 2024 at Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

#ISO9001 #QMS #qualitymanagementsystem

ISO 9001:2015 QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WORKSHOP

July 9, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City

ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized standard for creating, implementing, and maintaining a Quality Management System for an organization. This is to ensure that the clients will receive consistent delivery of quality products and services.

The City Government of Zamboanga is now in the 5th Leg of the QMS Workshop Training. The Gender and Development Services one of the participating offices in this series of activity. On its first day in Leg 5, the workshop focused on QMS Documented Information and Developing the QMS Manual with the Resource Person, Evangeline Diche from the Development Academy of the Philippines.ย 

The Workshop Training started July 9 and will run until Friday, July 12, 2024 at Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga #ISO9001 #QMS #qualitymanagementsystem

Orientation on the Use of Gender-Fair Language and SOGIESC among City Government Employees by CHRMO DAY 1

July 9, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel

The City Human Resource Management Office in coordination with the Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office is conducting an Orientation on the Use of the Gender-Fair Language and SOGIESC among City Government Employees from July 9 to 11, 2024 at Grand Astoria Hotel, this city. The activity will cater to 210 employees divided into three batches. Our new entrants in the office also participated to learn more about the office.

The activity aims to incorporate gender sensitivity in using gender-fair language in all government documents, communication, and issuances and in their daily activities.

The office invited PCW National Gender Resource Pool Members, Prof Rosalyn R. Echem and Prof Arnold Ferolino to be the Resource Speakers in discussing the following:

1. GAD Basics and Policy Imperatives

2. Understanding SOGIESC

3. Gender-Fair Language.

We congratulate all the participants and the Training Team of CHRMO headed by Ms. Racquel Galdo for the successful conduct of the first batch.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga

#GenderFairLanguage #SOGIESC #gadbasics

Seal of Good Local Governance Assessment for Barangays Day 1

July 9, 2024

Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services is part of the SGLGB Team for the annual performance assessment evaluating the barangays based on various governance areas. The Zamboanga City Team is divided into four clusters, that will simultaneously visit eight scheduled barangays per day.

For the first day of the assessment, the cluster teams visited the following:

Cluster 1 - Limpapa (AM) / Ayala (PM)

Cluster 2 - Rio Hondo (AM)/ Mariki (PM)

Cluster 3 -ย  Manicahan (AM) / Lapakan (PM)

Cluster 4 - Licomo (AM) / Tictapul (PM)

The Gender and Development Services is tasked to verify the following documents:

a. GAD Plan 2023

b. Accomplishment Report 2023

C. Executive Order on the Establishment of Barangay GAD Focal Point System

The SGLGB Assessment is a mandate of the Department of the Interior and Local Government in overseeing the performance of the local government units (barangays) and is also a recognition system designed to distinguish those with outstanding perfornaces. This also encourages the barangays to continously progress in delivering efficient, equitable and quality public services. (DILG Memorandum Circular 2024-068)

We congratulate all barangays who prepared and successfully presented their achievements to the assessment teams! As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADinAction #GADZamboanga #SGLGB

Noche de Orgullo

July 5, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City

Wrapping up the Pride Month with a Celebration recognizing champions in making a change in the society! The Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office in partnership with Mujer LGBT Organization spearheaded a culminating activity, wrapping up the Pride Month Celebration 2024. The event presented an opportunity to recognize Change Makers who have made great efforts to support the advocacy and mission of the LGBTQIA+ community:

1. City Mayor, Hon. John M. Dalipe

2. City Councilor, Hon Al-jihan Edding

3. Chairperson, Hon. Amie Cabato for Barangay Baliwasan

4. GAD Focal, Ramonita Bucog for Barangay Mampang

5. Chairperson, Hon. Los Eli B. Angeles

Adding colors to the night, the event invited performances from renowned Drag Queens in the city.

We once again congratulate everyone for the hard work done for the most colorful month of the year, celebrating Pride, Colors, and Diversity. Let us continue the pursuit of equality!

๐“•๐“ฎ๐“ต๐“ฒ๐”ƒ ๐“œ๐“ฎ๐“ผ ๐“ญ๐“ฎ ๐“ž๐“ป๐“ฐ๐“พ๐“ต๐“ต๐“ธ!

