Category: Awards & Recognition

  • Iloilo Lauded By DILG For Innovative Road Maintenance Practices

    Iloilo Lauded By DILG For Innovative Road Maintenance Practices

    The Iloilo Provincial Government received recognition from the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) for sharing its innovative practices during the Training on Local Road Maintenance Management (LRMM) for local government units. The Iloilo Provincial Engineer’s Office and the Iloilo Provincial Planning and Development Office showcased the province’s effective strategies, highlighting key initiatives such…

  • Iloilo Vies For 2nd Galing Pook Award

    Iloilo Vies For 2nd Galing Pook Award

    The Galing Pook Committee is conducting a site validation on the Iloilo Provincial Government’s program “Puso Para sa Puso – Movement for Healthy Hearts Towards MoRProGRes Iloilo” on September 2 to 3, 2024. The Galing Pook team is led by Former DILG Undersecretary Austere Panadero and Prof. Ruben Gamala of the University of the Philippines…

  • Iloilo Named Model LGU Nutrition Partner By Negros-Based NVC Foundation

    Iloilo Named Model LGU Nutrition Partner By Negros-Based NVC Foundation

    The Iloilo Provincial Government was named Model LGU Nutrition Partner (Provincial Level) by the Negros-based Negrense Volunteers for Change (NVC) Foundation, Inc. during its 14th-anniversary celebration. This recognition underscores the fruitful partnership between the Iloilo and NVC, particularly in implementing the MINGO Nutrition Program which aims to combat malnutrition in the province spearheaded by the…

  • Iloilo Recognized As Epilepsy Friendly Province

    Iloilo Recognized As Epilepsy Friendly Province

    The Province of Iloilo is recognized as Epilepsy Friendly Province by the Philippine League Against Epilepsy for supporting the “One Nation for Epilepsy” Project’s vision to promote and protect the rights, health, and well-being of persons with epilepsy. Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr., said the province has been working with the league for quite a while…

  • Iloilo District Hospitals Win Green And Safe Health Facilities Video Contest

    Iloilo District Hospitals Win Green And Safe Health Facilities Video Contest

    Four district hospitals in Iloilo Province have been recognized for their exemplary efforts in promoting environmentally sustainable and safe healthcare practices. These hospitals were declared winners of the Best Practices and Advocacy Video Presentation Contest during the Green and Safe Health Facilities Summit 2024, held in line with the Hospital Week Celebration. The Iloilo Provincial…

  • Iloilo Guv Named Champion Of Good Governance And Ethical Leadership

    Iloilo Guv Named Champion Of Good Governance And Ethical Leadership

    Iloilo Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. has been named as one of the 2024 Kaya Natin! Champions of Good Governance and Ethical Leadership, in recognition of his outstanding leadership and dedication to fostering excellence in public service. Defensor received recognition from KN Chairperson Bam Aquino during the launching of the New Kaya Natin Champions on August…

  • Iloilo PPO Honors Project Katuwang Trainees

    Iloilo PPO Honors Project Katuwang Trainees

    The Iloilo Provincial Population Office (PPO) held a Recognition Ceremony for the Project Katuwang On-the-Job Trainees (OJTs) on August 2, 2024. PPO Chief Atty. Ruel Von Superio emphasized the project’s role in providing hands-on experience and essential skills for trainees’ future careers. Since 2021, the PPO has partnered with the University of San Agustin’s BS…

  • Ilonggo Awardees In 4-H National Camp

    Ilonggo Awardees In 4-H National Camp

    Two of the four Ilonggo awardees in the 4-H National Camp held in Siargao, Surigao Del Norte presented their awards to Provincial Administrator Raul Banias this morning. They are John Denver Sabando of San Miguel, Iloilo, president of the 4-H Club Iloilo Province Chapter, who won Most Outstanding 4-H Club Member National Level and Randy…

  • DSWD Recognition

    DSWD Recognition

    Acting Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) head Rani Melvi Cuarte presents to Provincial Administrator Raul Banias and the Iloilo Provincial Government employees the Plaque and Certificate of Appreciation given by Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Regional Director Carmelo Nochete to the Province of Iloilo during the 8th Regional Bayani Ka! Awards…

  • Iloilo’s Top Taxpayers Honored

    Iloilo’s Top Taxpayers Honored

    Story by Gayson Gayola and Krisyl Mae Limbague (WVSU Interns) The Provincial Treasurer’s Office of the Iloilo Provincial Government held the prestigious awarding ceremony to recognize the top taxpayers for real property and other provincial taxes in 2023 on Wednesday, June 26. The event, held at the Zuri Hotel and Suites in Mandurriao, Iloilo City,…