Victorias City Wins Public Service Campaign Award for Community Empowerment
Victorias City Wins National Award for Innovative Public Service Campaigns
Victorias City, Negros Occidental – victorias City has been recognized for its outstanding public service campaigns, taking home the Public Service Campaign Award – City Level at the inaugural “Parangal: Gawad ng Kahusayan sa Komunikasyong Pampubliko” hosted by the Presidential Communications Office (PCO). The ceremony, held at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) on December 16th, celebrated exemplary communication efforts by government agencies across the country.
Victorias City’s winning entry, “Sidlak Victorias: Strengthening Community, Building Possibility,” showcased four transformative projects that exemplify the city’s commitment to openness, accountability, and citizen empowerment.[Image: Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez receiving the award. Caption: Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez after the awarding rites with President Ferdinand Marcos jr.[Image:MayorJavierMiguelBenitezreceivingtheawardCaption:MayorJavierMiguelBenitezaftertheawardingriteswithPresidentFerdinandMarcosjr
[Image:MayorJavierMiguelBenitezreceivingtheawardCaption:MayorJavierMiguelBenitezaftertheawardingriteswithPresidentFerdinandMarcosjr Steven Laborte photo]The featured projects included:
Lunsod Lunsad Victorias in Motion: This initiative connects local talent with global animation opportunities through intensive training programs, empowering Victorias residents to pursue animation careers.
Regular Free Mass Workout: Promoting health and wellness, this program offers accessible weekly fitness sessions held at the Public Plaza and streamed online.
BUWIS Taxpayer Education Program: Simplifying tax compliance, this program provides clear guidance on tax processes and introduces digital payment options, fostering a responsible tax-paying culture through barangay-to-barangay educational forums.
* LCR Mobile Registration: Ensuring free birth registration for marginalized communities, this initiative reaches residents through house-to-house visits and barangay-based initiatives to provide essential civil documentation services.
Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez, who received the award, emphasized the city’s dedication to fostering informed communities and combating disinformation.”We believe that effective communication is crucial for building trust and empowering our citizens,” he said.
the “Parangal” awards not onyl celebrated outstanding communication efforts but also highlighted innovative government programs and projects that emphasized media partnerships and community outreach. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., in his keynote address, underscored the importance of effective communication in building trust between the government and its people.
“The campaigns, messages, and voices we celebrate tonight remind us of the power of leadership when there is a connection with the people,” he said. “While these awards honour your achievements, they also set the standards for leadership that promote public awareness and empower civic participation.”
This national recognition solidifies Victorias City’s position as a model for effective public communication and governance, inspiring other cities to prioritize citizen engagement and innovative service delivery.
Victorias City: Championing Clarity and Citizen Empowerment
NewsDirect3.com – Victorias City, Negros Occidental has earned national acclaim for it’s innovative public service campaigns, clinching the prestigious Public Service Campaign Award at the ”Parangal: Gawad ng Kahusayan sa Komunikasyong Pampubliko”. This inaugural event, hosted by the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) at the Philippine International Convention center (PICC), on December 16th, shone a spotlight on extraordinary interaction initiatives by government agencies nationwide.
Victorias City’s winning entry, “Sidlak Victorias: Strengthening Community, Building Possibility,” showcased a quartet of transformative projects exemplifying the city’s dedication to transparency, accountability, and citizen empowerment.
These projects included:
Lunsod Lunsad Victorias in Motion: Empowers residents with animation career opportunities via intensive training programs, connecting local talent with global platforms.
Regular Free Mass Workout: Promotes health and wellness thru accessible weekly fitness sessions held at the Public Plaza and streamed online.
BUWIS Taxpayer Education Program: Simplifies tax compliance through clear guidelines on tax processes and introduces digital payment options, fostering a responsible tax-paying culture through barangay-level educational forums.
LCR Mobile Registration: Ensures free birth registration for marginalized communities through house-to-house visits and barangay-based initiatives, providing essential civil documentation services.
Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez, who received the award, stated, “We believe that effective communication is crucial for building trust and empowering our citizens.”
The “Parangal” awards not only celebrated exemplary communication strategies but also highlighted innovative government programs emphasizing media partnerships and community outreach.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.,in his keynote address,emphasized the paramount importance of effective communication in fostering trust between the government and the people. “The campaigns, messages, and voices we celebrate tonight remind us of the power of leadership when there is a connection with the people,” he said. “While these awards honor your achievements, they also set the standards for leadership that promote public awareness and empower civic participation.”
This national recognition solidifies victorias City’s standing as a model for effective public communication and governance, inspiring othre cities to prioritize citizen engagement and innovative service delivery.