Leadership and Doctrine Development Center

The Coast Guard Education, Training and Doctrine Command proudly extends its warmest congratulations to its Commander, 𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐎 𝐀𝐋𝐕𝐈𝐍 𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐂𝐆, on the momentous occasion of receiving his third star.

This well-earned promotion to Vice Admiral Andal PCG testifies to his steadfast dedication, exemplary service, and distinguished leadership throughout his career in the Philippine Coast Guard. His journey reflects years of commitment to duty, professionalism, and the highest standards of maritime service.

Vice Admiral Andal’s leadership continues to shape and strengthen the future of Coast Guard Education, Training and Doctrine Command. His vision and guidance inspire coastguardians to pursue excellence, integrity, and honor in every mission. Through his example, he has cultivated a culture of discipline, competence, and service above self.

Your CGETDC Family proudly celebrates this significant milestone with you, Sir. We are deeply honored to serve under your leadership and truly inspired by your dedication to advancing the organization and uplifting every member of CGETDC.

Congratulations on your third star, Vice Admiral Andal PCG! May your leadership continue to steer CGETDC toward greater heights of excellence and service to the nation.

𝐌𝐑. 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐓𝐎 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐄 – 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟑

“Violence against women and children is a direct violation of our values, our discipline, and our oath as Coast Guard personnel. In my 25 years of service, one thing remains non-negotiable: respect is mandatory and protection of the vulnerable is our mission. We enforce zero tolerance for any form of abuse. Every Coast Guardian must stand firm, act decisively and uphold the honor of our organization by rejecting VAWC in all its forms.”

- Senior Chief Petty Officer Lennon Paul D Inocentes PCG, Master Chief, Leadership and Doctrine Development Center

LOOK: On 01 December 2025, COMMO CHRISTINE PAULINE BERGAÑO-DICIANO PCG, served as Resource Speaker for the Troop Information and Education (TI&E) session on Violence Against Women (VAW)

The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) held its traditional Monday flag-raising ceremony at the BFP, National Headquarters, Quezon City.
In line with the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW) observed annually from November 25 to December 12, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) National Headquarters conducts a Troop Information and Education (TI&E) Session.

COMMO CHRISTINE PAULINE BERGAÑO-DICIANO PCG, Director of Leadership and Doctrine Development Center (LDDC) and Acting Superintendent of Coast Guard School for Special Maritime Affairs (CGSSMA) advocate and provide valuable insights to raise awareness and strengthen understanding of Violence Against Women (VAW) as any act gender-based violence that result physical, sexual or mental harm or suffering to women, including threats of such acts, coercion, or arbitrary deprivation of liberty, whether public and private life.

Through this initiative, the BFP reaffirms its commitment to promoting a safe, respectful, and gender-sensitive environment both within the organization and in the communities it serves. The session stands as a reminder that ending Violence Against Women is a shared responsibility, one that requires continuous awareness, collective action, and unwavering dedication to protecting the rights and dignity of every woman.

𝐏𝐂𝐆 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐆𝐍𝐈𝐙𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐖𝐎 𝐅𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐁𝐘 𝐈𝐌𝐎 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐖𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recognizes Rear Admiral Mitzie Silva-Campo PCG and Commodore Christine Pauline Bergaño-Diciano PCG, who received Letters of Commendation from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) during its 135th session held in London from November 20 to 21, 2025.

Rear Admiral Silva-Campo PCG was commended for breaking barriers within the PCG and implementing gender-responsive policies that opened doors for women to achieve flag rank. Panel members emphasized her influence in promoting equal opportunities not just nationally, but also through international engagements.

Meanwhile, Commodore Bergaño-Diciano PCG was applauded for her pioneering and transformative role in the PCG, where, in parallel to her successful career, she championed opportunities for women. Panel members noted that her advocacy influenced change not only in the Philippines but also across Southeast Asia.

PCG Spokesperson, Captain Noemie Cayabyab PCG, said their commendations, under the IMO Gender Equality Award, highlight the Philippines’ growing leadership in promoting inclusivity and excellence in the global maritime community.

"The PCG celebrates their achievements as they continue to inspire future generations of women in maritime service," Captain Cayabyab PCG expressed.

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The first female aviator of the Philippine Coast Guard was among the 14 women from various fields that were given The Outstanding Women in the Nation’s Service or Towns Award this year. https://tinyurl.com/ye22ywww

THE OUTSTANDING WOMEN IN THE NATION'S SERVICE (TOWNS)

LOOK: On 22 October 2025, COMMO CHRISTINE PAULINE BERGAÑO-DICIANO PCG, honored as a TOWNS 2025 Awardee for Maritime Law Enforcement and Public Service.

The Leadership and Doctrine Development Center (LDDC) extends its congratulations to COMMODORE CHRISTINE PAULINE BERGAÑO-DICIANO PCG, a revolutionary Officer of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) whose strategic leadership, operational excellence, and gender-inclusive reforms have significantly transformed maritime law enforcement and public service in the country.

With twenty-four (24) years of distinguished service, COMMO DICIANO has broken multiple institutional barriers. She is the first female pilot, the only female Air Station Commander under West Philippine Sea OPLAN MATATAG, the first female Commander of the Coast Guard Aviation Force, and the youngest female Aviation Commander among all military and law enforcement agencies in the Philippines.

Likewise, she served as the first Filipina and ASEAN Vice President of the World Maritime University (WMU) Women’s Association in Malmö, Sweden. Her exemplary leadership paved the way for the inclusion of the first class of female drivers in the PCG, the creation of the Intelligence and Surveillance Team for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), and the mainstreaming of female personnel training as rescue swimmers and members of the all-female Special Operations Force jumpers from Airbus helicopters to multi-mission vessels.

Furthermore, COMMO DICIANO made history as the first female Commander of both the Coast Guard Internal Audit Service and the Procurement Service, and as the first female Deputy Commander of the Coast Guard Logistics Systems Command. She was also one of the eighty (80) graduates of the historic “Angels of the Sea” course in 2022.

She authored the Coast Guard Internal Audit Service and Procurement Service Charters and Logos, and initiated uniform reforms including the inclusion of the hijab for female Muslim personnel, parade shoes, and the GOA outer variant in 2019. By January 2022, the hijab was officially incorporated in the PCG Uniform Manual and was recognized by the United Nations Human Rights Commission in February 2022.

Notably, she was one of the three (3) female Battle Captains of Task Force Bayanihan under the Whole-of-Nation Approach against COVID-19 from March 2020 to June 2022.