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NCIP Davao Occidental, NCIP Davao Occidental Provincial Office, Legislative Complex, Brgy. Lacaron, Malita (2026)

22/09/2026

𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐏 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 "𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚-𝐄𝐬𝐤𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮" 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢

A total of 86 Blaan students from Kindergarten to Grade 6 received educational support through the "𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚-𝐄𝐬𝐤𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮" conducted by the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) Davao Occidental Provincial Office on September 17, 2026 at Guillerma A. Olarte Elementary School, Barangay Gomtago, Sarangani, Davao Occidental under the tutelage of Provincial Officer Atty. Leonor T. Oralde-Quintayo.

This initiative was made possible through a continuous partnership with the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) of Davao Occidental under the leadership of Governor Atty. Franklin P. Bautista. Its enabling fund support for the annual implementation of the project has been instrumental in bringing essential educational resources closer to remote IP areas.

Guillerma A. Olarte Elementary School was chosen as a project beneficiary for this year. Situated in an Underserved and Unserved Area (UUA), the school serves IP students who face geographical and economic barriers to education. Adding to these daily challenges, the institution suffered severe damage from the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Southern Mindanao on June 08, 2026.

To address the daily needs and improve the participation and readiness of the IP students, the activity focused on distributing various school supplies. Each student recieved a backpack containing notebooks, pencils, ballpens, crayons, scissors and erasers along with a raincoat and a pair of slippers.

In addition, the IP learners were provided with nutritious hot meals, highlighting the importance of addressing children's nutritional needs to support their daily learning. This reinforced the initiative's commitment to advancing their health and education.

The activity was facilitated by the Sarangani Community Service Center (CSC) Team led by Ms. Caroline S. Pascual, Community Development Officer III/CSC Head with the assistance of School Principal Ferdinand E. Aracala and his fellow teachers.

In solidarity, the Davao Occidental Police Provincial Office under the leadership of PCOL Sherwin M. Butil, Provincial Director and represented by PLTCOL Arquiomedes Crosby D. Wesley, Force Commander of the 2nd Davao Occidental Provincial Mobile Force Company provided food packs, free haircut services and security.

Also in attendance was the 73rd Infantry Battalion of Davao Occidental, which extended its full support to the initiative, ensuring the safety and security of the participants throughout the project's implementation.

Key attendees included Municipal IP Chieftain Fulong Jose Cawah and Municipal IPMR Fulong Arnel Aguil, joined by Honorable Mercedez C. Cawag, Punong Barangay of the Local Government Unit of Gomtago. In their speeches, they highlighted that investing in the education of future generations is key to a resilient and responsive ancestral domain.

Aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education), Tabang Pa-Eskwela sa Tribu is an annual initiative of NCIP Davao Occidental with the aim to promote inclusive education by supporting disadvantaged IP students, especially those who resides in areas hardly reach by government services.

21/09/2026

September 21, 2026 || NCIP Davao Occidental Joins I-LEAD Assessment and 2027 Planning Workshop

The NCIP Davao Occidental Provincial Office, together with delegates from NCIP Davao City, the NCIP XI Regional Office and Region XII, took part in the I-LEAD Assessment and 2027 Planning Workshop—a four-day activity focused on reflection, learning and planning for the year ahead held at Park Inn by Radisson, Manila.

In her discussion on the rationale of the activity, Ms. Marita M. Cisneros, I-LEAD Project Manager, shared that the workshop aims to develop the 2027 Annual Work Plan and Activity Registry, while also looking back on the implementation of the project and identifying ways to further improve its delivery.

The participants were also given an orientation on the I-LEAD Operations Note and Operations Manual, covering important areas such as project management arrangements, UNDP Policies, Operations and Procedures (POPP), work planning, financial management and claims, procurement and contracting, travel arrangements and the roles of responsible parties.

The afternoon session also tackles Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL); safeguards, risk management, accountability and grievance mechanisms; knowledge, communication and visibility; and assets, records and information management.

More than the presentations and technical discussions, the activity also provided a space for participants to pause, reflect, share experiences and learn from one another. The first day opened with a participatory reflection and interactive discussions, allowing everyone to share their perspectives and what they hoped to gain from the workshop.

As the teams came together from different offices and regions, the workshop became an opportunity not only to plan for 2027, but also to strengthen collaboration and deepen a shared commitment to ensuring that I-LEAD project remain responsive, meaningful and beneficial to Indigenous Peoples and communities.

18/09/2026

CONGRATULATIONS, OUR NEW SOCIAL WORK PROFESSIONALS!

NCIP Davao Occidental proudly extends its warmest congratulations to our Educational Assistance Program (EAP) Grantees and Review Assistance Beneficiary who successfully passed the recently conducted Social Worker Licensure Exam (SWLE)!

Your success is a testament to your hard work, perseverance, dedication and commitment to serving others, especially our Indigenous Peoples and communities.

