LGU-Carmen, Phil Army organizes Peace Building InfoDrive and gift giving for Brgy. Hinapoyan
CARMEN, Surigao del Sur --To raise awareness to the Indigenous Peoples Community
on the deceptive propaganda and manipulative strategies of the Communist
Terrorist Group (CTG) and how to effectively counter them, the Local Government
Unit of Carmen, Surigao del Sur in collaboration with 36th Infantry
“Valor” Battalion (36IB), Philippine Army successfully organized the Peace
Building Information Drive and “Handog Pamasko” program in Barangay
Hinapoyan.
Testimonies from family members of the slain victims and from respected government personnel were shown through a video presentation condemning the barbaric acts of the terrorist group.
In her speech, Local Chief Executive Jane Valeroso-Plaza, highlighted the
government’s firm commitment to helping the communities promote peace and
security especially the IP community.
"Our youth is one of the most vulnerable sectors in our society. Hence, we
must protect them from being lured into joining the CTG and used as pawns to
perpetuate their false ideology, human rights abuses, and other terroristic
activities," said Mayor Jane Valeroso-Plaza.
Meanwhile, the LGU of Carmen has been visiting remote and geographically
inaccessible communities since 2016 to fulfill the responsibilities of the
government in providing outstanding services and fostering peace.
The event was graced by LGU officials headed by Mayor Jane V. Plaza, Brigadier
General George L. Banzon of the 901st Brigade, 36IB Battalion Commander Lt.
Col. Michael Reuyan, PNP Provincial Director PCOL Dennis A. Siruno, Barangay
Council, other government agencies, and Non-Government Agencies. (LGU-Carmen,
SDS/PIA-Surigao del Sur)
