iJuanaRun Fun-Run Returns for Its Second Year in Celebration of the 2025 Women’s Month
The iJuanaRun Fun-Run will mark its second year as part of the 2025 Women’s Month Celebration in South Cotabato, aiming to promote women’s resilience, strength, and empowerment while encouraging community participation and healthy living. The event is organized by the Provincial Population Office in partnership with SOX Runners—a private organization of runners and trail runners. […]
South Cotabato Strengthens Gender and Development Initiatives Through GAD Workshop
The South Cotabato Provincial Population Office (PPO) conducted a seminar-workshop to draft the Provincial GAD Plan and Budget for 2026 as part of its commitment to mainstreaming gender and development (GAD) initiatives. The event took place from February 12 to 14, 2025, at Agua Frio Garden Resort in Koronadal City. A total of 46 members […]
South Cotabato Youth Showcase Talent and Knowledge in Provincial Population Quiz Show
The Provincial Population Education Quiz Show, themed “Kabataang South Cotabateño: Angat sa Talino at Talento”, featured 57 schools from ten municipalities and one component city in South Cotabato. During the event, Ms. Melanie C. Chiva, the Provincial Population Officer, emphasized the importance of comprehensive reproductive health and sexuality education in reducing poverty and early parenthood, […]
Promoting Gender Equality: A Collaborative Effort Based on Community
The Provincial Population Office (PPO) and the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO), in collaboration with the Lake Sebu Indigenous Women’s Weaver Association, Inc. (LASIWWAI) and the Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP), held a Gender Orientation Seminar in Barangay Klubi, Lake Sebu. The event drew 107 participants, 51 men and 56 women, including […]
South Cotabato 9th Among 81 Provinces in the Philippines for Revenue Collection
South Cotabato has made a remarkable mark in the Philippines by ranking 9th among 81 provinces for its locally sourced revenue collection. This impressive achievement was recognized by the Department of Finance (DOF) based on the province’s Ratio of Local Source Revenues to Total Current Operating Income for the fiscal year 2022. Although the award […]
South Cotabato’s Comprehensive Approach to Adolescent Health and Development
The Provincial Population Office (PPO) has made significant progress in meeting the needs of adolescents through its Adolescent and Development Programme. The program has reached over 2,986 participants, including both adolescents and parents, with activities aimed at fostering resilience, life skills, and stronger family connections in 2024. Despite these encouraging figures, they highlight the importance […]
South Cotabato Provincial Population Office Receives Regional Recognition
The Provincial Population Office (PPO) of South Cotabato has been recognized for its excellence in population management during the 4th Quarter Local Government Population Management Conference organized by the Commission on Population and Development – Region XII. The PPO received the Best in Data Utilization and Evidence-Based Planning Award in Region XII – Province Category […]
Provincial Government of South Cotabato Honors Model Families in 30th Annual Awards Ceremony
In a commitment to preserving culture and enhancing the well-being of its citizens, the Provincial Government of South Cotabato, through the Provincial Population Office (PPO), launched a local initiative aimed at strengthening the advocacy for responsible parenthood and family planning. This initiative, which celebrates extraordinary families as role models, culminates in the annual awards for […]
South Cotabato PPO Kicks Off Localization of Devolution Transition Plan with Surallah
The Provincial Population Office (PPO), in collaboration with the Municipal Government of Surallah, successfully launched the first phase of its localization efforts for the Devolution Transition Plan through the establishment of a Localized Population Database. Held in Surallah, the consultation-dialogue focused on introducing tools for data collection and developing a basic demographic database tailored to […]
A Celebration of Heritage and Family: 2024 IP Model Family
The 2024 Search for the Most Outstanding Indigenous Peoples (IP) Model Family has concluded with a grand celebration of culture, resilience, and community spirit. This prestigious award, now in its 9th year, recognizes families who exemplify the values of family welfare, cultural preservation, and active community involvement. This year, the honor was awarded to Mr. […]
