CPD Region IX

01/09/2026

𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐈𝐗 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥–𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐄𝐝 𝐈𝐗 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭-𝐀-𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐏𝐓𝐀/𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦

The Commission on Population and Development Region IX (CPD IX) actively participated in the Regional Adopt-A-School Training cm PTA/Partners Forum led by the Department of Education (DepEd) Region IX at Manuel’s Resort, Piñan, Zamboanga del Norte.
The activity brought together schools, parents, and key stakeholders to reinforce collaboration and shared accountability in advancing learners’ well-being and development.

Serving as a platform for convergence, the forum highlighted best practices and strategic approaches to strengthening school–community partnerships. Discussions emphasized the role of collective action in creating safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments, while promoting quality education and the holistic development of children and youth.

Aligned with the FOCUS 2026–2028: Advancing Adolescent Health and Development Framework, CPD IX underscored the importance of multi-sectoral engagement, particularly in supporting child protection and youth development initiatives within school and community settings.

CPD IX reaffirms its commitment to working closely with DepEd and partners in empowering learners and fostering resilient communities through sustained collaboration and shared responsibility.

01/09/2026

01/09/2026

𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐈𝐗 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝, 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐎𝐂𝐔𝐒 𝐀𝐇𝐃 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟖 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤

The Commission on Population and Development (CPD) Region IX provided technical assistance to ChildFund during the Training of Trainers on “My Body, My Roles: Protecting Children Through Awareness,” held on August 25–27, 2026, at Mibang Hotel, Dipolog City. The three-day activity aimed to strengthen participants’ capacity to promote child protection through awareness, advocacy, and prevention, while enhancing their facilitation skills to effectively lead discussions in schools and communities.

Anchored on the FOCUS 2026–2028: Advancing Adolescent Health and Development (AHD) Framework, the training reinforced the Child Protection pillar, emphasizing the creation of safe and enabling environments for children and youth. It highlighted the importance of equipping duty-bearers and community advocates with the knowledge and skills to prevent abuse, respond to risks, and uphold the rights and well-being of young people. The sessions underscored that protecting children is a shared responsibility among families, schools, communities, and local governments.

A key outcome of the activity was the formation of the first cohort of Child Protection Champions, who are expected to lead advocacy and awareness initiatives in their respective areas. Participants also collaboratively developed a Child Protection Advocacy Plan, outlining strategies to sustain community-based education, strengthen referral mechanisms, and promote preventive actions against violence and exploitation.

Through this initiative, CPD IX continues to advance its mandate of integrating population and development strategies at the local level by supporting partners and strengthening multi-sectoral collaboration. The activity affirms CPD IX’s commitment to safeguarding children and empowering youth, ensuring that they grow in environments where they are informed, respected, and protected.

01/09/2026

𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐈𝐗 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐉𝐑. 𝐊𝐀𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐀 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

The Commission on Population and Development Region IX (CPD IX) conducted the JR. KATROPA Training on August 25–27, 2026, at Top Plaza Hotel, Dipolog City, bringing together Municipal Population Officers, Local Youth Development Officers, Sangguniang Kabataan officials, Indigenous Peoples leaders, and male community leaders from Sindangan, Siayan, Sergio Osmeña, and Zamboanga City. The activity aimed to strengthen male engagement in adolescent health, family planning, and responsible parenthood, aligning with the FOCUS 2026–2028: Advancing Adolescent Health and Development Framework presented during the training.

The three-day activity featured seven core sessions covering responsible masculinity, sexuality, family relationships, fatherhood, family planning, and healthy lifestyles. Participants actively engaged through group facilitation, return demonstrations, and peer learning, demonstrating strong collaboration and ownership of the sessions. The inclusion of female MPOs enriched discussions by fostering deeper understanding of gender perspectives, communication, and shared responsibilities within relationships and families.

The opening message from CPD IX Regional Director EnP Leticia Dolores II C. Abao and the welcome message of Zamboanga del Norte Provincial Population Officer Maria Teresa N. Paquibot emphasized the critical role of family planning and male involvement in advancing adolescent health outcomes. Pre- and post-tests were administered to assess knowledge gains, while structured group activities and hosting responsibilities enhanced participant engagement and learning.

The training concluded with an Action Planning Workshop, where participating LGUs developed strategies for local implementation. Through this initiative, CPD IX continues to build the capacity of local stakeholders and promote collaborative, gender-responsive approaches that empower adolescents to make informed and healthy life choices.

27/08/2026

26/08/2026

💗 Ang S.M.A.R.T. na Pamilya, Panalo! 💗
Tara! Usap Tayo sa Family Planning!

Ngayong National Family Planning Month, sama-sama nating isulong ang isang pamilyang may tamang kaalaman, aktibong nagpapasya, responsable, at handang humarap sa kinabukasan. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

🔹 S – Sama-samang nagpaplano
🔹 M – May tamang kaalaman
🔹 A – Aktibong nagpapasya para sa kalusugan
🔹 R – Responsableng pagpapamilya
🔹 T – Tiyak na may maginhawang kinabukasan

Ang family planning ay tungkol sa pag-uusap, tamang impormasyon, responsableng pagpapasya, at pangangalaga sa kalusugan ng buong pamilya.

