DOST - Cordillera Administrative Region

31/10/2026

| A taste of the mountains awaits!

Enjoy local flavors from Mountain Province at the DOSTCARtified Bazaar during the 2026 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week. Find something to sip, share, or bring home while supporting our local MSMEs.

📅 November 5–7, 2026
📍 BGVJR Memorial Gym, Poblacion, Luna, Apayao

Make Mountain Province part of your bazaar stops. See you there!

30/10/2026

#𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗖𝗔𝗥𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 | 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮!

Discover the beauty of traditional handwoven clothing, colorful textiles, and handcrafted creations from Kalinga at the DOSTCARtified Bazaar during the 2026 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week. Celebrate local craftsmanship and bring home a piece of Kalinga's rich cultural heritage while supporting our local MSMEs.

📅 November 5–7, 2026
📍 BGVJR Memorial Gym, Poblacion, Luna, Apayao

Take home a piece of Kalinga's artistry. See you there!

30/10/2026

𝙋𝙊𝙑: 𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝙁𝙔𝙋 𝙄𝙎 𝙏𝙍𝙔𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝙏𝙊 𝙏𝙀𝙇𝙇 𝙔𝙊𝙐 𝙎𝙊𝙈𝙀𝙏𝙃𝙄𝙉𝙂… 👀

Your algorithm isn't acting up, it's giving you a sign! In just 6 DAYS, the 2026 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) is taking over Luna, Apayao, and trust us, this is one event you DON'T want to scroll past!

So, mga ka-STI, ready na ba? The excitement is building, the innovations are waiting, and Apayao is calling! Don't miss out on three days of learning, discovery, and innovation!

📅 November 5–7, 2026
📍 Luna, Apayao

6 DAYS TO GO! Kita-kits sa RSTW 2026, mga ka-STI! 🎉

29/10/2026

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗜𝗦 𝗢𝗡! 𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 & 𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚!

Three days. One region. Endless possibilities.
EVERYONE IS INVITED! Whether you're a student, teacher, researcher, farmer, entrepreneur, parent, or simply curious about science and technology, come and be part of the 2026 Regional Science, and Technology Week (RSTW) in CAR!

📍 Luna, Apayao | November 5–7, 2026

Get ready for three days of discovery, creativity, and innovation!

DAY 1 | November 5
Opening ceremonies, interactive exhibits, TechTalk, and a showcase of science, technology, and community innovations.

DAY 2 | November 6
Robotics competitions, innovation pitching, and a technology and knowledge-sharing forum for farmers.

DAY 3 | November 7
Technology and biodiversity fora, interactive science experiences, and closing ceremonies.

And there's more to explore! Visit the S&T Exhibit and Techno Bazaar at BGVJR Memorial Gymnasium and experience the wonders of the Planetarium, Robotics, Saribuhay Wall, Escape Room, and Virtual Reality at Luna Central School.

With the theme “Science, Technology, & Digital Innovation: Driving Food Security, Sustainable Energy, & National Resilience,” this year's RSTW highlights how scientific discoveries and technological innovations can help build food-secure communities, advance sustainable energy, and strengthen our resilience.

No lab coat required. No science degree needed. Just bring your curiosity!

📢 Come one, come all! Bring your family, friends, classmates, colleagues, and fellow innovation enthusiasts. Discover new ideas, experience emerging technologies, celebrate local ingenuity, and see how science can make a difference in our everyday lives.

This November, let's put science into action and keep innovation within everyone's reach. See you at RSTW 2026 at Luna, Apayao!

29/10/2026

#𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗖𝗔𝗥𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 | 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗳𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗼!

Explore local craftsmanship and refreshing flavors from Ifugao at the DOSTCARtified Bazaar during the 2026 Regional Science, Technology and Innovation Week.

📅 November 5–7, 2026
📍 BGVJR Memorial Gym, Poblacion, Luna, Apayao

Find a keepsake, enjoy a local drink, and support Ifugao’s MSMEs. See you there!

