PADAC DavNor

𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐂 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

In line with the continuing efforts of Hon. Kuya Gov. Edwin I. Jubahib, Governor and PADAC Chairman, to strengthen anti-drug initiatives across the province, the Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council (PADAC) convened its 2nd Quarter Regular Meeting, gathering key stakeholders to sustain collaboration and advance strategic programs in Davao del Norte.

By authority of the Hon. Governor, the meeting was presided over by Atty. Ralph P. Dela Cruz, Lt. Col., PA (Ret.), Provincial Administrator and PADAC Task Force Action Officer, together with PLTCOL Jun A. Bautista, Chief of the Police Community Affairs and Development Unit, DNPPO, and Ms. Rosalinda O. Rapista, RSW, Head of the PSWDO and PADAC Secretariat.

Key developments were presented during the session, including Resolution No. 03, s. 2026, officially adopting and authorizing the use of the PADAC and K9 Narcotics Detection Dog (NDD) Project logos as the official logos of PADAC and the K9 NDD Project of Davao del Norte. The PADAC logo was approved, while the K9 NDD logo is set for further enhancement.

Moreover, the proposed Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Provincial Government and accredited veterinary clinics with in-house diagnostic laboratories in Davao del Norte was presented and discussed, aimed at strengthening laboratory support services for the K9 NDD Project.

The meeting concluded with a unified commitment among stakeholders to further intensify coordination and uphold a proactive, whole-of-government approach toward achieving a safer, drug-cleared Davao del Norte.

𝗞𝟵 𝗡𝗗𝗗 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁: 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱

The 2nd Multi-Stakeholders Meeting on the K9 NDD Project was successfully conducted under the leadership of Kuya Gov. Edwin I. Jubahib, bringing together selected barangays and partner agencies in a unified effort to strengthen collaboration and ensure effective implementation of the project. The activity was presided over by Ms. Jucylen C. Lumangtad, LPT, Public Service Officer IV and PADAC Focal, with key stakeholders actively participating in advancing the province’s anti-drug and public safety initiatives. The meeting focused on the presentation of the Draft Multi-Stakeholders MOA and the discussion on the utilization of two (2) old buildings located in Brgy. Igangon, Sawata, and Brgy. Magwawa, Sto. Tomas, intended for K9 NDD operations, reaffirming the shared commitment of all partners toward safer and drug-cleared communities through strengthened coordination and collaboration.

Key agreements were reached during the meeting, including the creation of a Technical Working Group (TWG) tasked to further enhance the draft MOA prior to PLO review, with the inclusion of the AFP to strengthen inter-agency coordination. The TWG is also directed to draft a Deed of Usufruct covering the identified K9 NDD facilities. After the PLO review of the draft MOA, copies shall be furnished to PDEA Legal, PNP Legal, DPWH Regional Legal, and partner BLGUs for their respective inputs and concurrence. The meeting concluded with a strong commitment among stakeholders to sustain collaboration and support the successful implementation of the K9 NDD Project.

𝘽𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙧 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮-𝘽𝙖𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝘼𝙣𝙩𝙞-𝘿𝙧𝙪𝙜 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙎𝙄𝘾𝘼𝙋-𝘼𝘿𝘼𝘾𝙎 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜

Under the leadership of Kuya Gob. Edwin I. Jubahib, the Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council (PADAC) successfully conducted the 2nd SICAP-ADACS BI-Monthly Monitoring Program held at the BFAR National Mariculture Center, Cagangohan, Panabo City.

The activity was presided over by Ms. Jucylen C. Lumangtad, LPT, Public Service Officer IV and PADAC Focal, together with PLTCOL Jun A. Bautista, Chief of Police Community Affairs and Development Unit, DNPPO; Investigation Agent V Mildred Driz-Romero, Provincial Officer of PDEA Provincial Office Davao del Norte; and Mr. Keith Mikael Taneuco, Acting Cluster Head of DILG Davao del Norte.

The program officially opened with a Welcome Message and Opening Statement delivered by Hon. Jose “Joe” E. Relampagos, City Mayor, represented by Mr. Roqueos L. Cimafranca, CADAC Focal, followed by the Recognition of Guests and Participants facilitated by the PADAC Secretariat. Ms. Althea Mae C. Cajes, RSW, Social Welfare Assistant, together with Ms. Jucylen C. Lumangtad, LPT, Public Service Officer IV and PADAC Focal, presented the Rationale of the Activity, emphasizing the importance of strengthening collaboration among stakeholders in the implementation of anti-drug abuse programs.

