Nagdilaab Foundation, Inc.

14/09/2026

Together, we stand for a peaceful, orderly, responsive, and credible election in Basilan.

11/09/2026

Bantay Halalan

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07/09/2026

Today, September 7, 2026 (Monday), Nagdilaab Foundation, Inc. (NFI) gathered representatives from three Barangay Local Government Units (BLGUs) of Sumisip for the Project Orientation and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing.

The activity was conducted with the support of the Municipal Government of Sumisip as part of the two-year “Promoting a Culture of Peace through Peace Education” Project. During his message, Vice Mayor Hon. Gulam “Boy” Hataman expressed the municipality’s commitment to supporting the project as one of its targeted municipalities.

The Punong Barangays of Guiong and Manggal, along with a Barangay Kagawad from Tumahubong, expressed their gratitude to NFI for selecting their communities as project beneficiaries and for supporting their efforts to strengthen peace and development.

The project is funded by Manos Unidas and is also being implemented in the municipalities of Lantawan and Maluso.

02/09/2026

Nagdilaab Foundation, Inc. (NFI), as the implementing organization of the Promoting a Culture of Peace through Peace Education Project, convened officials from the Local Government Units (LGUs) at both the municipal and barangay levels of the Municipalities of Lantawan and Maluso on September 1–2, 2026.

The activity aimed to introduce and orient the LGU officials on the Peace Education Project, which will be implemented in two (2) schools and two (2) barangays in each of the two municipalities. The project seeks to promote a culture of peace by strengthening peace education and empowering local stakeholders, particularly barangay officials and community leaders, to contribute to peaceful and resilient communities.

Following the project orientation, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing was conducted to formalize the partnership between NFI and the participating LGUs and to establish their commitment to supporting the implementation of the project in the identified recipient communities.

The partner communities expressed their appreciation to NFI for bringing the intervention to their areas, particularly for its focus on empowering barangay officials and other key community leaders in promoting peace and strengthening community participation.

The Promoting a Culture of Peace through Peace Education Project is supported by Manos Unidas.

29/08/2026

On August 28, 2026, education stakeholders, government leaders, development partners, civil society organizations, and other key partners gathered for the Lamitan City Education Summit 2026, centered on the theme “Foundation of Success: Strengthening Literacy and Numeracy for Every Lamiteño Learner.”

The summit provided a meaningful platform for stakeholders to reflect on the current realities and challenges affecting learners and to identify concrete actions and opportunities for collaboration toward strengthening education outcomes in Lamitan City.

Nagdilaab Foundation Incorporated (NFI), represented by its Executive Director, Ms. Deddette L. Suacito, actively participated in the Panel Discussion for Development Partners and Civil Society Group, sharing the perspective and experience of NFI in supporting inclusive and quality education.

Ms. Suacito also facilitated a workshop that engaged participants in identifying key education realities, actions already taken, responsible agencies and institutions, effects, and recommendations across five important dimensions: Access, Equity, Quality, Governance, and Resiliency. The workshop encouraged participants to move beyond identifying challenges and toward recognizing existing responses, clarifying responsibilities, assessing effects, and developing practical recommendations for further action.

The workshop also highlighted concerns related to learning disruptions, emergencies, armed conflict, natural disasters, learner well-being, recovery strategies, and continuity of learning, underscoring the need for an education system that is not only accessible and equitable but also resilient in the face of challenges.

For NFI, participation in the Education Summit reflects its continuing commitment to partnership, inclusive education, peace, and community development. We believe that strengthening literacy and numeracy is a shared responsibility, and that meaningful collaboration among schools, government, civil society, development partners, families, and communities is essential in ensuring that every learner is given the opportunity to learn, succeed, and reach their full potential.

26/08/2026

ICYMI: Last August 21, 2026, a Civic Engagement Information Session was successfully conducted at Lamitan City Gymnasium, bringing together diverse community leaders from Malinis, Colonia, Look, Sta. Clara, and Maloong San Jose.