28/10/2026

𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧-𝗖𝗔𝗥 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟮𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗣𝗥𝗔

LA TRINIDAD, Benguet — The Department of Science and Technology–Cordillera Administrative Region (DOST-CAR) joined the celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Month and the 29th anniversary of the Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act (IPRA) of 1997, or Republic Act No. 8371, on October 27, 2026, at the Benguet Sports Complex in Wangal, La Trinidad, Benguet.

Anchored on the theme, “Empowering Indigenous Peoples: Strengthening Rights, Culture, and Ancestral Domains,” the celebration highlighted the importance of upholding the rights of Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs), preserving their cultural heritage, and protecting their ancestral domains.

As a regional agency committed to advancing science, technology, and innovation for inclusive development, DOST-CAR supports efforts that recognize Indigenous Peoples not only as beneficiaries of development initiatives but also as active partners in shaping solutions that respond to their needs and aspirations.

Through continued collaboration and respect for Indigenous knowledge, culture, and traditions, DOST-CAR joins the call for a future where development is inclusive, rights-based, and grounded in the empowerment of Indigenous Peoples and their communities.

28/10/2026

IN PHOTOS: Visitors explored DOST-CAR’s TaRaKi Kiosk and experienced CrimeXperience by the University of the Cordilleras during the 2026 Handa Pilipinas Luzon Leg in Pampanga!

📍 Next stop: Luna, Apayao for the 2026 RSTW in CAR on November 4–6, 2026.

See you there!

28/10/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞: 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧-𝗖𝗔𝗥’𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗥𝗮𝗞𝗶 𝗞𝗶𝗼𝘀𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘀-𝗟𝘂𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗴

The TaRaKi: Technology for Disaster Resilience and Climate Knowledge Innovation Kiosk of DOST-CAR was among the exhibitors at the 2026 Handa Pilipinas Luzon Leg, held on October 26–28, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center Clark, Pampanga.

Designed to make learning about disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation more accessible and engaging, TaRaKi provides educational resources, interactive learning materials, and virtual reality applications. It supports public awareness and community capacity-building through both online and offline functionalities.

The TaRaKi Kiosk has been deployed to Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices (PDRRMOs) across CAR, the City Government of Baguio, and the Smart and Sustainable Communities Program (SSCP) LGU partners helping bring disaster preparedness and climate change adaptation knowledge closer to local communities.

28/10/2026

𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧-𝗖𝗔𝗥 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿-𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗔 𝗣𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗦-𝗟𝘂𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗴

DOST-CAR Regional Director Dr. Nancy A. Bantog underscored the importance of science, technology, innovation, and collaboration in strengthening disaster resilience during her opening message at the 2026 Handa Pilipinas – Luzon Leg Stakeholders’ Forum on October 28, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center Clark, Pampanga.

RD Bantog emphasized that disaster resilience requires a continuing and integrated effort from understanding risks and preventing their impacts to preparing communities, responding effectively to disasters, and rebuilding lives and livelihoods.

Drawing from DOST-CAR’s experience in the Cordillera Administrative Region, she reaffirmed the importance of making science, technology, and innovation accessible and responsive to the needs of local government units (LGUs). She cited initiatives such as the deployment of GeoRiskPH and the development of digital tools for disaster risk information and management as part of efforts to strengthen local capacities for risk-informed planning and decision-making.

Meanwhile, LGU-La Trinidad, Benguet Mayor Roderick C. Awingan was one of the panelists in the forum’s discussion - Showcasing DRRM Innovations and Best Practices of Local Champions. He presented the municipality’s innovative approaches and best practices in disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM), sharing local experiences and initiatives that contribute to strengthening disaster preparedness and community resilience.

The panel discussion brought together local champions to share their experiences and strategies across the four thematic areas of DRRM: Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, Disaster Preparedness, Disaster Response, and Disaster Rehabilitation and Recovery. The activity provided an avenue for LGUs to exchange practical solutions, identify lessons learned, and explore approaches that may be replicated or adapted in other communities.

The Stakeholders’ Forum also featured discussions on strengthening local governance for disaster resilience, health emergency preparedness, and agricultural resilience, highlighting the importance of coordinated efforts across sectors in addressing disaster risks.

28/10/2026