The NCIP is honored to have been part of your journey through its Educational Assistance Program and Review Assistance, supporting our Indigenous learners and future professionals in reaching their dreams.

May your achievement inspire more IP youth to pursue education, embrace their potential and become future leaders and advocates for their communities.

Congratulations, newly licensed social workers!

May you continue to uphold the values of service, compassion, integrity and empowerment as you begin this new chapter.

Education empowers Indigenous Peoples.
Your success empowers your community.

17/09/2026

September 17, 2026 || NCIP Davao Occidental Joins the Philippine Bamboo Month Celebration

In observance of the Philippine Bamboo Month, the NCIP Davao Occidental under the tutelage of Atty. Leonor T. Oralde-Quintayo, Provincial Officer, joined the Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (DENR-PENRO) Davao Occidental together with various government agencies and private sector partners in commemorating this meaningful environmental celebration.

The celebration was held at the riverbank of Barangay Sangay, Municipality of Malita, a community that experienced the devastating effects of the massive flooding in 2025, which reportedly affected and displaced 60 families. While the riverbank rehabilitation and bamboo planting activities had already been undertaken in previous years, the massive flooding highlighted the continuing vulnerability of communities to extreme environmental events.

In her message, Atty. Leonor T. Oralde-Quintayo expressed NCIP Davao Occidental’s appreciation to DENR and its partner agencies for their continuing efforts to restore and rehabilitate ancestral domain areas and other environmentally vulnerable communities.

“Dili na layo sa atoa ang mga nahitabo sa atoang lokal ug international nga komunidad tungod sa global warming. Hinaot nga pinaagi sa atong pagtanom, matakdan ta sa resilience sa bamboo—nga padayon nga nagbarog ug nagpalig-on bisan pa sa mga kalisdanan.”

She emphasized that everyone is a steward of the environment, recognizing that human activities have contributed to ecological degradation. Environmental restoration initiatives, including tree and bamboo planting, serve as collaborative efforts to help restore ecosystems that have been damaged over time.

Atty. Oralde-Quintayo also reiterated that Indigenous Peoples communities are often among those most vulnerable to the impacts of environmental disasters, particularly those whose livelihoods and communities are closely connected to ancestral domain and natural resources.

Thus, NCIP Davao Occidental continues to support tree planting, bamboo planting, watershed rehabilitation and other environmental restorationprojects led not only by DENR but also by other national government agencies, local government units, private organizations and other partners.

🌱 Bamboo for Resilience, Restoration and Sustainability

The Philippine Bamboo Month is observed every September pursuant to Proclamation No. 1401 signed by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, declaring September of every year as the “Philippine Bamboo Month.”

The choice of bamboo for the riverbank rehabilitation program is anchored on its capacity to contribute to soil stabilization. According to Forester Redentor G. Magno, Chief of the Technical Services Division, bamboo’s extensive root system can anchor firmly into the soil, helping strengthen riverbanks and withstand the effects of flooding and soil erosion.

The activity serves as a reminder that environmental protection is a shared responsibility. Through joint action, partnership and sustained restoration efforts, communities can help rebuild natural ecosystems and strengthen their resilience against the impacts of climate change.

NCIP Davao Occidental stands with DENR and its partner agencies in advancing environmental stewardship and the protection and restoration of our natural resources—for Indigenous Peoples, for communities and for generations to come.

Bamboo Month 2026 | Strengthening Resilience, Restoring Ecosystems, Protecting Communities 🎋

16/09/2026

𝐓𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐮𝐥𝐨 𝐈𝐂𝐂/𝐈𝐏𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐨𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐤𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐨 𝐃𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐈𝐏𝐌𝐑

The Tagakaulo Indigenous Cultural Community/Indigenous Peoples of Barangay Talogoy, Malita, Davao Occidental successfully re-selected Matikadeng Cresencio Dumpanon as their Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR) during the selection process held on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at the Barangay Talogoy IP Hall Center.

Matikadeng Dumpanon was unanimously chosen once again by the IP Council of Barangay Talogoy for his last term to represent the IP community in the Barangay Local Legislative Body.

Facilitated by Atty. Walbert M. Goling, NCIP Davao Occidental IPMR Focal/Provincial Legal Officer, the proceeding was conducted in accordance with Tagakaulo’s customary consensus building known as “Balaw-Balaw”.

This process was attended by the Tagakaulo Council of Leaders and Elders, led by Matikadeng Leopoldo Bancil, Barangay IP Chieftain. The Barangay Local Government Unit under the leadership of Punong Barangay Renato T. Oralde also witnessed the selection process, with Kagawad Rebecca Benito, Kimberly Talapan and Christituto Maladian in attendance.

15/09/2026

September 14, 2026 || HANDOG NG PANGULO: SERBISYONG SAPAT PARA SA LAHAT One-Stop Government Services Caravan | Davao Occidental

The NCIP Davao Occidental Provincial Office** actively participated in the “Handog ng Pangulo: Serbisyong Sapat para sa Lahat,” a one-stop government services caravan held on September 14, 2026, at the ABC Gymnasium, Malita, Davao Occidental**.

