DILG Burauen, Leyte

13/11/2026

DILG BURAUEN JOINS THE LGU’S CELEBRATION OF THE 34TH NATIONAL CHILDREN’S MONTH

Aligning with the nationwide effort to protect and champion the rights of Filipino youth, the DILG Burauen Office actively joined the Local Government Unit of Burauen in celebrating the 34th National Children’s Month on November 9, 2026.

Carrying this year’s theme, “𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙀𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙨 (𝘾𝙋𝙞𝙀): 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙜𝙖𝙣! 𝙏𝙪𝙢𝙪𝙜𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙩 𝙆𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙖: 𝙎𝙖 𝘽𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙃𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖, 𝙈𝙖𝙨 𝙇𝙞𝙜𝙩𝙖𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙖”, the month-long observance underscores the critical need to safeguard children’s welfare, safety, and holistic development during disaster responses, emergencies, and everyday community life.

MLGOO Pedrera delivered a message of support on behalf of the Department, reaffirming its commitment to ensuring that policies and grassroots initiatives translate into concrete safety measures for every child. By fostering safe home environments, resilient schools, and active barangay councils, DILG Burauen and the LGU aim to empower young individuals to reach their full potential.

, DILG Leyte Province, Local Government Unit Of Burauen

12/11/2026

MPOC-MADAC TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP (TWG) SPECIAL MEETING

The Municipal Peace and Order Council (MPOC) and Municipal Anti-Drug Abuse Council (MADAC) Technical Working Group (TWG) convened on November 9, 2026, to align on key local peace, order, and public safety initiatives.

Spearheaded by the DILG Burauen Office led by MLGOO Pedrera, the meeting focused on finalizing the program flow for the upcoming Peace and Order and School Safety Roadshow 2026, reviewing the accomplishments of the 2026 Peace and Order and Public Safety (POPS) Plan, and addressing other pertinent council matters.

Through this coordinated effort, the local government reaffirms its commitment to fostering a safer, drug-free community and ensuring proactive security measures across the community.

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11/11/2026

November 2-6, 2026 ║ DILG BURAUEN EXTENDS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO WALK-IN CLIENTS, STRENGTHENING LOCAL GOVERNANCE SUPPORT

In its continued commitment to empowering local governance and supporting community stakeholders, the DILG Burauen Field Office has been providing technical assistance to walk-in clients this week, catering to municipal officials and employees, barangay officials, and stakeholders.

The initiative aims to bridge gaps in governance-related concerns by offering on-the-spot guidance on a range of administrative and procedural matters.

📍The office is open to walk-in clients during regular working hours, 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 (𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀).

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11/11/2026

09/11/2026

BARANGAY GOVERNANCE CHAMPIONS: DILG LEYTE AND LGU BURAUEN CONDUCT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SITE INSPECTION OF LGSF PROJECTS

Engineers from the DILG Leyte Provincial Project Development and Management Unit (PDMU), alongside personnel from the DILG Burauen Field Office and the Municipal Engineering Office, conducted a joint barangay visit on November 6, 2026. The team carried out onsite monitoring and inspection of ongoing Support to the Barangay Development Program (SBDP)-LGSF Projects across the barangays of Dinaayan, Logsongan, and Villa Patria. This initiative ensures that all ongoing infrastructure and community developments strictly adhere to national statutory regulations and conform to the approved technical design specifications.

Alongside the site inspection, the DILG Burauen Field Office continued its initiative to empower local administration through its Barangay Governance Champions. LGOO II Rupa provided technical assistance to barangay officials and community volunteers. The session aimed to enhance local capability in delivering essential services and maintaining compliance across key governance frameworks, including the KALINISAN Program, the Functionality of Barangay-Based Institutions (BBIs), the Barangay and SK Full Disclosure Policies (BFDP and SKFDP), Lupong Tagapamayapa, and the implementation of the Barangay Information Management System (BIMS).

Through continuous project monitoring and technical support, DILG and LGU Burauen reaffirm their commitment to transparent, efficient, and high-quality program implementation, ensuring that local development initiatives yield meaningful, long-term benefits for their communities.

, DILG Leyte Province, Local Government Unit Of Burauen

09/11/2026

BARANGAY GOVERNANCE CHAMPIONS: FOSTERING EMPOWERMENT IN BARANGAYS DISTRICT II AND DISTRICT IV

As part of the continuous initiative by the DILG Burauen Field Office to strengthen local administration and capacitate barangays in effectively implementing national and local programs, projects, and activities through its Barangay Governance Champions, MLGOO Pedrera and LGOO II Rupa conducted an onsite visitation and technical assistance activity for the barangay officials and volunteers of Poblacion District II and Poblacion District IV of Burauen, Leyte on November 5, 2026.

The office visited the barangays to assess the status of ongoing community initiatives, verify compliance with national directives, and provide hands-on technical assistance to barangay officials.

During the barangay visits and document evaluations, the DILG team focused on several key governance, service delivery, and operational indicators, such as KALINISAN Program Implementation (HAPAG, BARKADA, and BARCO), Barangay Citizen's Charter, Functionality of Barangay-Based Institutions (BBIs), Compliance with the Full Disclosure Policy (BFDP and SKFPD), Lupong Tagapamayapa, Implementation of BIMS, and overall barangay operations.

