21/05/2026
May 20, 2026 | Wednesday
โจCAPACITY DEVELOPMENT ON REPUBLIC ACT 11596 For Muslim Leaders, LCPC & LCAT-VAWC Members, and Punong Barangays โจ
The Municipality of Alamada successfully conducted the Capacity Development on RA 11596 through the partnership of the Commission on Human Rights Region XII (CHR XII) and the Local Government Unit of Alamada through the MSWDO Office with a total of 155 participants composed of Muslim Leaders, LCPC & LCAT-VAWC Members, and Punong Barangays. The activity aimed to strengthen awareness and collaboration in promoting and protecting the rights and welfare of children held at the 3rd floor, Settlers Hall, Municipal Building, Alamada, Cotabato.
The activity featured informative discussions on the following topics:
๐ State Responsibility of LGU on Child Rights
๐ค Sarah L. Alamada โ MLGOO, Alamada
๐ Trends and Data on Early Pregnancy
๐ค Dr. Ala Encajonado โ Municipal Health Officer, Alamada
๐ Shariah-Based Perspective on Anti-Child Marriage and its Jurisdiction
๐ค Atty. Agor Q. Quitor, SCL, RAIS โ Acting Regional Director, NCMF-SOCCSKSARGEN
๐ Fatwa on Child Marriage
๐ค Ustadz Alimolma Abdullah โ Chairperson, Arabic Teachers Association
๐ Orientation on the Salient Features of RA 11596
๐ค Atty. Stephanie D. Publico-Lopez โ Attorney IV, CHR-XIII
We also extend our sincere appreciation to the following officials for their inspiring messages and support:
๐ค Hon. Gandawali P. Tamay โ Municipal Councilor, Alamada
๐ค Hon. Abdillah D. Abi โ Municipal Councilor, Alamada
Our heartfelt gratitude to CHR XII, LGU Alamada through the MSWDO Office, all speakers, facilitators, organizers, and the 155 participants for making this activity successful and meaningful. Your dedication and commitment continue to strengthen our collective advocacy in preventing child marriage, protecting childrenโs rights, and building safer and more empowered communities.
Together, let us continue to uphold and protect the rights and welfare of every child.