The Municipal Local Government Unit (MLGU) of Tagbina, Surigao del Sur officially launched Community Volunteers’ Day 2.0 yesterday, June 4, 2024, at the North Eastern Mindanao State University (NEMSU) Gymnasium, to recognize the unwavering dedication of the Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) community volunteers (CVs) in the municipality.

Tagbina Municipal Mayor, Hon. Glaiza Jane Polizon-Lanete led the said activity, which has the theme “PADAYON: Empowering Communities through Community-Driven Development (CDD). This is in accordance with the Municipal Ordinance No. 6 Series of 2024, supporting the KALAHI-CIDSS program and the institutionalization of CDD.

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office Caraga Director Mari-Flor Dollaga was invited to the said activity and served as Guest of Honor. In her message, Dir. Dollaga recognized Tagbina’s dedication to CDD and their outstanding achievements in the implementation of KALAHI-CIDSS.

She praised the community’s “unwavering belief in the concerted strength” and their commitment to working together for a better future. “Truly, your recognition as a CDD champion and Best Implementing Local Government Unit is well-deserved. These accolades come from your unwavering belief in the concerted strength of your community, your ability to harness local wisdom and your dedication to inclusive growth,” Dir. Dollaga said.

The program’s highlight was the signing of the CDD Institutionalization Ordinance by Municipal Mayor Glaiza Jane Polizon-Lanete, Vice Mayor Generoso L. Naraiso, and the Sangguniang Bayan members. This landmark initiative solidifies Tagbina’s commitment to empowering its citizens and ensuring sustainable development through CDD.