A total of 50 community key leaders of which composed of various sectoral groups such as BLGU, SK, BION, Senior Citizens, LGBTQ+, Women, CSOs, Christian and Muslim Religious Leaders, and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) coming from above-mentioned barangays participated the activity. The Lamitan Youth Development Officer also joined the activity and shared insights align to the objectives of the activity.

The session provided an important space for participants to deepen their understanding on elections processes and systems to include the BARMM Parliamentary Election, peace and conflict sensitivity, gender-responsive, inclusive governance, and countering misinformation.

Through meaningful discussions, it was emphasized during the session the importance of informed, inclusive, peaceful, and responsible civic participation.
It also strengthened the role of community representatives as partners in promoting peace, good governance, and responsible engagement within their communities.

15/08/2026

ICYMI: Project Background Presentation and MOU Signing with MBHTE for the Peace Education Project

📍 Lamitan City, Basilan — Nagdilaab Foundation, Inc. (NFI) gathered the school principals and heads of seven selected elementary schools under the Basilan Schools Division of the Ministry of Basic, Higher and Technical Education (MBHTE) for the project background presentation and MOU signing for the two-year Promoting a Culture of Peace (COP) through Peace Education Project.

The project aims to cultivate harmonious interventions that help prevent violence in schools and communities, promote a culture of peace, and uphold the rights and protection of children in Basilan.

Through strengthened collaboration with schools and key stakeholders, NFI looks forward to advancing peace education and creating safer, more inclusive, and child-friendly learning environments across Basilan.

Representing the School Division Superintendent Ms. Myra B. Mangkabung, Ed.D, CESE, Ms. Delia Sandatan, Ms. Myra Tahajid and Mr. Muammer Dansalan signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between NFI represented by Executive Director Ms. Deddette Suacito.

Partner elementary schools of the project are Concepcion CES, Atong-Atong ES, Maluso CES, Portholand CES, Tumahubong CES, Guiong ES and Manggal ES.

06/08/2026

Nagdilaab Foundation Incorporated (NFI) paid courtesy visit and project orientation today with the Ministry of Basic, Higher and Technical Education (MBHTE) – Basilan Division for the “Promoting a Culture of Peace through Peace Education Project.”

In attendance was Dr. Myra B. Mangkabung, CESE, Schools Division Superintendent of MBHTE-Basilan, along with Ms. Myra A. Tahajid - Values Education Coordinator, Ms. Delia A. Sandatan - Division CID, and Mr. Muammer Dansalan - Child Protection Focal. NFI was represented by Executive Director Ms. Deddette L. Suacito and Project Officer Mr. Paulo S. Lataba, who presented the project’s target areas, beneficiaries, objectives, activities, and expected outcomes.

This two-year project, supported by Manos Unidas, Spain, will be implemented in three municipalities in Basilan, covering seven schools and seven Barangay Local Government Units (BLGUs). It aims to promote a culture of peace through peace education, strengthen school-community collaboration, and empower teachers, learners and stakeholders to become peace advocates in their communities.

03/08/2026

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11/03/2026

Donors Visit

Representatives from Manos Unidas, Miguel Carballo and Alberto Martinez Garcia, visited Lamitan City in Basilan as part of a monitoring visit for the Peace Education Project implemented by Nagdilaab Foundation, Inc. (NFI) in partnership with local schools and barangays. The visit was facilitated with the support of ZABIDA through Ms. Espie Hupida.

During the visit, the delegation was welcomed by the NFI team and accompanied to the Lamitan City Hall where they met with Oric Furigay, along with representatives from partner schools and barangays, for a dialogue on the progress and impact of the project. The discussion highlighted the collaborative efforts between local government units, schools, and communities in promoting peace education and strengthening community engagement.

The delegation also visited Lo-ok National High School where they gathered human interest stories and recommendations directly from learners, barangay leaders, and school staff. These conversations provided valuable insights into the experiences of the beneficiaries and the positive influence of the project on the school and surrounding communities.

The visit further included an opportunity to engage with Hon. Mujiv Hataman, Governor of Basilan, who shared perspectives on ongoing peace and development initiatives across the province. The exchange enriched the donors’ understanding of the broader context in which the Peace Education Project operates and reaffirmed the importance of continued collaboration to support peacebuilding and community development in Basilan