DOLE GAD Singko

03/10/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘀.
𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝗕𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹.

With gratitude and pride, DOLE Bicol celebrates a remarkable milestone at the 𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀, “𝙋𝙖𝙜𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙡𝙖 𝙖𝙩 𝙋𝙖𝙜𝙥𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙖 𝙢𝙜𝙖 𝙃𝙪𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙆𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙞 𝙣𝙜 𝙆𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣," held on 02 October 2026, at Luxent Hotel, Timog Avenue, Quezon City.

All three entries of DOLE Bicol advanced as national finalists and earned their places among the Top 3 in their respective award categories—a meaningful recognition of leadership, mentorship, and dedicated public service.

At the heart of this celebration is a recognition that feels especially meaningful to the DOLE Bicol family.

Former Regional Director 𝗜𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗮 𝗙. 𝗚𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗼, Dedeng Gatinao now serving DOLE Region XII, was conferred 🥇𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 in the 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 as an official entry of DOLE Bicol. The award covers a period when she was still at the helm of the Bicol Region, making this recognition a fitting affirmation of the leadership we had the privilege of witnessing firsthand.

Through changing circumstances, challenges, and transitions, she led with adaptability, decisiveness, and heart. Her assignment in Bicol may have ended, but the impact of her leadership remains. And perhaps this award says it best: her years in Bicol were not simply time spent in the Region but they became part of a legacy worth recognizing at the national level.

As RD Gatinao continues a new chapter in Region XII, Bicol will always remember the leader who once stood at its helm, the work accomplished under her watch, and the people whose lives and careers she helped shape. This recognition will always carry a little piece of Bicol with it. ❤️

Alongside her, we proudly celebrate 𝗟𝘆𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝗛. 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗙𝘂𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲, Lynette Heath Dela Fuente 🥈 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲, 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱, and 𝗝𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗦. 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗼, 🥈 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲, 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 – 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟮 — completing a proud showing for all three DOLE Bicol entries.

Different awards. Different journeys. One shared commitment to excellence in public service.

Congratulations to our national awardees! 🏆✨

02/10/2026

𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝗕𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹 joins the celebration of 𝗘𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! 👵👴

This October 1–7, let us honor our senior citizens and recognize their invaluable contributions to our families, communities, and nation.

With this year’s theme, “Nakatatandang Pilipino: May Halaga at Karapatan, May Boses at Ambag sa Bayan,” let us continue to uphold their rights, dignity, and meaningful participation in society. ❤️

Puso para sa Seniors!

30/09/2026

29/09/2026

𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐎𝐍 𝐆𝐀𝐃𝐳𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 —— 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲. 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬. 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬.

DOLE Bicol proudly presents the 𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗚𝗢𝗡 𝗚𝗔𝗗𝘇𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, its first annual Gender and Development Accomplishment Report, featuring the milestones, programs, and initiatives that advance gender equality, empowerment, and inclusive development across the Bicol Region. 📖💜

Read the full ORAGON GADzette 2025 and discover the stories behind our journey toward a more inclusive and gender-responsive workplace and community. ✨

Take a look at the 2025 DOLE Bicol GAD Annual Accomplishment Report by clicking this link: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2ed00ee29c.html /1 or scan the QR code below

16/09/2026

𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝗕𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹 joins the nation in the observance of 𝘾𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙋𝙖𝙡𝙨𝙮 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙒𝙚𝙚𝙠 on September 16-22, 2026.

𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝘀𝘆 is a 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 that affects 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. It is caused by permanent brain damage that occurs before, during, or shortly after birth, making the quality of care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the newborn period especially important.

Although difficulties with movement are the most visible sign of cerebral palsy, the condition affects more than just physical motion. It can make it challenging for a child to plan, coordinate, and control movements needed for everyday activities. Posture, balance, and the ability to move from one position to another may also be affected.

Over time, these challenges can lead to changes in the muscles, joints, and bones, which may further limit movement. As a result, cerebral palsy is not simply a disorder of movement, it is a condition that can affect how a child interacts with and responds to the demands of daily life.

This observance serves as an opportunity to raise awareness and deepen public understanding of cerebral palsy and the experiences of persons living with the condition.

As we join this observance, let us also strive to work toward a more compassionate and inclusive communities for all.

Source: World Health Organization (WHO), World Health, Vol. 48, No. 5 (September–October 1995), "Cerebral Palsy" by Adriano Ferrari.

10/09/2026

Growth is not always visible. Sometimes, it happens in the moments when you choose to keep going despite uncertainty, fear, or exhaustion.

Like the caterpillar that transforms into a butterfly, every season of struggle carries the possibility of change and healing. The road may be difficult, but your story is not over yet.

If you're facing challenges, remember that you do not have to carry them alone. Reaching out for help is a sign of courage, and every small step forward is a victory worth recognizing.

This Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, let us extend more compassion, understanding, and support. Check in with someone you care about, listen without judgment, and encourage those who may be struggling to seek help when needed. Often, a simple conversation can remind a person that hope remains and that they are not alone. 🦋💜

Creatives by: T. Betis

***dePreventionAwarenessMonth

31/08/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆, 𝘄𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

We celebrate the heroes who fought for our freedom, our rights, and a better future—including the women whose voices, strength, and sacrifices helped shape our nation.

May we carry their courage forward and continue the work they started.

14/08/2026

17 𝙔𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙒𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣’𝙨 𝙍𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 💜

For 17 years, the Magna Carta of Women has helped protect women’s rights and promote equal opportunities for all.

Let’s continue to support, respect, and empower every woman—because equality starts with all of us.