DICT Region IVB - Palawan

04/09/2026

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁!

On September 2, 2026, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) conducted an 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝗭𝗼𝗼𝗺. The session covered PNPKI and cybersecurity, equipping participants with knowledge on securing digital transactions, protecting sensitive information, and promoting responsible technology use in the workplace.

As part of the activity, participants were guided through and completed the PNPKI online registration process, taking an important step toward secure digital authentication and electronic transactions. The session also introduced eGovPH, highlighting how digital platforms can provide government services in a faster, more accessible, and convenient way.

Through this initiative, LGU-Cagayancillo continues to strengthen its digital capabilities and embrace technology toward a more secure, responsive, and digitally empowered local government.

03/09/2026

𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗧 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗲𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗣𝗛 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗡𝗣𝗞𝗜 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹

On September 1, 2026, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Palawan conducted an orientation on the eGovPH Super App and PNPKI at the 𝗚𝗔𝗗 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻, 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗻. The activity introduced government personnel to the eGovPH Super App as a convenient platform for accessing government services and promoted PNPKI for secure and legally recognized digital signatures and electronic transactions.

The orientation highlighted the importance of digital trust, cybersecurity, and digital transformation in promoting efficient, secure, and digitally enabled government services. As part of the activity, actual PNPKI registration was also facilitated, providing participants with hands-on assistance in the registration process.

Through this initiative, DICT Palawan continues to support local government units in adopting secure, efficient, and innovative digital solutions toward a more connected and digitally empowered government.

02/09/2026

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐏𝐓𝐂𝐈 𝐎𝐉𝐓𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

On September 2, 2026, the 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 (𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐓) conducted a brief orientation for its On-the-Job Trainees from 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐜. (𝐏𝐓𝐂𝐈), highlighting emerging technologies and digital tools that may support them as graduating students and future professionals.

This activity aimed to equip the trainees with relevant knowledge and awareness of current technological trends as they prepare to enter the workforce.

02/09/2026

LEVEL UP YOUR DIGITAL SKILLS THIS SEPTEMBER!

Looking to build in-demand skills, earn industry-recognized badges, and strengthen your career toolkit?

DICT PALAWAN is offering FREE online self-paced trainings this September 2–30, 2026!

Choose the training that fits your goals:

🤖 PROMPT LIKE AN ENGINEER — 9 Hours
Learn to apply an engineering mindset to AI, design and improve prompts, work with local and cloud LLMs, and evaluate AI outputs.

🌐 NETWORKING DEVICES AND INITIAL CONFIGURATION — 22 Hours
Build your networking foundation and learn the essentials of network devices and their initial configuration.

🛡️ NETWORK DEFENSE — 27 Hours
Learn the fundamentals of network security, including monitoring, security alerts, access control, firewalls, cloud security, and cryptography.

📄 BUILD YOUR RESUME WITH AI — 9 Hours
Use AI to improve and customize your resume while protecting your privacy and staying true to your actual skills and experiences.

✨ Why join?
✅ FREE
✅ Beginner-friendly
✅ Online self-paced
✅ Learn at your own pace
✅ Earn badges upon completion
✅ Develop practical, career-ready digital skills

📅 Training Period: September 2–30, 2026

🔗 ENROLL NOW:

🤖 Prompt Like an Engineer:
👉 https://www.netacad.com/courses/apply-ai-prompt-like-engineer?courseLang=en-US&instance_id=e0bd5580-64c0-45d3-947f-a2579e38fb66

🌐 Networking Devices and Initial Configuration:
👉 https://www.netacad.com/courses/networking-devices-and-initial-configuration?courseLang=en-US&instance_id=03afaefd-656a-4104-9deb-ed4f1471beef

🛡️ Network Defense:
👉 https://www.netacad.com/courses/network-defense?courseLang=en-US&instance_id=0eb55ba2-0eae-4a8b-97ac-d04644b6e3d3

📄 Build Your Resume with AI:
👉 https://www.netacad.com/courses/apply-ai-build-your-resume-ai?courseLang=en-US&instance_id=c55ec7ff-0b55-470e-b5b8-5b8e0128679b

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, upskill, and earn! Share this post with friends, students, jobseekers, professionals, and anyone who wants to strengthen their digital skills.

02/09/2026

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬

From August 26–28, 2026, A 3-days Training on 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐟𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬, focusing on Word and Excel, It was conducted at the Municipal Hall Conference Room, Brooke’s Point, Palawan.

The training brought together barangay officials and secretaries from Brooke’s Point, along with the BPSAT Barangay Training Coordinator, strengthening their digital skills for more efficient and productive public service.

