Parole and Probation Administration - National Capital Region

03/10/2026

𝐑𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀’𝐒 𝐃𝐃𝐁 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐔𝐌 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐒 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐔𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓

PPA-NCR Regional Director Janette S. Padua’s presentation sparked meaningful discussion and prompted offers of support during the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) Colloquium on Drug Abuse Prevention and Control for the Pillars of the Criminal Justice System, held on October 1–2, 2026 at the Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA, Quezon City.

The two-day colloquium brought together Court Judges, Prosecutors, ADAC representatives, and personnel from the DDB, PDEA, PNP, BJMP, and other stakeholders in the Criminal Justice System to discuss current challenges and strengthen collective responses to drug abuse.

During the open forum, Mr. Von Villanueva of the ADAC, Navotas City asked, “How can we help PPA-NCR?” after hearing RD Padua’s presentation and the challenges encountered by the Agency in carrying out its mandate.

SACP Luz L. Awayan-Macasinag of Manila City and ACP Teresa Purzuelo of Pasay City also raised questions on the roles of various stakeholders, coordination mechanisms, and ways to better address concerns arising from drug dependency proceedings. They likewise expressed their willingness to provide genuine support and assistance to probation officers, underscoring the need for stronger inter-agency collaboration to help PPA personnel effectively carry out their responsibilities.

The exchange underscored the participants’ interest in working more closely with PPA-NCR, particularly in strengthening coordination, aftercare, and reintegration support for former PDLs and Persons Who Use Drugs (PWUDs).

03/10/2026

𝐑𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀’𝐒 𝐃𝐃𝐁 𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐊 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 𝐏𝐏𝐀-𝐍𝐂𝐑’𝐒 𝐏𝐔𝐒𝐇 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐅𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄

PPA-NCR Regional Director Janette S. Padua served as one of the speakers during the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) Colloquium on Drug Abuse Prevention and Control for the Pillars of the Criminal Justice System held on October 1–2, 2026 at the Park Inn by Radisson North EDSA, Quezon City.

RD Padua opened the second day of the colloquium as one of its speakers, where she discussed the role of DDB Authorized Representatives in Drug Dependency Proceedings, focusing on their responsibilities, procedural requirements, and common challenges encountered in the conduct of drug dependency proceedings.

She also shared PPA-NCR’s initiative to address challenges in aftercare through the Unified Aftercare Monitoring and Referral System and Program for Former PDL, which was launched during the 50th Anniversary of PPA-NCR at The Manila Hotel and is set for further implementation.

30/09/2026

𝐏𝐏𝐀-𝐍𝐂𝐑 𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐒 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐎𝐑 𝐁𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐙

The PPA-NCR, led by Regional Director Janette S. Padua, honored PPA Administrator Bienvenido O. Benitez, Jr. during his send-off held at the Luxent Hotel, Quezon City, on September 2, 2026.

In recognition of his dedicated service and contributions to the Parole and Probation Administration since 2023, Administrator Benitez was awarded the PPA-NCR Sablay of Kagitingan.

The PPA-NCR expresses its sincere gratitude for his leadership, commitment, and invaluable service to the agency.

29/09/2026

29/09/2026

𝐏𝐏𝐀-𝐍𝐂𝐑 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐒𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐊𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐍 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐃 𝐀. 𝐕𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐔𝐄𝐕𝐀

The PPA-NCR through Regional Director Janette S. Padua, conferred the Sablay of Kagitingan upon Sandiganbayan Justice Lord A. Villanueva on September 17, 2026.

During the awarding, RD Padua recalled Justice Villanueva’s appreciation for the dedication and compassion of PPA-NCR personnel in carrying out their duties. His recognition of their commitment and service served as a meaningful affirmation of the important work they do in fulfilling the mandate of the Agency.

The conferment of the Sablay of Kagitingan recognizes Justice Villanueva’s support and appreciation for the men and women of PPA-NCR, whose work is anchored on dedication, compassion, and commitment to public service.

Joining RD Padua during the awarding were CPPO Aimy Amor G. Azarcon-Duldulao and SPPO Marjorie P. San Diego.

29/09/2026

𝐏𝐏𝐀-𝐍𝐂𝐑 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐃 𝐀𝐅𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐑 𝐏𝐃𝐋𝐬

The PPA-NCR, under the leadership of Regional Director Janette S. Padua, conducted crime prevention activities, which highlighted the orientation of the Unified Aftercare Referral and Monitoring System for Former PDL.

OIC-ARD Joseph P. Gernale and the whole PPA NCR workforce are now preparing for the full implementation of the said System aimed to achieve a unified intervention for former clientelle even after discharge from probation, parole and executive clemency.

As part of the planned roll out of the system, RD Padua expounded its essence and the roles of stakeholders.The initiative aims to strengthen aftercare, monitoring, and referral support for former persons deprived of liberty (PDL), facilitating their successful reintegration into the community.

The program was highlighted during the PPA-NCR-led 32nd Crime Prevention Month celebration on September 18, 2026, at the DILG-NAPOLCOM Center in Quezon City. The activity was graced by PBGEN Josephus G. Angan (Ret.), NAPOLCOM Commissioner, who welcomed the PPA-NCR personnel.

Also present was NAPOLCOM Director Donna Lynn A. Caparas, who was honored with the PPA-NCR Sablay of Kagitingan in recognition of her support to PPA-NCR.

The celebration also featured a “Pito Tayo Laban sa Krimen” lecture by SAO Marites M. Cristino, followed by a discussion on MOVE – Men Opposed to VAW Everywhere, led by MOVE President Mr. Reynaldo G. De Guia. PPA-NCR subsequently established its own MOVE group, with male personnel elected to lead the initiative.

Through these initiatives, PPA-NCR continues to strengthen its efforts in crime prevention, rehabilitation, aftercare, and the successful reintegration of former PDL.

29/09/2026

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Capital Region 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦 𝗣𝗣𝗔 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗔𝗧 𝗤𝗖 𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗟 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚

Regional Director Janette S. Padua , together with CPPO Benedicto Tayzon III and CPPO Aimy Azarcon, both of Quezon City PPOs, attended the 3rd Quarter Peace and Order Council Meeting of Quezon City on September 4, 2026, held in Quezon City Hall, presided by Hon. Mayor Joy Belmonte.

During the meeting, RD Padua reported and highlighted the existing policies and intervention mechanisms implemented for probationers and parolees, particularly those aimed at preventing reoffending and addressing drug-related concerns. She presented the Unified Aftercare Monitoring and Referral System and Program for Former PDL, which aims to provide a unified and coordinated program for former PDLs, enabling them to be continuously monitored, linked to appropriate interventions and services, and supported as they progress toward successful reintegration into the community and society.