TABUK CITY, Kalinga – More than 150 beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) participated in a Family Development Session (FDS) held on March 6, 2025, at the Tabuk City People’s Gymnasium.
The session, organized by Mark Aldrin Bermillo, PDOII/city link was held in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s 4Ps Program, the Bureau of Fire Protection, the City Veterinary Services Office (CVSO), and the City Population and Development Office to provide important discussions on community-relevant topics while also empowering women and families.
During the conversation, Debbie Jane Dawayan emphasized the value of women in modern society and their noteworthy contributions to various fields.
Marisol Sonia Daluping-Alias discussed RA 9262, highlighting that violence comes in many forms and that people must reflect on and learn from their acts. She also emphasized the significance of assisting children, in keeping with the 2025 Women’s Month theme: “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas.”
FO2 Maryjane Alcedo and FO1 Zyra-Mae Dangani led a fire safety seminar, using real-life fire incident scenarios from various parts of the Philippines to demonstrate the dangers of fire negligence and improper handling of flammable materials. The speakers emphasized the importance of fire preparedness, early detection, and proper use of fire extinguishers to reduce risks and protect their families.
Dr. Mark Bryan Layugan and Dona Dayagon from the CVSO also spoke about rabies knowledge and proper pet ownership.
The FDS is an important component of the 4Ps program, which aims to educate recipients on basic life skills, health, safety, and government measures that promote family welfare. These courses provide participants with essential knowledge that will help them become more responsible and proactive citizens of their communities. By Darwin S. Serion