“Stronger digital skills, better service for the community.”

02/09/2026

𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭-𝐆𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝

The Philippine Startup Challenge is back for its 11th year – and it’s evolving to better support the next generation of Filipino innovators 🚀

For over a decade, the Philippine Startup Challenge (PSC) has empowered student innovators across the country to think boldly, solve real-world challenges, and take their first steps into the Philippine startup ecosystem. As it enters its 11th year, PSC will introduce an enhanced program – offering an even stronger platform to help students transform their ideas into startup-ready solutions.

Open to Senior High School, College, and Techvoc students, PSC XI introduces an enhanced journey that guides teams from ideation to prototype development. Beyond showcasing innovative ideas, participants will take part in mentorship sessions with industry experts and startup enablers, helping them strengthen their ideas, refine their solutions, and build their skills.

If you're building an ICT-enabled solution powered by software, AI, IoT, Web3, blockchain, mixed reality, or other emerging technologies, this is your opportunity to learn, innovate, and build solutions that create meaningful impact. 🌟

Be part of the next wave of young innovators shaping the future of the Philippine startup ecosystem!

📅Application Period: August 27 - September 20, 2026

FAQs: https://iidb2026.my.canva.site/psc-xi-website
MIMAROPA: bit.ly/PSCXI_4BRegistration

31/08/2026

𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱, 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲!

Our 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟮.𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 (𝗣𝗪𝗗𝘀) has officially concluded!

Throughout this intensive program, our trainees have demonstrated unwavering commitment and dedication as they mastered essential remote work competencies—from administrative tasks, scheduling, and email management to social media management and digital productivity tools.

But training is just the beginning, application is where real transformation happens.

As part of their course requirement, our trainees are now launching their Online Campaign! In this phase our trainees will have the opportunity to put their newly acquired skills into practice in marketing, content creation, social media management, and digital strategy, while showcasing their readiness to thrive in the global remote work landscape.

Inclusion means opening doors to meaningful opportunities. By breaking down physical and social barriers through digital empowerment, our trainees are proving that talent knows no limits.

As they move forward from training into the world of remote work, let us continue to support, celebrate, and champion these future Virtual Assistants as they turn their newly acquired skills into meaningful opportunities and build a more inclusive digital workforce.

28/08/2026

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐈 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🤖

On August 25, 2026, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), in collaboration with Brooke’s Point School of Arts and Trades, conducted a 𝐆𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐀𝐈 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 at 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐮𝐲𝐨𝐠 𝐑𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐞’𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭, 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧.

The activity gathered participants from different schools, promoting practical Gemini AI skills and responsible use of emerging technologies in education.
“Learning to harness AI today opens new possibilities for a smarter, more innovative tomorrow.”

27/08/2026

Next gen innovation, evolved

The Philippine Startup Challenge is entering its 11th year–with an enhanced journey for the next generation of Filipino innovators! 🚀

For over a decade, the Philippine Startup Challenge (PSC) has empowered student innovators across the country to think boldly, solve real-world challenges, and take their first steps into the Philippine startup ecosystem. Now on its 11th year, PSC XI introduces an enhanced program designed to help students transform their ideas into startup-ready solutions.

Open to Senior High School, College, and Tech-voc students, PSC XI will guide participating teams through ideation to prototype development, complemented by mentorship sessions with industry experts and startup enablers. Through these opportunities, participants can strengthen their ideas, refine their solutions, and build the skills they need to bring their innovations closer to the market.

If you're building an ICT-enabled solution powered by software, AI, IoT, Web3, blockchain, mixed reality, or other emerging technologies, this is your opportunity to learn, innovate, build, and create meaningful impact. 🌟

Ready to turn your idea into what’s next? Join the PSC XI and take your first step toward the Philippine startup ecosystem.

📅Application Period: August 27 - September 20, 2026
❓FAQs: https://iidb2026.my.canva.site/psc-xi-website