💬 Tara, usap tayo! Dahil ang pamilyang marunong magplano, mas handang bumuo ng mas malusog, mas matatag, at mas magandang kinabukasan. 💕

25/08/2026

𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐈𝐗 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐥, 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞

📅 August 21, 2026 — The Commission on Population and Development Region IX (CPD IX) joined the Youth Health Summit organized by the Rizal Rural Health Unit at the Colegio de San Francisco Javier of Rizal, Zamboanga del Norte, Inc., as part of its Action Plan following the successful conduct of the Peer Facilitator Training.

The summit provided a meaningful platform for young people to enhance their knowledge, skills, and confidence in making healthy and informed choices. Through continued collaboration among local health partners, young people are empowered to become active advocates for their own well-being and contribute to building healthier communities.

Together, we continue to empower young people, strengthen youth participation, and invest in a healthier and brighter future for all. 💙

25/08/2026

𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐈𝐗 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐈𝐋𝐆 𝐈𝐗 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐎𝐂𝐔𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟖 𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤

PAGADIAN CITY — The Commission on Population and Development Region IX (CPD IX), led by Regional Director EnP Leticia Dolores II C. Abao, LPT, MDM, paid a courtesy visit to Department of the Interior and Local Government Region IX (DILG IX) Regional Director Pablio L. Benitez, Jr., PhD, CESO V to reinforce inter-agency collaboration in addressing key demographic and youth development challenges in the Zamboanga Peninsula.

During the meeting, RD Abao presented the current demographic and socioeconomic situation of Region IX, highlighting critical concerns on adolescent pregnancy, poverty incidence, and cases of stunting and wasting among young people. She also apprised the newly-installed DILG IX Regional Director of the FOCUS 2026–2028: Advancing Adolescent Health and Development (AAHD) framework, a RDC-approved three-year multi-sectoral roadmap designed to harmonize and scale up interventions for adolescent well-being.

Central to the discussion was the strengthening of adolescent health priorities within the Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG), particularly the functionality of community and school-based Teen Centers to ensure accessible and responsive services for adolescents across LGUs. The engagement also explored the potential role of CPD IX as technical partners in the assessment and monitoring of these facilities to support quality implementation at the local level.

It was likewise emphasized that the FOCUS 2026–2028 AAHD Plan already defines clear roles for DILG IX as part of the officially approved regional framework. These provisions are now being further revisited and enhanced in light of the new DILG IX leadership to ensure stronger alignment, improved coordination, and more responsive implementation moving forward.

In support of deeper grassroots engagement, CPD IX also sought DILG IX’s assistance in integrating adolescent health and development into regular Barangay Assemblies, strengthening institutional POPDEV structures across LGUs, and mobilizing the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) as active partners in youth development initiatives.

Further, RD Abao underscored the vital role of DILG in strengthening local governance mechanisms through the creation, institutionalization, and support of Municipal/City Implementing Teams (MIT/CIT) under the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health (RPRH) Law. These structures are essential in ensuring coordinated planning, implementation, and monitoring of RPRH and population development programs at the LGU level.

DILG IX management, for its part, expressed commitment to explore avenues to further strengthen engagement, particularly in endorsing and supporting key POPDEV programs and initiatives at the LGU and SK levels. This commitment is seen as a strategic opportunity to deepen local ownership and accelerate the implementation of adolescent health interventions across the region.

20/08/2026

𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐈𝐗 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝟑𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬' 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

The Commission on Population and Development (CPD) Region IX participated in the 37th National Statistics Month (NSM) Agency Statisticians’ Meeting held via Google Meet on August 19, 2026, represented by Planning Officer I Ayesa Gay Bejerano.

The meeting focused on preparations for the October 2026 celebration of the 37th NSM, anchored on the theme: “𝙏𝙪𝙠𝙡𝙖𝙨 𝙋𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙨: 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙨 𝙖𝙨 𝘽𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙤𝙣 𝙏𝙤𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙨 𝙄𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙫𝙚, 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙏𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙢.”

During the meeting, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) presented the proposed layouts for NSM streamers and shirts, along with suggested activities that participating agencies and partner organizations may undertake in support of the celebration.

The PSA also announced the schedule of the major NSM activities:

📅 𝙊𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 – 𝙊𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙮, 𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙏𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙢 (𝘿𝙊𝙏)
📅 𝙊𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝟮𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 – 𝘾𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙮, 𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙠𝙤 𝙎𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙨

The meeting served as an important platform for agencies to share updates, align preparations, and strengthen collaboration toward a meaningful celebration of the 37th National Statistics Month.

20/08/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐈𝐗 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

August 19, 2026 — CPD IX participated in the 2026 Property Officers Meeting organized by the Government Service Insurance System Pagadian Branch at Chandler Suites, Pagadian City.

The meeting aimed to strengthen awareness and compliance with government property insurance requirements, featuring discussions on COA Memorandum Circulars, GSIS insurance products, and updates on the workflow for policy issuance and claims settlement.

Highlights of the event included the recognition of Seal of Protection awardees and top-performing agencies for FY 2025, as well as discussions on safeguarding government assets against various risks and disasters.

Participants were reminded of their shared responsibility as faithful keepers of the people’s property, with GSIS and property officers working together as partners in protecting public assets.

Together, we strengthen our commitment to protecting government property and serving the public with accountability and responsibility. 💪