As part of its commitment to bring accessible and responsive government services closer to Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs), the NCIP Davao Occidental Provincial Office provided various assistance and information services to IP clients, including:

Legal Assistance and Consultation – Atty. Walbert Goling, Provincial Legal Officer, assisted clients seeking legal advice and clarification on matters concerning their rights and other legal concerns.

Educational Assistance Program (EAP) – Information and assistance were provided to IP clients regarding the NCIP’s educational assistance programs and requirements.

Certificate of Confirmation (COC) – attended to inquiries and provided guidance on the application and requirements for the Certificate of Confirmation.

Height Waiver Assistance – Guidance was also provided to IP applicants seeking a Height Waiver in connection with their applications to government uniformed services such as the Philippine National Police (PNP), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and other government agencies, including DepEd.

The NCIP team likewise addressed various concerns and inquiries raised by IP clients, providing appropriate information, referrals and assistance to ensure that their concerns are properly attended to.

Through its participation in the Handog ng Pangulo: Serbisyong Sapat para sa Lahat, the NCIP Davao Occidental Provincial Office reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that government services are accessible, responsive and inclusive, particularly for the Indigenous Peoples of the province.

13/09/2026

SEPTEMBER 11–12, 2026 | WORKSHOP ON INDIGENOUS LEARNING SYSTEM

The NCIP Davao Occidental Provincial Office joined and supported the Department of Education – Davao Occidental during the Division Workshop on Indigenous Learning Systems held at Buhangin Elementary School, home of the Division IPEd Center.

The activity brought together teachers, learners, IP Elders, Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representatives (IPMRs) and other IPEd stakeholders to strengthen the integration and transmission of Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Practices (IKSPs) in education.

Atty. Leonor T. Oralde-Quintayo, graced the activity and shared the importance of empowering the IP school children as future culture bearers and culture-oriented leaders.

Through its participation, NCIP Davao Occidental reaffirms its support to DepEd’s Indigenous Peoples Education (IPEd) Program and its continuing efforts to promote culturally responsive education, preserve Indigenous culture and traditions and ensure that Indigenous knowledge is passed on to the next generation.

04/09/2026

NCIP Davao Occidental Supports School-Based IPed Training for School IPed Coordinators

September 2–4, 2026 | Fulong Maliona M. San Sr. National High School, Brgy. Little Baguio, Malita, Davao Occidental

The NCIP Davao Occidental, through Provincial Officer Atty. Leonor T. Oralde-Quintayo, participated in the School-Based Training of Trainers (SBTT) for School Personnel, where she served as a keynote speaker.

The three-day activity brings together education stakeholders and School IPed Coordinators to strengthen their knowledge, skills and capacity in implementing culturally responsive and context-based education for Indigenous learners.

NCIP Davao Occidental recognizes the vital role of IPed in ensuring that Indigenous learners receive quality education that respects and promotes their culture, identity, traditions, knowledge systems and rights. Through continued collaboration with the Department of Education and other partners, NCIP remains committed to supporting initiatives that advance inclusive, culturally responsive and meaningful education for Indigenous Peoples.

03/09/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲! The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) Davao Occidental proudly congratulates Ms. Geraldine Calatao for successfully passing the 2026 Criminologist Licensure Examination.

A bona fide member of the Blaan ICC/IPs from Barangay Calian, Municipality of Don Marcelino, Ms. Calatao is one of the Payapa at Masaganang Pamayanan – Educational Assistance Program or PAMANA-EAP Grantees of NCIP Davao Occidental.

Her unwavering dedication, hard work and perseverance serve as an inspiration to the Indigenous Peoples.

Congratulations, ug padayon!

20/08/2026

August 20, 2026 | 𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐏 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐗𝐈 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

The NCIP Region XI conducted its 2026 Regional Management Conference on August 20, 2026, at the NCIP Regional Office in Davao City. The conference was presided over by Regional Director Atty. Geroncio R. Aguio, CESO III, with the participation of Commissioner Leslie Mae F. Plaza, the newly appointed Ethnographic Commissioner for Southern and Eastern Mindanao.

The NCIP Davao Occidental Provincial Office, headed by Atty. Leonor T. Oralde-Quintayo, Provincial Officer, also attended the management conference, joining regional officials and personnel in discussing key matters concerning the effective delivery of programs and services to Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) in Davao Region.

The meeting covered updates and discussions on administrative matters, 2026 fund utilization, accounting updates and AOMs, Regional Hearing Office (RHO) and Regional Legal Office (RLO) updates, the Regional Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR) Summit, issues and concerns on Indigenous Political Structures (IPS), 2027 programs, activities and projects (PAPs) based on the Chairperson’s priorities and the identification of priorities for FY 2027, among other matters.

The conference served as an important venue for strengthening coordination, addressing operational concerns and aligning priorities toward the continued improvement of NCIP programs and services for ICCs/IPs.

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