South Cotabato Sweeps Regional RMSKPA Awards, Advances to National Stage

South Cotabato continues to lead the way in population and development advocacy as its local government units triumphed in the 2025 Regional Level Rafael M. Salas Kaunlarang Pantao Awards (RMSKPA). This prestigious recognition, conferred to the most exemplary population programs in the country, has affirmed the province’s commitment to people-centered governance and inclusive growth. The […]

Volunteerism Fuels Sustainable Development at 2025 South Cotabato Population Congress

“Volunteerism is the quiet force that shapes population development through everyday acts of service that strengthen communities, empower individuals, and lay the foundation for sustainable growth.” These powerful words captured the spirit and intent of the 2025 Population Congress held at the South Cotabato Gymnasium and Cultural Center in Koronadal City on June 18, 2025. […]

South Cotabato Breaks New Ground in Mental Health Advocacy with Launch of Awareness Module for Parents

In a significant step forward for South Cotabato’s commitment to mental health awareness, the Office of the Provincial Population Officer (OPPO) has successfully conducted a Capacity Building Workshop aimed at developing a Mental Health Module specifically tailored for parents and adolescents. This initiative marks a milestone in the province’s continuous efforts to address mental health […]

South Cotabato Launches Consultative Conference for Proposed Search for Moro Model Family

The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, under the leadership of Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr., continues to uphold its commitment to inclusive governance by engaging various communities in meaningful dialogue. Through the initiative of the Office of the Provincial Population Officer, a Consultative Conference with program partners and stakeholders was successfully conducted as part of […]

South Cotabato Strengthens Community-Based Campaigns on Youth and Maternal Health

The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, through the Office of the Provincial Population Officer (OPPO), has intensified its efforts to promote responsible parenthood and adolescent health across the province. In a series of advocacy campaigns rolled out in selected municipalities, the OPPO implemented focused initiatives targeting the youth and pregnant women to raise awareness and […]

Gender-Responsive Parenting Seminar Empowers Employees of the Provincial Government of South Cotabato

As part of its advocacy to promote family-centered policies in the workplace, the Office of the Provincial Population Office (OPPO) of South Cotabato conducted a  Gender-Responsive Parenting Seminar for employees of the Provincial Government with adolescent children. This initiative forms part of the ongoing Responsible Parenthood–Family Planning (RP-FP) in the Workplace Program, which aims to […]

Mutya ng South Cotabato 2025 Screening Draws Excitement, Comeback Queens Highlight Event

One of the most anticipated events of the upcoming T’nalak Festival 2025, the Mutya ng South Cotabato pageant, is once again drawing attention from pageant fans and locals alike. On April 22, the official screening was held with 22 aspiring candidates from different municipalities and cities across South Cotabato participating in hopes of securing a […]

South Cotabato Strengthens Inter-Agency Collaboration for Data-Driven Population Programs

The Office of the Provincial Population Officer (OPPO) held a Focused Group Discussion (FGD) on April 8, 2025, bringing together key offices and agencies that are critical sources of programmatic and demographic data in an effort to improve population program delivery and promote evidence-based planning. Representatives from the Office of the Provincial Planning and Development […]