SIKAT, Inc.

02/10/2026

22/09/2026

𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 12 𝐃𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬, 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫

𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | On September 22 and 23, 2026, SIKAT Inc. conducted an orientation for project participants in Barangay Aroganga and Barangay 12 as part of the implementation of the Anticipatory Action Activation initiative.

The activation was triggered after both barangays reached the Yellow Alert level, indicating an urgent need to undertake timely anticipatory actions to mitigate health risks and prevent a potential disease outbreak. The activity was attended by 50 project participants from each barangay, alongside Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), representatives from the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), and the Rural Health Unit (RHU).

As part of the activation, cleaning kits were distributed to the barangays to support community sanitation and preparedness efforts. Mosquito nets were also provided to project participants to protect vulnerable households from vector-borne diseases. During the orientation, participants and key community stakeholders collaboratively developed an Action Plan to guide the implementation of these early interventions. This plan ensures that the community and local partners have a clear, coordinated approach to executing necessary measures moving forward.

Additionally, SIKAT conducted house-to-house distributions of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials. This outreach allowed the team to directly engage households and share critical information regarding anticipatory actions, health protocols, and other protective measures.

This initiative served as a vital step in strengthening the preparedness and resilience of Barangay Aroganga and Barangay 12. Through close collaboration with community members, barangay officials, the MDRRMO, the RHU, and other local partners, SIKAT Inc. and Oxfam Pilipinas continue to promote early preparedness, timely action, and active community participation to save lives and protect public health.

22/09/2026

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: 𝐒𝐈𝐊𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐧𝐜. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐀𝐒𝐇 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐬

𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | To proactively safeguard public health, SIKAT Inc. conducted a two-day capacity-building training on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) from September 15 to 16, 2026. This activity was implemented under the project "ANTICIPATING THE OUTBREAK: Testing a WASH Anticipatory Action System for Disease Outbreak in Eastern Samar," which is funded and supported by Oxfam Pilipinas.

The initiative focused on disease outbreak prevention and targeted Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) and Barangay Nutrition Scholars (BNSs) from selected communities, with the Rural Health Unit of Dolores (RHU-Dolores) co-facilitating the activity.

The training was designed to deepen the participants’ knowledge of essential WASH practices and reinforce their critical role in community health defense. Mr. Carl Russell Dado, a Sanitation Inspector who served as the resource speaker, led discussions on key components of disease prevention and control, including proper WASH implementation, pathways of disease transmission, and effective vector management.

To bridge theory and practice, participants engaged in interactive workshops and hands-on learning activities. Notably, they conducted a practical larval survey, which allowed them to identify potential mosquito breeding sites firsthand and understand the vital link between environmental sanitation and outbreak prevention.

Equipped with these new practical skills and insights, the BHWs and BNSs are now better prepared to champion health initiatives in their respective communities, paving the way for a cleaner, safer, and healthier environment.

17/09/2026

Iloilo accounted for the most operations, with 13, resulting in the arrest of 22 individuals and the confiscation of items valued at approximately P4.68 million.
In Antique, police carried out seven operations that led to 7 arrests and the recovery of items worth an estimated P287,940.
Meanwhile, an operation in the waters off Panay in Capiz resulted in the arrest of 6 individuals and the confiscation of fishing equipment and other items valued at about P430,000.
“Protecting our marine resources is also protecting the families and communities that depend on them,” Tuaño said.
“We will remain consistent in enforcing the law and will continue working with legitimate fishers to keep our waters productive and sustainable,” he added.
PRO6 urged those engaged in fishing to comply with existing regulations, secure the necessary permits, and use only legal fishing methods and equipment.
The public was also encouraged to report suspected illegal fishing.
The police regional office said the sustained operations form part of its “The PRO6 Way” toward responsive, trusted and transformative policing in Western Visayas.

-ABS-CBN News

17/09/2026

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17/09/2026

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16/09/2026

𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | On September 10, 2026, SIKAT Inc. joined the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (MDRRMC) Meeting in Dolores, Eastern Samar, where the team was invited to share the findings of an Oxfam-supported study on Barangay LDRRMF utilization.

The study, “Patterns and Challenges in Barangay LDRRMF Utilization: Evidence from SHARPER Partner Communities in Eastern Samar and Catanduanes,” looked into how barangays use their LDRRM funds and the challenges they encounter in putting these resources into action.

SIKAT also presented the Flood Triggers developed through its work with local DRRM stakeholders. The discussion focused on how these triggers can help the municipality and communities recognize increasing flood risks and take action at the right time.

The presentation was attended by MDRRMC members, allowing the team to share findings from SHARPER partner communities and hear perspectives from local DRRM stakeholders.

The conversation was a practical exchange on what the evidence is showing, what communities are experiencing, and how these can inform local DRRM actions.

16/09/2026

𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | SIKAT Inc. recently conducted Outcome Harvesting Sessions in 13 partner communities in Dolores, Eastern Samar under the SHARPER 2.0 Project.

The sessions gave community members space to look back, share their experiences, and talk about the changes they have seen in their own barangays. Rather than simply looking at activities completed, the discussions focused on a more important question: “What has changed in our community?”

From disaster preparedness and women’s participation to savings groups, livelihoods, WASH, and other community initiatives, participants shared stories of what changed, how the change happened, and who contributed along the way.

The conversations were not just about counting activities completed. They were about listening to the people who experienced the changes themselves.

Every story, reflection, and connection helps build a clearer picture of what SHARPER 2.0 has contributed to the communities—and what communities themselves have made possible.

The SHARPER 2.0 project is funded and supported by Oxfam Pilipinas.

16/09/2026

UPDATE!!!

Thank you so much to everyone who expressed interest in joining our team as a Community Organizer in Roxas, Capiz!

We’ve received a great number of applications, and we truly appreciate the time and enthusiasm each applicant has shared with us.

Due to the volume of applications received, we will be closing the application process today at exactly 5:00 PM.

If you’re still planning to apply, you still have time! Make sure to submit your application before 5:00 PM today.

After the application period, our team will carefully review all submissions. We will reach out to applicants who move forward to the next stage of the selection process, and we will also inform those who are not selected.

To everyone who has applied, thank you for your interest in joining SIKAT and for your willingness to work alongside coastal communities. We truly appreciate your time and effort, and we look forward to connecting with you.

Salamat, and good luck to all applicants!