Jaro I District - Iloilo City Social Welfare and Development Office

Congratulations to our Bulawanon nga Nanay 2026! 👑✨

With great pride and admiration, we honor Mrs. Athena Mar O. Labios of Jaro 1 District for this remarkable achievement. Among many outstanding mother, you truly shone the brightest, gracing the stage with elegance, strength, and authenticity.

Your beauty goes beyond appearance, reflecting the kindness and compassion within you. Your wisdom and confidence inspire others, while your golden heart embodies the true essence of motherhood. You are a living testament to what it means to be a strong and empowered mother.

May your journey continue to uplift and motivate others in your community and beyond. May you keep inspiring fellow mothers to lead with love, courage, and purpose.

We would also like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Barangay San Isidro, Jaro, or your unwavering and continuous support of the programs and initiatives of the CSWDO.

ctto: IIloilo City Council for the Protection of Children

The CSWDO Iloilo City, in coordination with PSMS Jinky Paniza, Mr. Ray Domingo, and Ms. Teresita Chua together with Atty. Fritzie Diez-Treñas, successfully conducted an onsite validation for the nominee, Athena Mar Labios of Brgy. San Isidro Jaro - CSWDO Jaro I District for the Bulawanon nga Nanay 2026.

The activity highlights the City’s continued commitment to honoring mothers whose lives reflect dedication, strength, and compassion. Through onsite validation, the validators was able to witness firsthand the inspiring story of the nominee, while verifying submitted documents and gathering valuable insights from the community.

The Bulawanon nga Nanay pays tribute to remarkable mothers who consistently exceed expectations in caring for their families and contributing to the betterment of their communities. They stand as true symbols of resilience, love, and responsible parenthood, inspiring others through their unwavering commitment and compassion.

May 12, 2026

The Iloilo City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office successfully conducted an Orientation on Basic First Aid and Basic Life Support Training under the TRACE (Trained Responders for Action, Crisis, and Emergencies) Program for Child Development Workers (CDWs) and Supplementary Feeding Workers (SFWs) of Jaro I District.

The activity aimed to enhance the participants’ knowledge and skills in responding to emergency situations, providing immediate first aid assistance, and performing proper basic life support procedures. This intensive certification course provided structured instruction and practical application in wound care, bandaging, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and choking management, equipping CSWDO Staff with the operational competencies necessary to respond swiftly and effectively to workplace, community, and can help ensure the safety and well-being of children during emergencies.

The City Social Welfare and Development Office – Jaro I District extends its sincere gratitude to the resource speakers from the CDRRMO for sharing their expertise and valuable knowledge during the activity. Special thanks are also extended to Pastor Rick Martin and Iloilo Baptist Church for providing the venue for the said orientation.

Distribution of Localized ECCD Checklist from CSWDO Molo Office to Bahay Bulilit Child Development Center, Barangay Benedicto, Jaro. The twenty four (24) Child Development Workers in Jaro I District received their ECCD Checklist with their ever supportive Monitoring Officer, Ma'am Ginalyn D. Arenga.

The Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Checklist is designed to monitor children’s development in different domains. These domains include Fine Motor, Gross Motor, Self-Help, Receptive Language, Expressive Language, Cognitive, and Social-Emotional.

We would like to thanked our beloved Mayor Raisa Treñas and the Iloilo City Government for the initiative, generosity, and support to the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Program in Iloilo City.

To Hon. Rodel G. Mamon, Barangay Captain of Ungka, Jaro. Thank you so much Kap for providing us a vehicle for the hauling of our ECCD Checklist. We truly appreciate your kindness and trust. It was a big help, and we're very grateful for your generosity.

Central Philippine University Social Work Post Evaluation.

The Social Work Student Field Interns have successfully completed their required 500 hours of Community Organizing in Field Instruction II at Barangay Sambag, Jaro, Iloilo City.