#Pride2024 #PrideMonth2024 #Orgullo2024

#ShareWithPride #pridemonth

2024 Midyear GAD Accomplishment Report (January-June)

2024 Midyear GAD Accomplishment Report

January to June

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates #GADAccomplishments #GADZamboanga


PRIDE TALKS: A forum for the LGBTQIA+ Community


June 29, 2024

Sangguniang Panlungsod Session Hall

The Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office was invited by the Sangguniang Kabataan Zamboanga City Federation headed by the SK National President, Youth Commisioner Hon. CJ Dalipe for the PRIDE TALKS: A forum for the LGBTQIA+ Community last June 29, 2024 at Sangguniang Panlungsod of Zamboanga Session Hall.

The forum presented relevant concepts in knowing one's individuality:

1. Understanding Self by Prof. Magnolia Grefalde

2. Express Yourself by Ms. Hershey Wencislao Pablo

3. Know Your Rights by Atty. Mimi Santos

The winners of the Mask Making Contest held last June 27, 2024 during the Pride Congress were also awarded during the forum.

We congratulate the SK Zamboanga City Federation on the success of the activity.

Junto-junto kita empuja mas el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

๐“•๐“ฎ๐“ต๐“ฒ๐”ƒ ๐“œ๐“ฎ๐“ผ ๐“ญ๐“ฎ ๐“ž๐“ป๐“ฐ๐“พ๐“ต๐“ต๐“ธ!

#Pride2024 #PrideMonth2024 #Orgullo2024

#ShareWithPride #pridemonth

MARCHA DE ORGULLO 2024


June 27, 2024

City Fire District to Plaza Pershing

Throughout June, Pride Month not only gives the LGBTQ+ community the opportunity to celebrate, but it also gives them the opportunity to peacefully protest and raise awareness of any of the current issues they face.

As part of showing support and to the goals, including eliminating inequalities and promoting gender equality, the City Government of Zamboanga through the Gender and Development Services of the Office of the City Mayor, in coordination with the Mujer-LGBT Organization and LGBTQ+ Zamboanga Federation will spearheaded the MARCHA DE ORGULLO 2024 the local theme: ORGULLO 2024: โ€œCelebracion de Amor, Amistad y Coloresโ€.

The Parade assembled at City Fire District at Mayor Jaldon Street, passing by the Zamboanga City Hall and ended at Plaza Pershing for the program proper. The Program was graced by the presence of the City Mayor and GAD Chairperson, Hon. John Dalipe, City Vice Mayor Pinpin Pareja and Councilor Jihan Edding. Each has showed their support and commitment in their solidarity messages. We were also able to listen to Councilor Lilibeth Macrohon Nuรฑo, in her words of encouragement through a video message.

The activity also recognized individuals from the Senior Citizen Sector and PWD Sector as they share their experience of discrimination and inequality.

As we culminate this beautiful celebration, let us be reminded of Mayor John's message that "Marcha de Orgullo 2024 is not only aย  day of celebration, it is also A CALL TO ACTION. We must continue to fight against discrimination and prejudice. We must educate and raise awareness about the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community. Each one of us has a role to play in creating a society where everyone is respected and valued. Let us pledge to be allies,ย  to support one another, and to speak out against injustice.

Junto-junto kita empuja mas el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

๐“•๐“ฎ๐“ต๐“ฒ๐”ƒ ๐“œ๐“ฎ๐“ผ ๐“ญ๐“ฎ ๐“ž๐“ป๐“ฐ๐“พ๐“ต๐“ต๐“ธ!

#Pride2024 #PrideMonth2024 #Orgullo2024

#ShareWithPride #pridemonth

PRIDE CONGRESS 2024


June 27, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City

The Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office in partnership with Mujer-LGBT Organization held this year's Pride Congress last June 27, 2024 at Grand Astoria Hotel, this city. Participants of the activity are the LGBTQIA+ Organizations organized in the barangays.

This year's congress highlighted the achievements of the members of the community in the industry of Fashion, Design and Make-up Artistry. These distinguished individuals stood as guests in the morning session, sharing their struggles in the industry and how they have overcome it, leaving an inspiration for the participants in their own journey.

