07/07/2026
๐ฟ Strengthening Awareness, Protecting Our Natural Heritage ๐ฟ
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) โ CENRO Zamboanga City, in partnership with Barangay Lapakan, successfully conducted the Communication, Education, and Public Awareness (CEPA) on the Protection and Conservation of Caves and Cave Resources at Apolinario Cave, Barangay Lapakan, Zamboanga City, held on July 7, 2026.
The activity aimed to increase public awareness on the importance of protecting and conserving our caves and their unique ecosystems while promoting environmental responsibility and sustainable resource management.
The activity brought together representatives from various community sectors, including:
Women's Sector
Farmers' Sector
Religious Sector
Senior Citizens Sector
Youth Sector
Barangay Council of Lapakan
The active participation of these sectors reflects the community's shared commitment to protecting and conserving our natural resources. Through collaboration, education, and collective action, we can safeguard our caves and preserve their ecological and cultural significance for future generations.
We extend our sincere appreciation to DENR Zamboanga City , all partner agencies, facilitators, and participants for making this environmental awareness activity a success.
๐ฑ Together, we can protect our caves, conserve our environment, and create a sustainable future for the next generation.