This five-day activity underscores the importance of equipping barangays with the tools and knowledge to align with municipal goals, ensure sustainable development, and enhance disaster preparedness and response. The event is being held at the La Piazza Hotel and Convention Center, Legazpi City, starting this 13th day of January 2025.

Spearheaded by Regional Director Atty. Arnaldo E. Escober Jr., CESO III through the Local Government Capacity Development Division (LGCDD) led by Division Chief Ma. Ruthel P. Gigantoca, the training-workshop is attended by Punong Barangays, Barangay Kagawads, Barangay Secretaries, and Barangay Treasurers from Jovellar, Albay, representing the barangays of White Deer, Mabini, Aurora, Mercado, Calzada, San Roque, and San Isidro.

They are joined by Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator (MPDC) Engr. Philbert M. Nebres, Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Officer (MDRRMO) Engr. Jayson P. Lareza, and Liga ng mga Barangay President Tristan Elliot Arcangel.

Resource persons Albay Cluster Head Rebecca O. Britanico and Mr. Santiago M. Mella, Jr., together with the co-facilitators, will guide the participants in crafting these essential plans during the five-day activity.