“We should have a role to play in our community,” says Rebecca P. Geamala, DSWD 6 Regional Director during the 1st Provincial Binirayan Sectoral Congress 2017 @ EBJ Freedom Park, San Jose de Buenavista, Antique on December 17.
Despite of the weather condition, Geamala continued to inspire the spectators who also took time to witness and participate in the Binirayan Festival 2017.
As known, Binirayan Festival showcases Antiqueno’s aspirations, justice, progress and prosperity. This is a celebration reminding Antiqueno’s pride for his culture, heritage and history.
Geamala continually motivated the listeners telling them that the agency is committed to help develop and eradicate the poverty in the province on her inspirational message.
Groups from different sectors particularly Senior Citizens and Day Care Pupils showcased their talents through dancing and singing.
Also, Outstanding Individuals in the implementation of Social Welfare and Development Initiatives were recognized and awarded.
Among the awardees were Chynna Pajares, Exemplary Child Regional Winner and Villasor Family, Huwarang Pamilya Regional Winner.
Pantawid, SLP and other programs workers of the agency were among the attendees in the said festival.
To ensure the participation of the Social Welfare and Development Sectors for the continuing quest for Development and Poverty Eradication of the Provincial Government addressing Listahanan 2015 survey is one of the objectives of the said festivity. #Merry Jezzel Brendia/DSWD6