CED of HOPE

13/10/2025

SLP prepares SLPAs for soya production, processing project in Santa Barbara, Iloilo

The Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office VI conducts a consultation meeting with its core partners to prepare for the upcoming Soya Production and Processing Project in Santa Barbara, Iloilo.

The meeting brought together SLP participants from two associations: the SBIF SLP Association, composed of 20 farmers who will engage in soya bean production, and the 4BLITZ SLP Association, composed of 15 members who will be trained in soya processing. The SBIF SLPA will focus on cultivating soya beans to provide raw materials, while the 4BLITZ SLPA will handle value-added processing, including taho, soya milk, tofu, and other soy-based products.

The activity served as a platform for local farmers and key collaborators to align on their shared goal of strengthening the local soya industry. The project is backed by the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Santa Barbara, which has committed to providing guidance and logistical support. The initiative was inspired by a benchmarking visit to Likhaya Food Products, a University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB)-assisted social enterprise.

To support the project, SLP will provide Seed Capital Fund assistance to both SLPAs. In addition to financial support, the program will offer capacity-building sessions to enhance the associations’ entrepreneurial and financial management skills.

Meanwhile, Taytay sa Kauswagan, Inc. (TSKI) will serve as a mentoring partner, providing training in enterprise management and marketing strategies. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), through its Community Empowerment through Science and Technology (CEST) program, will contribute production equipment, training supplies, and technical support to ensure quality processing and packaging of the products.

This collaborative initiative underscores the strong partnership among stakeholders, working hand in hand to empower local farmers, promote sustainable livelihoods, and develop a thriving soya-based enterprise in Santa Barbara./dswd6/cdf/Slroma

13/10/2025

NACTI Association Showcases Local Products here at Iloilo Provincial Capitol.

October 13, 2025– The NACTI Association proudly joins the Trade Fair & Exhibit held at Iloilo Provincial Capitol Lobby.

We offer a variety of locally made products, including kalabasa chips, malunggay chips, Carrot Chip and kalabasa Canton.

Support local product. For orders, contact Amalia Fillo Naorbe at 0945-321-5436 or visit our page: NACTI Association

Thank You for the love, care and support❤️

08/10/2025

𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐎𝐑𝐄-𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐃𝐎𝐙𝐀 𝐅𝐈𝐒𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐊 𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐑𝐀𝐁 𝐅𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐀𝐒 𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇𝐍𝐎𝐋𝐎𝐆𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

ILOILO CITY – Bringing science closer to the people, the Philippine Crab Aquaculture and RAS (PCA-RAS), led by CEO Mr. Gerry Balingit Jr., conducted a hands-on training on Vertical Crab Fattening using a Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) at Brgy. Ingore Brgy. Hall, La Paz, Iloilo City, on October 6, 2025.

PCA-RAS, a pioneering team composed of experts in agriculture, engineering, and business, has been instrumental in revolutionizing seafood farming across the Philippines. With its commitment to efficiency, sustainability, and innovation, PCA-RAS continues to help communities transcend traditional aquaculture methods by integrating science and technology into livelihood development.

During the training facilitated by TSKI CED, participants from the association learned practical techniques in crab culture using the RAS technology. The activity formed part of the project implementation under the Crab Fattening in Inggore initiative—aimed at introducing sustainable and modern methods of aquaculture to enhance local livelihood opportunities and empower local fisherfolk through science-driven approaches that strengthen Iloilo City’s mudcrab aquaculture industry.

The Inggore Baldoza Fisherfolk Association, the project’s primary beneficiary, expressed its heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity. “We’re grateful to the Philippine Crab Aquaculture team for this incredible service—it truly benefits our community as a whole,” said Juanita Jacosalem, Association President. Her words reflected the hope and excitement among members who are now better equipped to sustain their livelihood while embracing innovation.

Through the DOST CEST Program in partnership with TSKI and the Iloilo City Government, supported by experts like PCA-RAS, communities are empowered not only to grow in skill and productivity but also to witness the transformative power of science, faith, and shared purpose in improving lives.

23/09/2025

Empowering Communities, transforming lives.

Padayon, TSKI. 🥰

19/09/2025

Natatanging Katuwang ng Programa (Private Partners)
National Awardee for Gawad Sulong Award 2025

Congratulations, TSKI. 👏
Salamat, DSWD.

16/09/2025

Padayon, NACTIA. 👏

15/09/2025

Same Mission, New Strength.

Happy 39th Anniversary, Taytay Sa Kauswagan ( A Microfinance NGO), Inc. 🥳

from: Community and Enterprise Development Department Staffs and OJT's. ☺

15/09/2025

Happy 39th Anniversary, Taytay Sa Kauswagan (A Microfinance NGO), Inc. 🥳

Thank you for celebrating with us our beloved communities from Ingore- Baldoza Fisherfolks Association, Santa Barbara Municipal P4MP Federation of Farmers Association, NACTIA, LECOFADA, ABPA, and PSPC.

15/09/2025

Happy 18th years of Service our Community and Enterprise Development Department Manager. 👏👏

Renave Tuala

13/09/2025

On September 10-11, 2025, participants from Taytay Sa Kauswagan (A Microfinance NGO), Inc. CED Staff's, LGU Iloilo City, LGU Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Municipal P4MP Federation of Farmers Association, and Ingore - Baldoza Fisherfolks Association attended the Regional Science and Technology Week at Roxas City, Capiz.

The 2-day activity made them explore new innovations from different exhibits, learn new things, and appreciate how science and technology have made a great impact on our lives. These technologies play a vital role in our society.

03/09/2025

Warmest Congratulations TSKI. 🥰👏

Gawad Pagkilala sa mga Natatanging Katuwang ng Programa 🏆

Kilalanin at bigyan pugay ang mga natatanging katuwang ng programa sa paghahatid ng mas kapaki-pakinabang na pangkabuhayan sa ating mga kalahok ng SLP. Lahat ng ito ay magaganap sa SLP Gawad Sulong sa darating na 𝗶𝗸𝗮-𝟭𝟵 𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘆𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝘀𝗮 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗴𝘀𝗼𝗱 𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼.

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18/08/2025

𝐓𝐒𝐊𝐈 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐆𝐍𝐈𝐙𝐄𝐃 𝐀𝐒 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐆𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐃 𝐒𝐔𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃

Taytay sa Kauswagan (A Microfinance NGO), Inc. (TSKI) has proudly been named a National Semifinalist for the Best Program Partner (Private) by the Department of Social Welfare and Development – Sustainable Livelihood Program (DSWD-SLP). This prestigious recognition highlights TSKI’s mission to empower communities, women, IPs, and youth through community enterprise development and sustainable livelihood programs.

For years, TSKI has been transforming lives—uplifting families, fostering self-reliance, and strengthening local economies. Being recognized at this national level is not just an honor to the organization, but a proof that passion fueled with vision and support from DOST, DSWD, and the LGUs makes TSKI’s mission possible.

This milestone reaffirms TSKI’s role as a beacon of hope and a catalyst for positive change, inspiring communities to dream bigger and reach higher.

DSWD Western Visayas