MLGOO Pedrera and LGOO II Rupa engaged directly with barangay officials and volunteers to address implementation challenges and clarify regulatory requirements. The DILG Burauen Field Office expressed its appreciation to all the barangays for their cooperation and continuous commitment to improving local governance practices.

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08/11/2026

Today marks the 13th anniversary of Super Typhoon Yolanda. We offer our prayers for the lives lost and honor the resilience that continues to unite Eastern Visayas. We remember their memory, honor their courage, and carry their hope forward. 🕯️🕊

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07/11/2026

BENCHMARKING AND LEARNING VISIT AT BAHAY PAG-ASA AND BAHAY KALINGA IN VALENZUELA CITY CUM KNOWLEDGE SHARING AND PLANNING WORKSHOP FOR A CHILD-CENTERED LOCALIZED ACTION PLAN FOR CHILDREN

In pursuit of strengthening the Municipality of Burauen’s programs, policies, and services for children, LGOO II Vicente E. Rupa Jr. of the DILG Burauen Field Office joined the Municipal Council for the Protection of Children (MCPC), alongside the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO) and other local government officials, in a three-day benchmarking and learning visit to Muntinlupa City and Valenzuela City on October 28–30, 2026.

The activity aimed to enhance the capacity of the MCPC and key offices of LGU Burauen in formulating and implementing coordinated, child-centered, and localized interventions for the protection, rehabilitation, development, and promotion of children's rights and welfare.

During the first leg of the visit, the delegation gained insights into Muntinlupa City’s approaches to early childhood care and development, focusing on the management of child development facilities, early learning program implementation, and holistic welfare initiatives for young children.

In Valenzuela City, delegates conducted a facility tour of Bahay Kalinga, where local officials presented its dedicated child-care, protection, and support programs. The delegation subsequently toured Bahay Pag-asa to examine its facility layout, operational setup, and case management procedures for Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL).

The benchmarking activity also included a knowledge-sharing and planning workshop, providing the LGU of Burauen with valuable insights and actionable strategies to finalize its localized action plan, ensuring a safer and more supportive environment for every Burawanon child.

, DILG Leyte Province, Local Government Unit Of Burauen

05/11/2026

BURAUEN, LEYTE JOINS 4TH QUARTER NATIONWIDE SIMULTANEOUS EARTHQUAKE DRILL (NSED) 2026

In a unified effort to strengthen local disaster preparedness and observe World Tsunami Awareness Day—carrying the global theme "Be Tsunami Ready: Resilience Starts With You"—the DILG Burauen Field Office, together with the barangays of Burauen, Leyte, actively participated in the 4th Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) today, November 5, 2026.

The simulation saw broad participation across the municipality. Barangay officials, appointees, and volunteers led local efforts, while students and community members actively engaged in the exercise by practicing the standard "Duck, Cover, and Hold" protocol before carrying out organized evacuations to designated safe zones. Following the drill, Punong Barangays and Sangguniang Bayan (SB) Members on Infrastructure evaluated ex*****on to refine emergency procedures, update disaster risk management plans, and streamline inter-agency response for real scenarios.

Additionally, the DILG Burauen Office, led by MLGOO Pedrera, provided key insights on the activity. The office assessed the effectiveness of existing communication and response protocols while identifying critical gaps to enhance future drill conduct and administrative response.

The successful exercise highlighted the readiness of the local government unit's emergency teams, evacuation strategy, and early warning systems. Crucially, the dual observance serves as a vital reminder to vulnerable coastal communities: when a severe earthquake strikes or natural tsunami warning signs appear, immediate and self-reliant evacuation to higher ground saves lives.

Through the sustained commitment of the DILG, municipal leaders, barangay officials, volunteers, and local youth, Burauen continues to build a resilient, disaster-ready community capable of responding calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

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05/11/2026

DILG BURAUEN JOINS 34TH NATIONAL CHILDREN’S MONTH CELEBRATION, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO CHILD-FRIENDLY GOVERNANCE

Aligning with the nationwide effort to protect and champion the rights of Filipino youth, the DILG Burauen Field Office actively joins the celebration of the 𝟯𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 this November 2026.

Carrying this year’s theme, “𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙀𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙨 (𝘾𝙋𝙞𝙀): 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙜𝙖𝙣! 𝙏𝙪𝙢𝙪𝙜𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙩 𝙆𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙖: 𝙎𝙖 𝘽𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙃𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖, 𝙈𝙖𝙨 𝙇𝙞𝙜𝙩𝙖𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙖”, the month-long observance underscores the critical need to safeguard children’s welfare, safety, and holistic development during disaster responses, emergencies, and everyday community life.

DILG Burauen continues to work alongside the LGU Burauen, the Local Council for the Protection of Children (LCPC), and municipal stakeholders to ensure that policies and grassroots initiatives translate into concrete safety measures for every child. By fostering safe home environments, resilient schools, and active barangay councils, the municipality aims to empower young individuals to reach their full potential.

Throughout November, residents, parents, teachers, and youth leaders across Burauen, Leyte are encouraged to join local activities, support community-led youth programs, and actively advocate for child protection in every neighborhood.

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