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Dec92021 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

USAID, DAI, NWTF launch safe water, sanitary toilet project in Sagay

Around 200 Sagaynons from 40 households in two barangays can now enjoy affordable sanitary toilets through a multi-sectoral Output Based Aid-Blended Finance (OBA-BF) program.This was made possible through a P750,000 multi-sectoral partnership from global development company DAI which helped subsidize the cost of septic tanks, micro loans from micro-financing institution Negros Women for Tomorrow Foundation (NWTF), and technical supervision and guidance by sanitation experts from the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Sagay City government.In a ceremony held at Balay Kauswagan, Sagay City, Nonday, December 6, representatives of USAID, DAI, NWTF Philippines and the Sagay City government celebrated the completion of 40 new sanitary toilets as part of a pilot activ...

Dec92021 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Youth-led civil society groups conduct independent monitoring of pilot face-to-face classes in PH

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The youth-led, non-government organization Center for Young Advocacy and Networking (CYAN), and independent action research organization Government Watch (G-Watch) is conducting nationwide monitoring of pilot face-to-face classes from December 5 to 17.CYAN and G-Watch, through its MultiplY-Ed (X-Ed) Project, will independently monitor the face-to-face classes in selected regions in the Philippines to determine the readiness and further recommend steps to ensure that the students are safe in adapting to the new normal post-COVID.CYAN Executive Director Jeza Rodriguez said that it is important to have an independent monitoring body to make sure that the quality of education and safety of the students, teachers and staff will not be compromised.“It will also serve as a baseline da...

Dec72021 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Bacolod Amity volunteers receive ambulance from Chinese Embassy

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City PIO photoThe Chinese Embassy donated an ambulance worth P1.7 million to the Bacolod City government Monday, December 6.The ambulance will be used by the Amity Volunteer Fire Brigade as they continue to be of service to Bacolodnons, a press release from the Bacolod City government said.Amity Club Corporate Secretary Crispin Chua said that this is the first time the Chinese Embassy made a donation to Bacolod.“They (Chinese) saw how the city of Bacolod has progressed under Mayor Leonardia and that’s why they gave an ambulance to the city which will be operated by the Amity Club,” Chua said.Leonardia lauded the cooperation between the business sector and the LGU as a “potent force” that will continue to pave the way for Bacolod to reach new heights in the future.*...

Dec62021 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Bamboo for wellness introduced in 3rd District

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Bamboo Wellness Products under the umbrella of the Forest Products Research and Development Institute (FPRDI) were introduced for the first time in Negros Occidental, specifically in the Third District, where the provincial government and the local government units, facilitated by Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Benitez paved the way for the conduct of the Technology Demonstration for Bamboo Hand Soap Making at the Organic Village Training Center at the Panaad Park in Bacolod City on Monday, December 6.Benitez welcomed the 20 pilot partner-beneficiaries from Barangay Canlusong in E. B. Magalona and Barangay Canlandog in Murcia and stressed the impact of the project to social integration and economic opportunity especially during the time of the Covid-19 pandemic, a press release said.He urge...

Dec62021 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Architects launch social responsibility projects, adopts mental health advocacy

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The still raging pandemic brought about by Covid-19 has pushed the mental health agenda into the forefront. Hence, it came as no surprise when a group of architects in Bacolod City took the advocacy as part of its social responsibility program.The United Architects of the Philippines - Bacolod Azucar Chapter, led by Rolem Basiya, launched “Project Pahanumdom,” a mental health awareness program that aims to bring the conversation out in the open and encourage the public to take care not only their physical, but also their mental health.The chapter initially chose 10 barangays in Bacolod where posters on advocacy messages and hotline numbers were installed in strategic areas.This project, according to Basiya, came about after the chapter’s first membership meeting with speaker Ro...

Dec52021 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

EDC’s GeoSkwela 2021 in Negros encourages regenerative practices

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First Gen-owned Energy Development Corp. (EDC) is bringing back Geoskwela to Negros Island to continue inspiring the youth to be good stewards of the environment.This year’s theme GeoSkwela 2021: Negros Beyond Sustainability will recognize the region’s budding content creators through a vlogging competition on encouraging young Negrenses to join the movement towards cleaner energy sources and ultimately, a better world, a press release from the firm said Sunday.The theme likewise emphasizes the importance of becoming regenerative by striving to do more good for the planet and society, which is what EDC’s revitalized mission to forget collaborative pathways for a decarbonized and regenerative future is all about, it added.A recent webinar and awarding ceremony kicked off with th...

Dec42021 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

WORLD AIDS DAY | NGO conducts mass HIV testing in Negros Occidental

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Health-based non-government organization Bagani Community Center commemorated World AIDS Day through a province-wide HIV caravan and week-long HIV screening at the mall in Bacolod City, Saturday, Dec. 4.This event is in line with the World AIDS Day commemoration on Dec. 1, with the theme "Ending HIV Epidemic: Equitable Access, Everyone's Voice".Bagani Hub Manager Jose Antonio Lavaro said that this commemoration is to show unity and support for people living with and affected by HIV and remember those who lost their lives to AIDS."This is the day for global solidarity and shared responsibility to ensure quality and affordable healthcare for all. Let us all continue to fight to end the stigma," he added.The week-long activity in SM City Bacolod from Dec. 4 includes free HIV s...

Dec42021 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Mag-aso Falls re-opens

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Kabankalan LGU photosAfter more than one year, Mag-aso Falls in Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental is now open for guests and travelers again.Mayor Pedro Zayco Jr. and Vice Mayor Raul Rivera led the re-opening of the tourism facility on Friday, December 3.The city-operated resort located in Brgy. Oringao has been renovated by the local government as part of its tourism attractions.It now offers a multi-purpose hall that can seat 70 persons and new cottages.The facility offers a very relaxing ambiance with the cool falls and a swimming pool.Zayco said the re-opening of Mag-aso Falls is expected to boost local tourism and spur the economy.Former mayor Isidro Zayco and National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) Commissioner Jorge Largado also graced the activ...

Dec32021 by Carla P. GomezNo Comments

Nuns thank donors for help, lab machine drive continues

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The Servants of Mary, who care for underprivileged patients, are thanking those who responded to their appeal for help for much needed laboratory machines for their charity clinic in Purok St. Ezekiel Moreno, Barangay Handumanan, Bacolod City.Sister Carmen Piña, superior of the community, thanked the persons who provided funds for the purchase of one of two machines they need, to conduct tests for their indigent patients in aid of their medical diagnosis.“Thank you so much for your kindness, we assure you of our prayers. We give thanks for your generosity,” she said.She also thanked Bacolod Rep. Greg Gasataya for informing his friend of their need. The friend provided a large donation towards the purchase of the first machine.Charity diva Token Lizares, who is helping the S...

Dec22021 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Lacson leads inauguration of Manapla infra projects

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Capitol photoGovernor Eugenio Jose Lacson led the inauguration and turnover of the two-storey four-classroom building of Tortosa Elementary School in Brgy. Tortosa and the Balulan Bridge in Brgy. Punta Salong, Manapla, Thursday, December 2.The governor was welcomed and assisted by Manapla Mayor Manuel Escalante III, Vice Mayor Edgar Pagayonan, SB Members, teachers and other local officials, a press release from the Capitol said.The infrastructure projects were funded by the Provincial Government and officially turned over to the local government after its completion.The teachers said the school building is a big help to the school as they prepare for the planned face to face classes in the months to come.The local community thanked Lacson for the construction of the new...