Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee - IV Mimaropa

27/08/2026

20/08/2026

JJWC Statement on the Shooting Incident at the Ateneo de Zamboanga
University Junior High School

We are deeply saddened by the shooting incident at the Ateneo de Zamboanga University Junior High School, which claimed the lives of two children.

As authorities work to put together the details of what happened, we want to be clear that these were children. Their privacy, dignity, and their families’ privacy must be protected at all costs. Their identities and personal circumstances should not be unnecessarily disclosed or circulated.

We ask the public, the media, and everyone to exercise real restraint and care in reporting and sharing information. Sensationalizing a tragedy like this by sharing names, photos, videos, or other identifying details only adds to the pain already felt by the families, students, and community affected by this incident.

We urge everyone to refrain from disseminating unverified information and allow the proper authorities and the school to address the incident to ensure the safety of the students and the community. School safety and the protection of our students remain paramount, especially in the face of such a traumatic event.

Our deepest sympathies are with the families of the students, their classmates, teachers, and the entire Ateneo de Zamboanga University community. We appeal to everyone to act with compassion and responsibility, ensuring the safety, privacy, dignity, and well-being of our children remain at the center of our response to this tragic incident.

19/08/2026

‎📣 INVITATION FOR SOCIAL WORKERS HANDLING CICL CASES 📣
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‎Help shape policy and improve legal and psychosocial interventions for Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL)!
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‎Join us for the Online Orientation & Survey on the Evaluation of the Discernment Assessment Tool. Your expert feedback on restorative justice practices and discernment assessments will directly inform future legal aid and diversion programs.
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‎🗓 When: August 26, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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‎📍 Where: Zoom Platform
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‎🎫Registration Link : https://forms.gle/csjB1BBpyPcQAZzeA
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‎📢Important Reminders: To access the Zoom details for the said activity, please use your registered email address when signing up through the provided Google link. Once registered, the Zoom Meeting ID and Password will be sent to the email address you provided.
‎Thank you.
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12/08/2026

CONGRATULATIONS, ATTY. BRENDA E. CANAPI! 🎉
The Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee (RJJWC) MIMAROPA extends its heartfelt congratulations to Atty. Brenda E. Canapi on her designation as the Regional Director of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Region IV-B.
We look forward to continuing our strong partnership in protecting, promoting, and advocating for the rights and welfare of children across the MIMAROPA region.
Wishing you success in your new leadership role, Atty. Canapi! ⚖️✨
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11/06/2026

JJWC STRENGTHENS GENDER-RESPONSIVE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council (JJWC), through its Gender and Development (GAD) Focal Point System (GFPS), equipped the capacity of its GFPS members and staff on gender analysis tools during a five-day workshop held on May 25 – 29, 2026 in Clark, Pampanga.
The activity capacitated the participants with practical tools and strategies to better integrate gender perspectives into the agency’s programs, projects, and activities (PPAs). Sessions covered the Harmonized Gender and Development Guidelines (HGDG), Gender Mainstreaming Evaluation Framework (GMEF) and the development of GAD-attributed programs and proposals.
As part of the workshop, participants reviewed the agency’s 2026 GAD Plan and Budget to ensure that identified gender issues are effectively addressed and that all planned interventions remain gender-responsive.
Read the full story: https://www.jjwc.gov.ph/jjwc-strengthens-gender.../

JJWC STRENGTHENS GENDER-RESPONSIVE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council (JJWC), through its Gender and Development (GAD) Focal Point System (GFPS), equipped the capacity of its GFPS members and staff on gender analysis tools during a five-day workshop held on May 25 – 29, 2026 in Clark, Pampanga.

The activity capacitated the participants with practical tools and strategies to better integrate gender perspectives into the agency’s programs, projects, and activities (PPAs). Sessions covered the Harmonized Gender and Development Guidelines (HGDG), Gender Mainstreaming Evaluation Framework (GMEF) and the development of GAD-attributed programs and proposals.

As part of the workshop, participants reviewed the agency’s 2026 GAD Plan and Budget to ensure that identified gender issues are effectively addressed and that all planned interventions remain gender-responsive.

Read the full story: https://www.jjwc.gov.ph/jjwc-strengthens-gender-responsive-programs-and-services/

10/06/2026

"Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded." — Jess Lair

08/06/2026

Distance can never diminish the love and sacrifices of our modern-day heroes who work tirelessly overseas to provide a better life for their families. The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council joins the nation in honoring our brave migrant workers, whose dedication keeps countless Filipino homes alive with hope. As you look after your families from afar, please know that we are also here on the ground, working hard to protect and defend the rights of the children you hold dear. Thank you for your resilience and your unwavering commitment to your loved ones.

08/06/2026

JJWC remains focused on making the world a kinder place for the youth. Your support for their welfare is an investment in a better tomorrow.

03/06/2026

"Not all classrooms have four walls." — Unknown

01/06/2026

What does a healthy future look like for our youth? It starts with the air they breathe and the healthy habits they build today. National No-Smoking Month reminds us that protecting children from substance use is a shared responsibility that shapes their tomorrow.
At the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council, we believe that every child deserves a supportive environment free from harmful vices. By steering them away from smoking, we are not just protecting their health but also guiding them toward a safer and more meaningful path in life.

What does a healthy future look like for our youth? It starts with the air they breathe and the healthy habits they build today. National No-Smoking Month reminds us that protecting children from substance use is a shared responsibility that shapes their tomorrow.

At the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council, we believe that every child deserves a supportive environment free from harmful vices. By steering them away from smoking, we are not just protecting their health but also guiding them toward a safer and more meaningful path in life.