01/04/2023
PNP KASIMBAYANAN NATIONAL CONGRESS BRINGS TOGETHER VOLUNTEERS FOR NATION-BUILDING
The Philippine National Police (PNP) commends the facilitators, organizers, and participants for the successful 2-day KASIMBAYANAN Volunteer National Congress on March 30-31, 2023, with the theme “Transition of KASIMBAYANAN Community Transformation into Nation-Building”.
The event was attended by thousands of community volunteers, faith-based leaders, government officials, and PNP personnel in 17 regions across the country.
The PNP KASIMBAYANAN program marks the synergetic partnership between the police force, religious group, and community, aimed at achieving a comprehensive transformation for both the PNP and the community it serves.
Atty. Juan Victor Llamas, Undersecretary for External Legal and Legislative Affairs, represented Atty. Benjamin C. Abalos Jr., the Secretary of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), as the Guest of Honor and Speaker at the event.
During the two-day congress, participants engaged in various activities aimed at promoting nation-building. They also shared their experiences and success stories in transforming their communities, with a focus on replicable models that can be applied in other areas.
In his message, Atty. Llamas expressed his appreciation for the Kapulisan, Simbahan, and Pamayanan's efforts toward nation-building. He emphasized the importance of community involvement in nation-building and urged everyone to continue working together towards a better and stronger nation.
“As we look ahead to the future of our country, nation-building must start at the grassroots level. The work that you do in your respective communities even up to the smallest barangays is essential to building a stronger and more prosperous Philippines. It is through our collective efforts that we can create a more inclusive and equitable society, where every Filipino has the opportunity to succeed”, Usec Llamas said.
Meanwhile, PNP Chief Police General Azurin in his message presented the challenge of promoting unity, cooperation, and progress among KASIMBAYANAN Volunteers and advocates.
“Let us take up this challenge with courage and determination by working together to build a stronger and more resilient Philippines - one where the rule of law is upheld, where our communities are safe and secure, and where all Filipinos can thrive and prosper”, PGen Azurin expressed.
Other esteemed guests present during the national event were Hon Francisco Javier Zamora, Mayor of San Juan City, Hon Benedicta B Taiozun, Municipal Mayor of San Francisco, Southern Leyte, Bishop Jonel Milan, Chairman, Philippine Campus Crusade for Christ, Bishop Vincent Vincencio, President, Better Philippines Movement/Christian Coalition Movement, Bishop Noel A Pantoja, National Director, National Director of Philippine Council of Evangelical Churches, Inc., and (Ret) PLtGen Cesar Hawthorne Binag, President, Christians for Nation-Building.
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