The activity aimed to ensure inclusive access to the national identification system while improving the accuracy of 4Ps beneficiary records to support more efficient program implementation.

Ms. Chimbee Ann Dahang, Municipal Link of the 4Ps Municipal Operations Office–Mainit, led a brief orientation highlighting the importance of the PhilSys National ID in accessing government services, particularly those related to the 4Ps. Personnel from PSA–Surigao del Norte assisted beneficiaries in accessing their Digital National ID through the bbmserbisyo.dswd.gov.ph portal and the eGovPH mobile application, enabling them to download their digital ID while awaiting the release of their physical cards.

Beneficiaries expressed appreciation for the initiative, noting the importance of having a valid national ID in accessing services and employment opportunities. “Dako kaayo og tabang ang National ID kay kung mangita ako og trabaho ug pangitaan man gani ako, naa na koy ikapakita nga ID,” said Jeric Hukman.

Another beneficiary, Jennifer Tabontabon, shared that she willingly complied with the registration as part of the program requirements. “Nagparehistro ako tungod kay gi-require kami isip miyembro sa 4Ps. Mutuman ako sa mga mando ug guidelines sa programa kay para ra man sab ni sa among kaayuhan,” she said.

The 4Ps Surigao del Norte is set to conduct simultaneous mobile PhilSys registration activities across the province throughout February to bring government services closer to geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas and ensure that beneficiaries are enrolled in the national identification system.

The activity is in line with the directive of DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian to strengthen digital inclusion and improve service delivery by ensuring accurate beneficiary data and faster verification processes.