33rd Mechanized Infantry ‘Hunter’ Company

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | 33rd Mechanized Infantry Company Mental Health Seminar

A meaningful day of learning was conducted as the 33rd Mechanized Infantry Company, 3rd Mechanized Infantry Battalion, Armor Division, Philippine Army held its Mental Health Seminar for its personnel. The activity aimed to strengthen morale and promote the overall welfare of the unit as it continues to face operational challenges and personal struggles among its members.

Ms. Nina Ricci L. Ocbina, MA, RPm, RPsy, from the Office of the Surgeon General, served as the resource speaker. She emphasized that the demands of the soldier’s profession increase vulnerability to mental health challenges. With that, she discussed ways to identify worries, stress, and anxiety, as well as practical strategies to cope with them.

The seminar was highly participative, with personnel openly sharing their experiences, fostering a supportive and understanding environment within the unit.

Throughout the lecture, a key phrase was emphasized repeatedly as a guide in managing anxieties: “Enjoy your life, do your job, and make it simple.”

33rd Mechanized Infantry Company receives AFP Finance Center Multi-Purpose Cooperative Donation

The 33rd Mechanized Infantry Company welcomes the AFP Finance Center Multi-Purpose Cooperative (AFPFCMPC) as they conduct an information drive among personnel, emphasizing financial literacy, responsible financial management, and the importance of savings.

The activity was followed by the Turnover of Donation by COL ARONITO A AARON PA (RET), General Manager, AFPFCMPC, which will improve comfort to personnel during Troop Information and Education (TI&E), seminars, lectures, and other operational requirements of the unit.

The ceremonial handover highlights AFPFCMPC unwavering commitment to advancing soldier welfare and strengthening its partnership with this unit.

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"We cannot free ourselves unless we move forward united in a single desire."

- General Emilio Aguinaldo





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Blessing of New Facilities for the Rapid Deployment Force (RDF)

Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo, Quezon City - The 33rd Mechanized Infantry (Hunter) Company, 3rd Mechanized Infantry Battalion, Armor Division, Philippine Army which acts as the Rapid Deployment Force under the operational control of the National Capital Region Command (NCRCOM), formally held its blessing of Newly Constructed Facilities on 5 February 2026.

The RDF was then located along Segundo Ave., CGEA, QC, and now relocated to new headquarters near Gate 5, CGEA, QC wherein it is under the administrative control of GHQ & HSC, AFP, as Camp Administrator, with RDF serving as the tenant unit. The relocation and replication work form part of the approved works under the Joint, Personal and Special Staff (JPS) Billeting project of the AFP. The corresponding funds are included within the total approved project cost and are directly attributable to the implementation of the main infrastructure project.

The ceremony was officiated by Rev Fernando M Tan, Deacon of St Ignatius of Loyola Parish, CGEA. This blessing of facilities signifies the unit’s gratitude in all the abundance and provision bestowed upon the unit and its personnel.

The event was graced by COL WILFREDO B MANALANG III (MNSA), PA, Commander, Land Component, NCRCOM, LTC CARLO O GANANCIAL, Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, J4, AFP, and MAJ RANDELL L WANDAG, Assistant Chief of Staff for Logistics, G4, GHQ Headquarters Support Company, other officers and NCOs which highlighted the unveiling of key facilities at the new headquarters, including the two(2)-storey Prefabricated Barracks, and ten (10) bay Tank shed. As the company settle its new headquarters, it reaffirms the unit’s commitment to discipline, unity, operational readiness and mission success within NCR.

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