The congress also featured the artistic skills of the participants through the Mask Making Contest, sponsored by the Sangguniang Kabataan Zamboanga City Federation, giving them the avenue to unleash their true self represented in their respective masks. Winners of the said contest will be awarded on June 29 at Sangguniang Panlungsod.

Junto-junto kita empuja mas el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

๐“•๐“ฎ๐“ต๐“ฒ๐”ƒ ๐“œ๐“ฎ๐“ผ ๐“ญ๐“ฎ ๐“ž๐“ป๐“ฐ๐“พ๐“ต๐“ต๐“ธ!

#Pride2024 #PrideMonth2024 #Orgullo2024

#ShareWithPride #pridemonth

1st Semestral Assembly of Barangay GAD Advocate Alliance


June 25, 2024

Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City

The Barangay GAD Advocate Alliance convened for their 1st Semestral Assembly for this year last June 25, 2024 at Grand Astoriaย  Hotel, this city.ย 

Pursuant to Section 24, Article I of the City Ordinance No. 580 or otherwise known as โ€œThe 2022 Revised Gender and Development Code of Zamboanga Cityโ€ which provides for the creation of the Barangay Gender and Development Advocate Alliance and conduct of General Assembly to monitor and ensure that the city plans and programs for gender and development are harmonized with the 98 barangays.

This mechanism is put in place to effectively carry out the mandate of the provisions of the law and the goals of gender and development at the barangay level. This initiative is also in consonance with City Ordinance No. 356 otherwise known as โ€œAn Order Creating the Barangay Gender and Development Focal Persons Committee, Prescribing and Defining its Functions and Providing Funds Thereofโ€.

The following matters were discussed during the assembly:

a. 2024 Barangay GAD Plans and Budgets Updates

b. Preparation of GAD Plan and Budget 2025 and Accomplishment Report 2023

c. Orientation on the Seal of Good Local Governance for Barangays

d. SAFER Women Project Roll-out

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo Ciudad de Zamboanga! Para na igualdad de genero!

#GADvocates#BarangayGAD#BarangayGADAdvocateAlliance #semestralassembly

Final Meeting for Marcha de Orgullo 2024


June 24, 2024

CHRMO Conference Hall

Together with its key partners, the Gender and Development Services together with Mujer-LGBT Organization and SK National President Carol Julianne "CJ" Dalipe, wrapped up the preparations for the grandest Pride Parade in the City on June 27, 2024 dubbed as Marcha de Orgullo 2024.

We can't wait to see everyone in their best colors! See you on Thursday!

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja mas el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo ciudad de Zamboanga!

Para na igualdad de genero! ๐“•๐“ฎ๐“ต๐“ฒ๐”ƒ ๐“œ๐“ฎ๐“ผ ๐“ญ๐“ฎ ๐“ž๐“ป๐“ฐ๐“พ๐“ต๐“ต๐“ธ!

#PrideMonth2024 #Orgullo2024

#ShareWithPride #PrideMonth2024


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June 22, 2024

Ateneo de Zamboanga University

The Gender and Development Services of the City Mayor's Office was invited to be resource speakers for the ADZU SACSI Office's ๐—•๐—˜๐—ž๐—ฆ๐—ฑ๐˜‚๐—ธ๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜†๐—ผ๐—ป: ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ฟ-๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ธ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฝ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—š๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—”๐—ฑ๐˜ƒ๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€. The team presented the following key topics to the participants, who came from the different universities in the city:

GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT BASICS

By Cyril Ganob

GENDER-FAIR LANGUAGE

By John Carlo Magnun

SAFE SPACES ACT

By Wilfredo Aporongao

The activity is part of their month-long celebration of pride.

As we say, junto-junto kita empuja mas el buen estar de todo, para na inclusivo cambio, progreso y desarollo ciudad de Zamboanga!

Para na igualdad de genero! ๐“•๐“ฎ๐“ต๐“ฒ๐”ƒ ๐“œ๐“ฎ๐“ผ ๐“ญ๐“ฎ ๐“ž๐“ป๐“ฐ๐“พ๐“ต๐“ต๐“ธ!

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