One of the highlights of the activity was the Orientation on the Yakap Bayan Aftercare and Reintegration Program conducted by the resource speaker from DSWD XI, Ms. Crystal Mae Econ, RSW, SWO II and Yakap Bayan Focal, who discussed the importance of community-based aftercare services and reintegration support for recovering persons who used drugs (PWUDs).

During the afternoon session, participating agencies presented significant reports and updates, including the Barangay Drug Clearing Reports conducted and presented by IO II Marites B. Dadis, BDCP Focal of PDEA; the Update on ADAC Audit and Assistance to BDCP reported by Mr. Keith Mikael Taneuco, Acting Cluster Head of DILG Davao del Norte; and the Assistance to BDCP and Compliance of PWUDs to CBDRP reported by PLTCOL Jun A. Bautista, Chief of Police Community Affairs and Development Unit, DNPPO.

Moreover, PADAC Updates were presented by Ms. Argin L. Fil, ADAS II, highlighting the Re-echo on the DDB Conduct and Nationwide Pilot Implementation of the ADAC-RS and its impact on DAVNOR CBDRP-IMS, as well as the results of the PADAC & K9 NDD Logo Contest. Ms. Jucylen C. Lumangtad, LPT, Public Service Officer IV and PADAC Focal, also presented updates on PADAC activities and the K9 NDD Project.

The activity concluded with closing remarks and a renewed commitment among partner agencies and stakeholders toward a stronger, collaborative, and sustainable anti-drug abuse campaign in Davao del Norte.

🏆 𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐂 & 𝐊𝟗 𝐍𝐃𝐃 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐨𝐠𝐨 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝! 🎉

In celebration of the 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐃𝐫𝐮𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 (𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐂) this year, and under the strong leadership of 𝐊𝐮𝐲𝐚 𝐆𝐨𝐯. 𝐄𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐈. 𝐉𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐛, we are pleased to officially announce the winners of the PADAC & K9 NDD Logo Design Contest.

Out of 26 entries in the 𝙋𝘼𝘿𝘼𝘾 𝙇𝙤𝙜𝙤 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙤𝙧𝙮, 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙤𝙜𝙤 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙨 𝗠𝘀. 𝗭𝘆𝗿𝗮 𝗕. 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗹, 𝗥𝗦𝗪, 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗱 “𝗔 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗿𝘂𝗴 𝗔𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗲.”

Out of 22 entries in the 𝗞𝟵 𝗡𝗗𝗗 𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝘆, 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙤𝙜𝙤 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝗿. 𝗠𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗕. 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗱𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗿. 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗬𝘃𝗼𝗻𝗻 𝗕. 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗱𝗮, 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 “𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁, 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁.”

We extend our sincere appreciation to our distinguished Board of Judges—𝗔𝘁𝘁𝘆. 𝗥𝗮𝗹𝗽𝗵 𝗣. 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝘇, 𝗟𝘁. 𝗖𝗼𝗹. 𝗣𝗔 (𝗥𝗲𝘁), 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 & 𝗣𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗖 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿; 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝘆. 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲 𝗢. 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝗴, 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 / 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁; and 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗵 𝗩𝗼𝗻 𝗕. 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮, 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗩 & 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗿, 𝗣𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗠𝗢—for their invaluable time, expertise, and fair evaluation of all entries.

Our heartfelt thanks go to all participants for their creativity and enthusiastic support. Your contributions play a vital role in advancing our shared advocacy for a drug-cleared Davao del Norte.

𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴!

𝐌𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐈-𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐊𝟗 𝐍𝐃𝐃 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓 🐕‍🦺

With the strong leadership of Hon. Kuya Gob Edwin I. Jubahib, PADAC Chairman and Governor of the Province, the Multi-Stakeholders Meeting on the K9 Narcotics Detection Dog (NDD) Project was successfully conducted at the DNSTC Pavilion, Tagum City, bringing together key stakeholders, partner agencies, and barangay officials. The activity opened with the recognition of participants by Ms. Argin L. Fil, ADAS II followed by the welcome message and project overview from Ms. Jucylen C. Lumangtad, LPT, PSO IV and PADAC Focal Person, highlighting the K9 NDD timeline, status of drug-cleared barangays, and identification of strategic provincial boundaries for the establishment of interdiction substations.

Present during the meeting were representatives of partner agencies and offices including DPWH DDN 1st and 2nd District and Dr. Kristin Kleo C. Escabosa, K9 Veterinarian, along with participating barangays: J.P. Laurel, Panabo City; New Balamban, Tagum City; Igangon, Sawata; Magwawa, Sto. Tomas; Malativas, Panabo City; and Tulalian, Sto. Tomas. The discussion highlighted strong support from the local level while addressing key concerns such as water supply, facility readiness, and site-specific challenges to ensure effective project implementation.

