Category: Culture
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Iloilo Hosts 3-Day Alunsina Kabuhayan Convention And Bazaar
The Iloilo provincial government is hosting the three-day nationwide 2025 Alunsina: Kabuhayan Convention and Bazaar and Gawad Sulong from September 16 to 18 at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol grounds. This activity celebrates the triumphs of the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) which offers employment, livelihood and business…
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DSWD Officials
Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. and Vice Governor Lee Ann Debuque welcomed the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Executive Committee, along with officials from the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS), during their courtesy visit at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol. They are in Iloilo for the Community-Driven…
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A Celebration Of Cultural Excellence And Ilonggo Pride
The two-day Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan Festival Research and Production Summit concluded with a celebration of cultural excellence and Ilonggo pride during the Dinner Show Repertoire on September 7, 2025 at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol Lobby. The show featured performances from the different municipalities – bringing to the stage their unique festival tradition and highlighting their…
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Iloilo Joins 125th PCSA Fun Run
Employees of the Iloilo provincial government joined in the 125th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary Fun Run today, September 7, 2025. HRMDO – Province of Iloilo chief Atty. Renee Valencia delivered a message on behalf of Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. The provincial government also received a certificate for having the highest delegation. Proceeds of the…
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Kasadyahan Sa Kabanwahanan Festival Research And Production Summit Day 2
Dr. Fonz Baldonado and Ms. Ria Española give a crash course on arts and culture and festival management. The two-day summit aims to enhance Iloilo’s local festivals through professionalization and capacity-building. It is designed to make the annual Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan a distinct, authentic, and research-based presentation of Iloilo’s culture and history. #KasadyahanSaKabanwahanan#FunFoodieFriendlyIloilo #MoRProGResILOILO
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Defensor Meets IFFI To Jumpstart 2026 Kasadyahan And Dinagyang
Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. welcomed the Iloilo Festivals Foundation, Inc. (IFFI) this morning at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol as part of the early preparations for the 2026 Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan and Dinagyang Festival. The courtesy visit highlighted IFFI’s commitment to closely coordinate with the Provincial Government to ensure that both festivals are celebrated with greater…
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Iloilo Honors Its Elders With Cash Awards And Recognition
The Iloilo Provincial Government continues to celebrate the lives and legacy of its senior citizens through the full implementation of Provincial Ordinance No. 2020-216, which grants monetary awards and recognition to octogenarians, nonagenarians, and centenarians across the province. This year, 1,658 elders aged 85 and 95 received ₱5,000 each, while 34 centenarians were honored with…
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Iloilo Backs Women Entrepreneurs With GMP Training
Women micro-entrepreneurs in Iloilo are gaining stronger footing in their businesses after participating in a training on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). The activity, organized in partnership with the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions (LEDIP Center Iloilo Province) Center of the Iloilo Provincial Government, supports the Gender and Development (GADIloilo) Local Learning Hub’s program on…
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District Hospital Personnel Undergo Gender Sensitivity Training For Better Service
Patients in Iloilo’s district hospitals can expect more inclusive and compassionate service as hospital personnel undergo Gender Sensitivity Training (GST) spearheaded by the Hospital Management Office, with technical support from the Provincial Gender and Development Technical Working Group GADIloilo. Personnel of Ramon Tabiana Memorial District Hospital in Cabatuan and SARA District hospital have already completed…
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Alimodian’s ‘Seven Cities’ Gain Boost With New Bridge, Gym
Residents of Brgy. Cabacanan Proper and nearby barangays in the ‘Seven Cities’ in Alimodian welcomed a brighter future today, August 26, 2025, as the Provincial Government of Iloilo formally turned over and inaugurated two vital infrastructures: the 60-linear meter pre-stressed concrete girder Cabacanan Bridge and a newly completed multi-purpose covered gym. The projects, undertaken through…