On 14 July 2026, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region V successfully conducted the PH-OGP Localization Program: Cohort LGU Mentoring and Technical Assistance Activity for Flagship Program Formulation in the Municipalities of Bula and Magarao, Camarines Sur, under Phase 2 of the PH-OGP Co-Creation Process—Selection of the Flagship Program. In Bula, continue reading : PH-OGP Localization Program: Cohort LGU Mentoring and Technical Assistance Activity for Flagship Program Formulation
DILG and PSA Region V successfully held the CBMS Module III-B Regional Pre-Implementation Phase
The Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) Module III-B: Regional Pre-Implementation Phase was successfully conducted on July 14–15, 2026, at Hotel Iñigo, Legazpi City, Albay. Bringing together CBMS Regional and Provincial Focal Persons from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), the two-day activity served as a platform to continue reading : DILG and PSA Region V successfully held the CBMS Module III-B Regional Pre-Implementation Phase
DILG Region 5 congratulates newly appointed and promoted Local Government Operations Officers (LGOOs) and Administrative Personnel
The oath of office was administered by Regional Director Atty. Arnaldo E. Escober Jr., CESO III and witnessed by Assistant Regional Director Atty. Ian Kenneth B. Lucero, MPSA, MMEP, CESE, LGOO VII Darlyn D. Ayende, CAO Rico E. Gaurino and LGOO VI Mae G. Clemente on May 4, 2026 at the DILG 5 Regional Office continue reading : DILG Region 5 congratulates newly appointed and promoted Local Government Operations Officers (LGOOs) and Administrative Personnel
DILG Region V conducts 2026 Annual Procurement Conference cum Seminar on Strengthening DILG R5 Procurement Systems under Republic Act No. 12009
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region V conducted the 2026 Annual Procurement Conference cum Seminar on Strengthening DILG R5 Procurement Systems under Republic Act No. 12009 organized by the Finance and Administrative Division (FAD) and the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) on April 21-23, 2026 at Hotel Iñigo, Legazpi City. Anchored continue reading : DILG Region V conducts 2026 Annual Procurement Conference cum Seminar on Strengthening DILG R5 Procurement Systems under Republic Act No. 12009
DILG Secretary Remulla leads and graces a series of key activities in Catanduanes
DILG Secretary Remulla leads and graces a series of key activities in Catanduanes, highlighted by the Blessing and Inauguration of the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Building in Baras and the Blessing of the Provincial Fire Marshal Building in Virac on April 28, 2026. These initiatives underscore the continued strengthening of fire protection facilities and continue reading : DILG Secretary Remulla leads and graces a series of key activities in Catanduanes
FY 2023 Growth Equity Fund (GEF) Level II Water System officially inaugurated and turned over to the community of Barangay Zapatos, Balud, Masbate
The FY 2023 Growth Equity Fund (GEF) Level II Water System was officially inaugurated and turned over to the community of Barangay Zapatos, Balud, Masbate on April 16, 2026. With a total project allocation of ₱9 million, this Water Desalination Project is a life-changing development for the residents. For years, the citizens of Barangay Zapatos continue reading : FY 2023 Growth Equity Fund (GEF) Level II Water System officially inaugurated and turned over to the community of Barangay Zapatos, Balud, Masbate
Championing excellence and creativity in promoting Gender and Development (GAD) through the DILG V GAD Decoration Contest
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region V proudly recognized the outstanding efforts of its divisions and units, championing excellence and creativity in promoting Gender and Development (GAD) through the DILG V GAD Decoration Contest. An awarding ceremony was held on March 31, 2026, at the DILG V Training Hall to honor continue reading : Championing excellence and creativity in promoting Gender and Development (GAD) through the DILG V GAD Decoration Contest
DILG Region 5 Wellness Program: Strengthening Institutional Capacities through Information, Education, and Communication (IEC), Prevention, and Rehabilitation towards a Drug-Free Workplace
In line with the implementation of its Drug-Free Workplace Policy, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region V, in coordination with the Department of Health – Malinao Treatment and Rehabilitation Center (DOH-Malinao TRC), successfully conducted the DILG Region 5 Wellness Program: Strengthening Institutional Capacities through Information, Education, and Communication (IEC), Prevention, and continue reading : DILG Region 5 Wellness Program: Strengthening Institutional Capacities through Information, Education, and Communication (IEC), Prevention, and Rehabilitation towards a Drug-Free Workplace
DILG V launches “Resilience in Action: Assessing Severe Weather Disturbances’ Impact on the Bicol Region and Leveraging Future Preparedness.”
Living along the typhoon belt, the Bicol Region continues to face severe weather that tests both its vulnerabilities and resilience. In 2024, Severe Tropical Storm Kristine (Trami) and Super Typhoon Pepito (Man-yi) brought heavy rains, flooding, strong winds, landslides, and storm surges, highlighting the need to strengthen preparedness and coordination across all levels of governance. continue reading : DILG V launches “Resilience in Action: Assessing Severe Weather Disturbances’ Impact on the Bicol Region and Leveraging Future Preparedness.”