Throughout their internship, the student interns demonstrated dedication, professionalism, and a strong commitment to public service. Their engagement with the community has not only enriched their academic experience but has also contributed meaningfully to the ongoing programs and initiatives within the barangay.

The City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) – Jaro I District commends the interns for their hard work and perseverance. We trust that they have gained valuable knowledge, skills, and insights that will guide them in their future careers as social worker. Likewise, we recognize their efforts in sharing their learning and fostering community empowerment during their field practice.

Special thanks to Punong Barangay Hon. Romeo L. Jagorin Jr. and Barangay Officials of Barangay Sambag, Jaro for accommodating and supporting the learning experience of our dear student field interns.

The Protective Services Division under the City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) Iloilo City successfully conducted the Orientation on the Specialized Drug Education Program in selected barangays of Jaro District, strengthening community-based efforts in drug prevention and awareness. This initiative underscores the city’s commitment to promoting a safer, healthier, and drug-free Iloilo.

The Office extends its sincere appreciation to our resource speakers, Rare Joben P. Geamala, RSW, and Edfel Villanueva, RSW, for sharing their expertise and valuable insights in advancing the objectives of the program.

The Family and Community Welfare Division under the Iloilo City Social Welfare and Development Office, successfully conducted Solo Parent Day 2026: A Program for Empowerment, Honor, and Recognition in observance of Solo Parents Week and Day at Uswag Gym, Molo, Iloilo City.

The event gathered solo parents from various barangays across the city, recognizing their unwavering strength, resilience, and dedication in nurturing their families despite the challenges they face and it served as a meaningful platform to celebrate their vital role in society.

Through this initiative, the Iloilo City Government continues to uphold its mission of fostering a compassionate, inclusive, and resilient community where every solo parent is valued, supported, and empowered.

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊!

Being a solo parent is never easy. You carry the responsibilities of both mother and father—you are a provider and a nurturer all at once. Yet despite the challenges, you continue to rise every single day for your children with strength and unwavering love.
Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and courage of every solo parent who bravely raises their child/ren on their own. We also recognize your invaluable contributions to the community.
The Iloilo City Government continues to take initiatives in providing programs and services dedicated to supporting solo parents.
In line with this, the Office of the City Social Welfare and Development Officer – Family and Community Welfare Division joins in celebration of Solo Parent Week, as a way of showing support, appreciation, and recognition to all solo parents in the community.
May every solo parent be reminded that you are “𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙉𝙊𝙏 𝘼𝙇𝙊𝙉𝙀.”

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊!

Being a solo parent is never easy. You carry the responsibilities of both mother and father—you are a provider and a nurturer all at once. Yet despite the challenges, you continue to rise every single day for your children with strength and unwavering love.

Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and courage of every solo parent who bravely raises their child/ren on their own. We also recognize your invaluable contributions to the community.

The Iloilo City Government continues to take initiatives in providing programs and services dedicated to supporting solo parents.

In line with this, the Office of the City Social Welfare and Development Officer – Family and Community Welfare Division joins in celebration of Solo Parent Week, as a way of showing support, appreciation, and recognition to all solo parents in the community.

May every solo parent be reminded that you are “𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙉𝙊𝙏 𝘼𝙇𝙊𝙉𝙀.”

The CPU Social Work Interns, in coordination with the City Social Welfare and Development Office – Jaro I District and Barangay Sambag, Jaro, Iloilo City, successfully conducted Orientation and PYAP Electoral Assembly: “Voices of the Youth, Power of Change” at Hopeville Homeowners Association Inc.

The activity aimed to orient and prepare the youth participants for the upcoming electoral assembly, providing them with a clear understanding of the organization’s structure, roles, and responsibilities of elected officers, as well as the importance of democratic processes within the Pag-asa Youth Association of the Philippines (PYAP).

The orientation served as a platform to encourage active youth engagement, foster leadership skills, and promote accountability among young leaders. Participants were guided on the significance of their involvement in community affairs and were inspired to take part in initiatives that contribute to social development and nation-building.