👇Find your region below to access the corresponding application form 👇

National Capital Region: https://forms.gle/pheHUTRfCnX4e8X28
Cordillera Administrative Region: https://forms.gle/52E15GQtSyZXXovK7
Region I – Ilocos Region: https://forms.gle/3fWQkXQpNRvxf4qT8
Region II – Cagayan Valley: https://forms.gle/FpTcs4Xp6WQBdbpQ9
Region III – Central Luzon: https://forms.gle/FvUAMJPydqdwPsm97
Region IV‑A – CALABARZON: https://forms.gle/uPbmaY3CbuHFaccn9]
MIMAROPA: https://forms.gle/4G6ebi6AfDYEjdTP9
Region V – Bicol Region: https://forms.gle/5uZZmWWoD1QFBtCq9
NIR – Negros Island Region: https://forms.gle/SYSke1YKQ5VdmLeBA
Region VI – Western Visayas: https://forms.gle/hc5qq2R3cQzygoy4A
Region VII – Central Visayas: https://forms.gle/emGHmHnDnggBdbzw9
Region VIII – Eastern Visayas: https://forms.gle/YRS26Dq1ctnrGY6t5
Region IX – Zamboanga Peninsula: https://forms.gle/K5BQf3Po4LSkUtT36
Region X – Northern Mindanao: https://forms.gle/egD3iaTsth9v5KQZ9
Region XI – Davao Region: https://forms.gle/is5TGU4u7YaUUsej9
Region XII – SOCCSKSARGEN: https://forms.gle/vGqkfVusUk5Su8xQ9
Region XIII – Caraga: https://forms.gle/ohJT3vVAQaVXiwBQ9
BARMM – Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao: https://forms.gle/2kaLPzJaQugE8fz76

Next gen innovation, evolved

The Philippine Startup Challenge is entering its 11th year–with an enhanced journey for the next generation of Filipino innovators! 🚀

For over a decade, the Philippine Startup Challenge (PSC) has empowered student innovators across the country to think boldly, solve real-world challenges, and take their first steps into the Philippine startup ecosystem. Now on its 11th year, PSC XI introduces an enhanced program designed to help students transform their ideas into startup-ready solutions.

Open to Senior High School, College, and Tech-voc students, PSC XI will guide participating teams through ideation to prototype development, complemented by mentorship sessions with industry experts and startup enablers. Through these opportunities, participants can strengthen their ideas, refine their solutions, and build the skills they need to bring their innovations closer to the market.

If you're building an ICT-enabled solution powered by software, AI, IoT, Web3, blockchain, mixed reality, or other emerging technologies, this is your opportunity to learn, innovate, build, and create meaningful impact. 🌟

Ready to turn your idea into what’s next? Join the PSC XI and take your first step toward the Philippine startup ecosystem.

📅Application Period: August 27 - September 20, 2026
❓FAQs: https://iidb2026.my.canva.site/psc-xi-website

👇Find your region below to access the corresponding application form 👇

National Capital Region: https://forms.gle/pheHUTRfCnX4e8X28
Cordillera Administrative Region: https://forms.gle/52E15GQtSyZXXovK7
Region I – Ilocos Region: https://forms.gle/3fWQkXQpNRvxf4qT8
Region II – Cagayan Valley: https://forms.gle/FpTcs4Xp6WQBdbpQ9
Region III – Central Luzon: https://forms.gle/FvUAMJPydqdwPsm97
Region IV‑A – CALABARZON: https://tinyurl.com/DICT-PSC11-Region4A-AppForm
MIMAROPA: https://forms.gle/4G6ebi6AfDYEjdTP9
Region V – Bicol Region: https://forms.gle/5uZZmWWoD1QFBtCq9
NIR – Negros Island Region: https://forms.gle/SYSke1YKQ5VdmLeBA
Region VI – Western Visayas: https://forms.gle/hc5qq2R3cQzygoy4A
Region VII – Central Visayas: https://forms.gle/emGHmHnDnggBdbzw9
Region VIII – Eastern Visayas: https://forms.gle/YRS26Dq1ctnrGY6t5
Region IX – Zamboanga Peninsula: https://forms.gle/K5BQf3Po4LSkUtT36
Region X – Northern Mindanao: https://forms.gle/egD3iaTsth9v5KQZ9
Region XI – Davao Region: https://forms.gle/is5TGU4u7YaUUsej9
Region XII – SOCCSKSARGEN: https://forms.gle/vGqkfVusUk5Su8xQ9
Region XIII – Caraga: https://forms.gle/ohJT3vVAQaVXiwBQ9
BARMM – Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao: https://forms.gle/2kaLPzJaQugE8fz76

27/08/2026

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 💻

On August 24, 2026, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) conducted a 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐯𝐚 at 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐞’𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐬. The session brought together participants from different schools across Brooke’s Point, Palawan, equipping them with essential digital design skills for effective communication and productivity.

The skills and knowledge gained from the training were put into practice as participants showcased their creativity and competed in the Graphic Design Competition during the 1st Annual Tech-Voc Event of Brooke’s Point School of Arts and Trades.

From learning to creating, and from training to competing—every skill gained becomes an opportunity to grow, innovate, and excel.