MGB ROXIII GAD Focal Point System spearheads Learning Event for Employees

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 a full-day Learning Event for Employees on November 28, 2024 at the MGB Regional Office No. XIII Training Center in Surigao City. At the program, Regional Director Larry M. Heradez delivered the Welcome Remarks. He encouraged the participants to contribute to the collective effort of fostering a safe and equitable society for all. The morning session featured the presentation on Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health Matters by Ms. Kristyflor A. Fajarito and Ms. Esther Faith B. Montilla of Caraga State University. For the afternoon session, Atty. Geramer Vere Durato of Public Attorney’s Office-Surigao City District gave an Orientation on Republic Act 11313 (Safe Spaces Act) to promote the building of a harassment-free workplace. The 18-Day Campaign to End VAW supports the continue reading : MGB ROXIII GAD Focal Point System spearheads Learning Event for Employees

126th Founding Anniversary of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau: Celebrating a rich heritage in mineral resources and geosciences advancements

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII participated in the celebration of the 126th Founding Anniversary of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau with the theme Embracing Geosciences Solutions for Climate-Smart Mining via virtual platform on November 29, 2024. Spearheaded by the MGB Central Office, the said event celebrated and affirmed the MGB’s rich heritage in mineral resources and geosciences advancements. At the event, the keynote message was delivered by DENR Assistant Secretary for Mining Concerns and concurrent MGB OIC-Director, Engr. Michael V. Cabalda. At the MGB Regional Office No. XIII Training Center, Regional Director Larry M. Heradez, Division Chiefs and MGBEA Region XIII Chapter Officers led the giving of Loyalty Award Plaques to the following employees in recognition of their dedicated government service: 25 years in service Ana Diosell S. Bajao Carl Orven C. Eludo Samuel J. Jamen James R. Jaron Ronnie R. Juarez Evangelino M. Morales, Jr. continue reading : 126th Founding Anniversary of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau: Celebrating a rich heritage in mineral resources and geosciences advancements