Kalahi CIDSS NCDDP AF Alamada

We are truly saddened by the sudden demise yesterday of our dear colleague Ms. Jeniffer Gentapa, a former Community Empowerment Facilitator assigned in brgy Kitacubong, Camansi, Pigcawaran, Alamada. She was greatly loved, respected and admired by many. She worked as Community Empowerment Facilitator from 2014-2024 and her contributions in attaining the Program's goal is immeasurable.

Aside from being a worker, she is also a loving mom of 3 ( 9 months old, 4 years old and 6 years old)

May her soul rest in eternal peace! Our sincere and deepest condolences from DSWD Kalahi CIDSS NCDDP AF Alamada. Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Elayhi Rajion.

The National Bayani Ka Awards 2024, held at the Sequoia Hotel, Quezon City from October 9 to 11, was an inspiring event that honored the remarkable efforts of Kalahi-CIDSS volunteers across the country. This year, the Municipality of Alamada, North Cotabato, took center stage as two of its outstanding volunteers were recognized for their dedication and service.

Sir Diosdado Ascerda, Jr. of Barangay Guiling, Alamada, brought pride to the region by winning the prestigious Regional Bayani Ka award and being named a National nominee under the Operation and Maintenance Category. His unwavering commitment to the Kalahi program and the community of Barangay Guiling earned him this well-deserved recognition.

Another pride of Alamada, Ma'am Eva Marie M. Garde, was also celebrated as she received the National Bayani Ka award under the Gender and Development Category. Her tireless advocacy for gender equality and her leadership in empowering women within the community have truly made a lasting impact.

These recognitions were a testament to the dedication and hard work of Alamada’s Kalahi volunteers. The honors given to Sir Diosdado and Ma’am Eva Marie reflect the collective efforts of the entire municipality in supporting the Kalahi-CIDSS program.

This achievement would not have been possible without the continuous support of the key leaders and partners of the Municipality of Alamada. We extend our deepest gratitude to Sir Loreto Jr. V. Cabaya, Regional Director of DSWD 12, for his unwavering support throughout the program’s implementation. Our appreciation also goes to Municipal Mayor Hon. Jesus N. Sacdalan, Vice Mayor Hon. Leonildo A. Calibara, Jr., the SB members, and the 17 barangays of Alamada, whose leadership and partnership made this success a reality.

Special thanks are also given to the Barangay Captains of Barangay Guiling and Barangiran for their consistent support. Additionally, we recognize the municipal heads of Alamada, especially our MCT Area Coordinator, Kalahi Focal, and MPDC Engr. Evelyn F. Esleta, for their steadfast commitment to the program.

Lastly, we commend the hardworking team behind the Kalahi CIDSS NCDDP AF in Alamada—the ACT/MCT Kalahi staff—for their dedication to the success of the program. Their collaborative efforts contributed significantly to the overall achievement of our volunteers.

The Municipality of Alamada takes great pride in these accolades and remains committed to furthering the Kalahi-CIDSS program’s mission of empowering communities. We look forward to continuing our journey of service, compassion, and dedication to the people.

ACT-Alamada, led by Bainor E. Sali, RSW, along with Technical Facilitators Engr. Sukor G. Macalao and Taungan P. Macapintal, Municipal Financial Analysts Eden Mae A. Cacayurin and Joey V. Brebante, and Community Empowerment Facilitators Ebrahim M. Mohammad Jr., Saidah L. Abdullah, and Johaira M. Casidar, participated in the 2nd Regional Fiduciary Cum Liquidation Workshop at The Farm, Koronadal City.

Turnover ng Alternative Learning School Phase 2 Sub-project sa Barangay Dado, Alamada, Cotabato, ginanap noong Biyernes, Agosto 09, 2024.

Alamada, Cotabato- DSWD XII – KALAHI nag-turnover ng Alternative Learning School Phase 2 Sub-project na nag kakahalaga ng 1,981,992.93

Ang turnover ceremony ay isinagawa sa pamamagitan ng ribbon-cutting na pinangunahan ng LGU Alamada, sa pamumuno ni Hon. Mayor Jesus N. Sacdalan, kasama ang mga SB Members, Municipal Heads, DEPED Officials, at Deputy Regional Program Manager, John Kevin Camarinas ng KALAHI CIDSS NCDDP AF, DSWD FO XII.

Sa mensahe ni Abdulrahman M. Andie, Senior Education Program Specialist for Human Resource and Development, "Lubos po kaming nagpapasalamat sa DSWD at KALAHI. Sa mahabang panahon, isa sa napakagandang proyekto na nakita ko ay ang KALAHI—standard at kumpleto po. Napakaganda at napakatibay ng mga school buildings, at umaasa po kami na marami pang proyekto,"

Sinabi rin ni Allan Singco, Administrative Officer IV mula sa Mayor's Office, "Ito ay isang convergence project, isang collaborative effort. Ito ay Community Driven Development na kung saan nagtutulungan ang mga tao sa komunidad para maisakatuparan ang napakagandang proyektong ito."

Dagdag pa ni BDC TWG Chairperson Elizabeth C. Belvis, isang ALS Teacher, "Ang proyektong ito ay naging resulta ng collaborative effort ng community, ng mga volunteers, Kalahi staff, LGU, at BLGU. Kami po ay lubos-lubos na nagpapasalamat dahil sa nadang proyektong ito. Hindi rin basta-basta maging volunteer dahil kami ang gumagawa, kaagapay ang BLGU, mula sa planning hanggang implementation. Masaya po ako sa mga natutunan ko bilang volunteer, at pinapangako namin na iingatan namin ito."

Ang KALAHI-CIDSS ay patuloy na tutulong sa mga lokal na komunidad sa pamamagitan ng aktibong pakikilahok sa pagdidisenyo at pagpapatupad ng mga proyekto para sa pagbabawas ng kahirapan at pagpapabuti ng partisipasyon sa lokal na pamahalaan.