The presiding table was composed of Police Captain Marissa Peralta, Police Captain Edwin B. Dapar, IA I Marlaw P. Laurente, PDEA XI Chief K9 Handler, Ms. Jucylen C. Lumangtad, LPT, PSO IV and PADAC Focal Person, and Atty. Ralph P. Dela Cruz, Lt. Col. PA (Ret.), Provincial Administrator and PADAC Task Force Action Officer, emphasizing the importance of unified action, collaboration, and sustainability of the initiative. Updates on the K9 operational manuals, ordinance, and project proposal were also presented, along with a briefing on K9 health and welfare. 💪🐾

𝗣𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗖 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 | 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗿𝘂𝗴-𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗡𝗼𝗿

The Provincial Anti-Drug Abuse Council (PADAC) continues to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and compliance efforts through key preparatory and coordination activities held on April 22–23, 2026, under the strong leadership of Hon. Edwin I. Jubahib, Provincial Governor and PADAC Chairperson.

• April 22, 2026 – PADAC Pre-Assessment Visit for ADAC Audit 2026 (DILG Office)
The PADAC Secretariat conducted a pre-assessment visit to the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) in preparation for the ADAC Audit 2026. The activity focused on the review and validation of requirements and supporting documents to ensure complete, accurate, and compliant submission for the upcoming audit. This initiative reinforces the province’s readiness and commitment to meet the standards set for ADAC performance evaluation.

• April 23, 2026 – 2026 Task Force DavNor Coordination Meeting (TechVoc Conference Room, Government Center, Mankilam, Tagum City)
The coordination meeting was presided over by Provincial Administrator Atty. Ralph P. Dela Cruz, with the active participation of PSWDO Head and PADAC Secretariat Rosalinda O. Rapista, RSW, and PADAC Focal Person Jucylen C. Lumangtad, LPT. Partner agencies including PNP, PDEA, AFP, PEO, and PPDO were also present, with DILG serving as Secretariat. The meeting strengthened collaboration and alignment among stakeholders in advancing provincial anti-drug initiatives.

These activities highlight the province’s continued commitment to good governance, strengthened coordination, and unified action toward a safer, more resilient, and drug-cleared Davao del Norte.

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐃𝐫𝐮𝐠 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐂 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐂 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐂𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The PADAC Secretariat proudly participated in the ADAC Pre-Assessment Audit for CY 2026 held on April 8, 2026 at Heroben Hometel, Tagum City, facilitated by the DILG Province of Davao del Norte.

This activity served as a vital pre-evaluation of the functionality and performance of Local Anti-Drug Abuse Councils (ADACs), ensuring alignment with national standards and strengthening the implementation of local anti-drug initiatives.

The engagement provided an important opportunity to assess progress, enhance coordination, and reaffirm our commitment to effective, responsive, and sustainable programs toward drug-cleared communities.

⏳ 𝟳 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗢! 🎨🐾

𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝘿𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙤 𝙙𝙚𝙡 𝙉𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚! This is your chance to make history by designing the official logos for 𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐂 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐀𝐕𝐍𝐎𝐑 𝐊𝟗 𝐍𝐃𝐃 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭.

Showcase your creativity while representing the mission of promoting a drug-free community.

👥 Who can join?
• Individuals or Groups (maximum of 3 members)
• Must be a resident of 𝘿𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙤 𝙙𝙚𝙡 𝙉𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚

🏆 Exciting Prizes Await!
𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐂 𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗼:
Champion – ₱25,000
2 Consolation Prizes – ₱5,000 each
𝐃𝐀𝐕𝐍𝐎𝐑 𝐊𝟗 𝐍𝐃𝐃 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗼:
Champion – ₱25,000
2 Consolation Prizes – ₱5,000 each

📅 Submission Deadline: April 13, 2026
📄 Scan the QR Code or access the entry form and full mechanics here:
🔗 https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1gRzkMRASqXbJWY7Ky6gx6kcTsIT3Jqge?usp=drive_link
Unleash your creativity and be part of a campaign that makes a difference! 💡✨

𝐇𝐄 𝐈𝐒 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄𝐍!

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 everyone! May this day of resurrection bring new hope, immense joy, and abundant blessings to you and your loved ones. 🕊️✨

𝐇𝐄 𝐈𝐒 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄𝐍!

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 everyone! May this day of resurrection bring new hope, immense joy, and abundant blessings to you and your loved ones. 🕊️✨



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