MONDAY, MAY 23, 2016
Juvenile justice body celebrates RA 9344 10th anniversary
by Recthie T. Paculba
CAGAYAN DE ORO – With the theme, “RA 9344 Isang Dekadang Pag-asa (A Decade of Hope),” the Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee-10 kicks off the 10th Anniversary of the Enactment of Republic Act 9344 or the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 on May 20 with a motorcade and a short program at Kiosko Kagawasan in Cagayan de Oro City.
“Republic Act No. 9344 took 13 years to pass. This was legislated to fulfill its constitutional obligation to protect children, especially the poor Filipino children who have less in life and whose infractions are mostly theft; clearly they commit crimes as a desperate measure to survive,” Manuel Borres of the Department of Social Welfare and Development-10 (DSWD) said. He however emphasized that the law does not allow children, 15 years old and below, who commit crimes to go ‘scot-free’ as it provides a different process to make these children accountable of their wrong doings. “Criminal justice system can be harmful to children and likely lead them deeper into criminality jeopardizing
their physical, social and psychological well-being and development,” Borres said. Thus, he noted that the DSWD has been providing proper intervention and facilities for the rehabilitation of the children. For her part, Rochelle Dagaraga of the Commission on Human Rights10 (CHR) calls out to partner agencies to continuously monitor the condition of the children especially those who are in conflict with the law and protect their rights at all times. Aside from the motorcade, the committee will also grace the Philippine Information Agency’s radio program, Lambo Dyes to further advocate the cause of the law on May 20.
Gingoog showcases fun-filled events for fiesta celeb by Renee Jane Barrio
GINGOOG CITY – Gingoog city government, together with the City Tourism Council, prepared fun-filled events for this year’s fiesta celebration in honor of Santa Rita de Cascia, May 21-22. A “Stairway to the Stars Talent Search” for youngsters was organized to expose their fortes and calibers in dancing and singing in which the
Grand Final will be on May 21 at the Arturo Lugod Gym. They also invited female celebrity from Metro Manila and a Davao’s best
male musical band to jam-pack in the city’s ‘Pahayahay sa Pantalan’ on the vesper’s evening. Fiesta Carnival along national highway was also installed for familial bonding. According to Mayor Marie
Guigona, lined-up activities intend to enhance the socio-cultural and spiritual growth of Gingoognons. Parish, led by Rev. Fr. Meds Valmores, has scheduled series of Holy Mass for the people’s avenue of thanksgiving.
DTI intensifies IEC for Consumer Protection Advocacy by Zita M. Abellare with reports from Varry Labial
MAMBAJAO, Camiguin – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Camiguin Provincial Office has intensified its advocacy on the Information and Education Campaign (IEC) by displaying Consumer Protection Posters in all public markets in the different municipalities in the province. Most frequently asked questions on consumer protection were displayed in many strategic areas around the province to help clear the questions on the minds of consumers in the rural areas about their rights, responsibilities and other consumer related issues and concerns. DTI wanted to make sure that consumers get the best value of their money by providing them the right knowledge and information on consumer protection. The office aims that the
continuous undertaking of levelling the playing field for both consumers and businesses will ensure the achievement of their mandate.