28/03/2026
💜 𝐖𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍’𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐔𝐘𝐎𝐂 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐒 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐖𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍! 💜
The Municipality of Malabuyoc proudly celebrates National Women’s Month – a tribute to EVERY woman in our community! To all mothers, single moms, independent women, hardworking professionals, and every amazing woman in every role – 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡!
A special salute to our beloved Municipal Mayor, Hon. Erlinda Q. Piedad – an inspiring leader who stands firmly for our community, believes in our potential, and dedicates herself wholeheartedly to her work. You are truly the mother of our municipality – thank you for leading with grace and strength! 💖
On March 27, 2026, we brought our community together for a day of learning and celebration:
✨ 𝙈𝙤𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣: A powerful symposium on Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC), where Ms. Elvie Samson-Gaudan, MLGOO-DILG, shared invaluable insights, advocacies, and information on women’s rights.
✨ 𝘼𝙛𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙤𝙤𝙣 𝙎𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣: The much-anticipated “Balik-Tanaw Pageant” that showcased the beauty, talent, and pride of Filipino women!
𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐅𝐄𝐋𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐊𝐒 𝐓𝐎:
Our empowered guest:
• Hon. Cecile Archita, Vice Committee on Women, SB Member
• Hon. Elizabeth Maranga, ABC President
• Ms. Mary Ann Cardosa, PNP
• Ms. Elvie Samson-Gaudan, MLGOO - DILG
Our esteemed judges: Mr. Angeles E. Ortiz, Ms. Grant B. Allosada, and Ms. Greatchiell Y. Aragon – thank you for your time and fair evaluation!
Our amazing pageant candidates who gave their all:
• Woman of the Year 2026: Ms. Laurine Kate Bengil
• 1st Runner Up: Ms. Annabelle Licaros
• 2nd Runner Up: Ms. Eleonor Doroon
• 3rd Runner Up: Ms. Arlene Green Lecera
• 4th Runner Up: Ms. Crystal Mae Allera
To all our attendees – BNS, BHW, CDW, Women’s Association members, and other guests – your presence made this day extra special!
To Mr. Alan Dinoy and his team for the breathtaking stage setup, and to our dynamic emcee Ms. Gliza Mae Y. Aragon for bringing so much energy to the event!
And to the behind-the-scenes the MSWD Office – Designate Officer Mr. Jose Leovin C. Acosta, Women’s Focal Person Ms. Lakeisha C. Secusana, MSWD Staff, Kalahi Staff, and all volunteers who gave their time and effort to make this celebration a huge success! We owe you all so much! 💪
Together, we honor women’s achievements, protect their rights, and build a brighter, more inclusive future for Malabuyoc! 💪✨