The Provincial Council for the Protection of Children (PCPC) – Cavite spearheaded the LCPCng Gumagalaw program from September 19 to October 1, 2024, covering city and municipalities across the province, including Cavite City, Noveleta, Ternate, Rosario, Silang, Amadeo, Kawit, General Mariano Alvarez (GMA), and Naic. The activity aimed to provide technical assistance to Local Councils for the Protection of Children (LCPC) while advocating for childrenโs rights and emphasizing the importance of active council participation.
The advocacy focused on the four essential categories of childrenโs rights: survival, development, protection, and participation. LCPC members were guided through discussions on how to further promote these rights in their local government initiatives. The event also highlighted the critical role that LCPCs play in ensuring that the needs and voices of children are prioritized in community governance.
Ms. Roxanne Vicedo and Ms. Rey Ann Avilla from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Cavite, along with Ms. Jessie Rose Cruto from the Office of Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (OPSWDO), served as resource persons for the activity. Their expertise gave participants invaluable insights into strengthening their councils and fostering collaboration within their local communities.
The activity enhanced the capacities of LCPC members and reaffirmed Caviteโs commitment to safeguarding childrenโs rights and promoting child-friendly governance as the council aims to create safe and supportive environments where every child can thrive.
