In keeping with the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women, the Gender and Development Focal Point System of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII conducted the Gender Sensitivity Training on December 6, 2022 at the MGB Regional Office No. XIII Training Center in Surigao City. With the theme “UNiTEd for a VAW-free Philippines”, this year’s campaign underscores the powerful impact of combining individual efforts towards a collaborative and united thrust towards a VAW-free Philippines. It is an affirmation of the unceasing anti-VAW efforts in line with the Philippines’ 20th year of participation in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Attended by the MGB Regional Office No. XIII employees, the said training started with the Welcome Remarks of Regional Director Larry M. Heradez who emphasized that educating women, together with men, is indispensable because it enables them to play vital roles and participate in nation continue reading : MGB ROXIII conducts Gender Sensitivity Training
The Mines and Geosciences Bureau conducted the 17th MGBEA Annual National Convention and 8th MGBEA National Congress on November 23 to 25, 2022 at the Swiss-Belhotel Blulane in Sta. Cruz, Manila. With the theme “Enhancing Employee Empowerment Towards Public Service Excellence,” the event was held in keeping with the Mines and Geosciences Bureau Employees Association’s efforts to consolidate, strengthen and unite its officers and members. It was spearheaded by the MGBEA National Chapter and participated by Officers of MGBEA National, Central and Regional Chapters. The event started with the statement of House Rules given by Ms. Gina Flor F. Resubal, Secretary General of MGBEA National. It was then followed by the Welcome Remarks given by Engr. Danilo A. Fernandez, MGBEA National President for Luzon and MGBEA Region III Chapter President, and the Inspirational Message delivered by Engr. Juancho Pablo S. Calvez, Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the Director and Chief continue reading : 17th MGBEA Annual National Convention and 8th MGBEA National Congress: Fostering Employee Empowerment and Public Service Excellence