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20/08/2026

🇵🇭 𝐁𝐔𝐃𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐍𝐄𝐏

Isinumite na sa Kongreso ang panukalang ₱𝟕.𝟐-𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐚𝐝𝐲𝐞𝐭 para sa 2027.

Pinakamalaki ang 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 — ₱𝟐.𝟒𝟓𝟔 𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐲𝐨𝐧 𝐨 𝟑𝟒.𝟏% 𝐧𝐠 𝐤𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐚𝐝𝐲𝐞𝐭. Kasunod ang Economic Services — ₱1.833 trilyon o 25.5%. Sakop ng Social Services ang edukasyon, kalusugan, social protection, pabahay, at labor and employment.

Sa loob nito, humihingi ang DSWD ng humigit-kumulang ₱𝟐𝟕𝟎 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐲𝐨𝐧 para sa mga programa nito. Kabilang dito ang:
₱100 B — 4Ps
₱27 B — AICS
₱10 B — Walang Gutom
₱2.5 B — Pag-Abot
₱1.4 B — Project ARUGA

Mahalagang linawin: 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝟒𝐏𝐬 𝐚𝐲 𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢 𝐚𝐲𝐮𝐝𝐚. Isa itong 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑑𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝑐𝑎𝑠ℎ 𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑛𝑠𝑓𝑒𝑟 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑚 na may malinaw na layuning mapabuti ang kalusugan at edukasyon ng mga bata at matulungan ang mga pamilyang makaahon sa kahirapan at kalaunan ay 𝑚𝑎𝑘𝑎-𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑑𝑢𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑠𝑎 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑚𝑎.

Ang AICS naman ay crisis assistance, habang ang Walang Gutom ay food assistance at ang Pag-Abot at Project ARUGA ay para sa partikular na vulnerable groups.

Executive proposal pa lamang ang mga halagang ito at maaari pang magbago sa proseso ng Kongreso.

19/08/2026

🇵🇭 Remembering Ninoy Aquino
This August 21, we honor the memory of Sen. Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. and the courage and sacrifice that shaped a defining chapter in our nation’s history.
His life reminds us that democracy is not simply something we inherit—it is something we must have the courage to defend, protect, and strengthen.
May his legacy continue to inspire us to stand for freedom, democracy, and the belief that every Filipino has a role in shaping our country’s future.

“What can one man do?”

He had no army, no following, no money—only an indomitable spirit. From the courage of one came the courage of nation.

This August 21, we remember Sen. Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr.—his life, his sacrifice, and his unfaltering faith in the Filipino people.

Join us for Holy Mass, 10:00 AM at the Manila Memorial Park, Sucat, Parañaque City.

29/07/2026

Peace coalition to BBM: Reaffirm support for Bangsamoro peace process in SONA

Ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s State of the Nation Address, the Multisectoral Peace Coalition calls on the President to reaffirm the Government's commitment to the Bangsamoro peace process and the full implementation of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro.

📄 Read the full press release:

22/07/2026

16/07/2026

The appointment of the new Chair of the Government Peace Implementing Panel marks an important moment for the Bangsamoro peace process.

In response, the Multisectoral Peace Coalition has issued a statement reaffirming its continuing call for the faithful implementation of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro, renewed engagement between the principal parties, and sustained dialogue with all peace stakeholders.

The statement is aligned with the recommendations emerging from the Multisectoral Peace Summit held on 2 July 2026 and reflects the Coalition's continuing engagement with all peace actors.

The Coalition remains committed to accompanying the peace process and supporting every sincere effort toward a just and lasting peace.

Read the full statement below.

08/07/2026

We're pleased to share this update from the Regional Knowledge Sharing Workshop held on 30 June 2026, where INCITEGov joined our partner, IRIM Research Institute, in presenting the results and lessons from the Action for Integrity and Democracy against Disinformation project.

At the workshop, INCITEGov presented our pilot intervention, which builds on research examining how local information ecosystems—including misinformation and disinformation—shape public perceptions of ayuda.

Drawing on audience research conducted with GUGMA, Inc., we are piloting BUILD Pilipinas' youth-led, Facebook-based hyperlocal civic information model in Iloilo. The pilot explored how research-informed digital communication can be translated into practical, community-based interventions that strengthen local information ecosystems and democratic governance.

We thank IRIM Research Institute, BUILD Pilipinas, GUGMA, Inc., and the Team Europe Democracy (TED) Initiative for their partnership and look forward to sharing more insights from the project.

08/07/2026

Building and sustaining peace requires more than agreements—it requires meaningful dialogue, broad civic participation, and strong partnerships across sectors.

INCITEGov was honored to serve as one of the conveners of the "Civil Society Summit for the Bangsamoro: Strengthening Constituencies for the Peace Process," held on 1 July 2026 at Ateneo de Davao University.

The Summit brought together representatives from civil society, government, academia, youth, women, religious leaders, and grassroots organizations to validate the outcomes of sectoral consultations and collectively develop a Multisectoral Call to Action for the Bangsamoro peace process.

As an organization committed to strengthening democratic governance, citizen participation, and inclusive institutions, INCITEGov is proud to stand alongside our partners in supporting locally driven, participatory, and sustainable peacebuilding efforts in the Bangsamoro.

We thank all our fellow conveners, partners, and participants whose commitment and collaboration continue to advance a just, inclusive, and lasting peace in Mindanao.

24/06/2026

Current Senate proposals are exploring ways to strengthen the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) as the anchor of a more integrated social protection system—improving coordination, expanding inclusion, and reinforcing pathways from assistance to livelihoods and long-term development. 💡📝📜

Read the carousel for a closer look at the reforms being discussed. ➡️

13/06/2026

𝗖𝗢𝗗𝗘-𝗡𝗚𝗢 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

As we join the nation in commemorating the 128th anniversary of Philippine Independence, we are reminded that true democracy is strengthened when citizens empower one another. In this spirit, CODE-NGO is officially opening its doors to Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), People’s Organizations (POs), and Cooperatives with proposals to advance Good Governance, Resilience, Active Citizenship, and Youth Participation.

Aligned with CODE-NGOs' advocacies, this year’s Democracy Fund will prioritize proposals that advance human rights and strengthen civic spaces.

Created in 2002, the Democracy Fund was established to support the advocacy initiatives of POs that align with the CODE-NGO Development Agenda. It is an expression of CODE-NGO’s commitment to PO empowerment and asset reform.

The application is open to any duly registered Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) civic or social development institutions or those registered under another valid government entity. Grants of up to ₱50,000 are available to support initiatives that promote good governance, resilience, active citizenship, and youth engagement. Eligible advocacy initiatives include mass mobilization, press conferences and media campaigns, advocacy fora and meetings, and training related to advocacy work.

📅Deadline: July 12, 2026 (11:59 PM)
📌Release of Application Results: August 12, 2026
📩 Access the Project Proposal Form: https://bit.ly/DemocracyFund-ProposalKit

Proposals should follow the format attached. Only proposals with complete attachments will be reviewed. Proposals may be received in either hard or soft copies. For soft copies, please submit to the CODE-NGO Advocacy Unit ([email protected]) with the subject: Democracy Fund 2026 - [Organization’s Name]

Applicants must provide at least a 20% counterpart based on the total grant amount requested.