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Guimaras Pabasa sa Nutrisyon Hall of Fame Awardee

Monday, July 12th, 2010

Guimaras- Another honor to the province of Guimaras after adjudged as the Hall of Fame awardee in the Pabasa sa Nutrisyon. It is a health program designed to empower women in reducing their families’ vulnerability to malnutrition through adoption of proper nutrition practices and healthy lifestyles. Gov. Felipe Hilan A. Nava personally got the award on July 08, 2010 in Mandaluyong City.

The province is a consistent recipient of the Pabasa sa Nutrition Award for two years by the Philippine Association of Nutrition in Palawan in 2006 and in Cagayan de Oro in 2007 and 2008 in Subic, Zambales and this year, 2010 a Hall Fame Award.

Guimaras ‘Pabasa sa Nutrisyon’ has an innovative approach in strengthening the: home, school, community food production, micronutrient supplementation, food fortification, nutrition education and food assistance. It is among of the sustainable development project by the Provincial Government of Guimaras. It covers 80% of the brgys. Province-wide and it has contributed in the decrease number of barangays with record of malnourished children. At present, 84 of 98 barangays of the province are involved in implementing the program where sitio based classes are being conducted.

It aims to provide families with sustainable knowledge and skills in nutrition that can be handed down to many generations to come. It’s a bible sharing type of activity were target  mothers are grouped into 10-12 per class informally discussing health and nutrition using behaviorally designed IEC  materials.

Gov. Nava said that this award is one of the fruits to the initiatives of the province in delivering health services for a healthy Guimarasnons.

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Inauguration of Guimaras New and Re-elected Officials

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Another swift success for the political group of Gov. Felipe Hilan A. Nava after the newly concluded May 10, 2010 election.

Gov. Nava’s political success conferred during the oath-taking ceremony of elected and newly elected officials last June 24 at the GTIC administered by Hon. Judge Merlin Deloria of the RTC Branch 65, Guimaras .

The grandee together with Vice Gov. Aurelio Tionado and Sangguniang  Panlalawigan members of the first and second districts were witnessed by their respective family members and some government employees.

Gov Nava on his message emphasized that his administration will follow the 30 years Physical Framework Plan of the province of Guimaras (which was started by his brother, Congressman JC Rahman A. Nava, MD) and would continue to make innovations for the betterment of the province. He also gave his remark to the victory of the five municipal mayors who were all from his political group in which according to him would be an advantage for the development of the province. He also reiterated the economic independence of the Guimaras Provincial Hospital with the vision to make it one of the best hospitals in the region.

“Due to this, it takes a lot of effort and I need a lot to support from this aspect,” he said.

It was noted that more than 83 percent of the local running candidates in the province won in the newly ended National and Local elections.

Gov. Nava ended his message by thanking all the supporters for the trust and confidence they have given to them.P6238749

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Guimaras still UNICEf’s pilot province

Tuesday, June 1st, 2010

UNICEF Country Representative Vanessa Tobin assured the province of Guimaras to be their pilot province in their future projects.

Tobin was impressed to the active and aggressive actions of the Local Government Unit in bringing out the Child Friendly initiatives. She lauded the exemplary service in governance as well as the government’s social expenditures for education, health, nutrition and social services and welfare that enormously “gave positive results to children especially in their nutritional status”.

There is a remarkable increase of investment for children in most of the barangays and 58% of the total 97 BCPCs in 2009 are rated ideal while 22% rated mature, next to ideal based on the assessment of the DILG.  The province also got the highest rating among the provinces in the region for the level of functionality of the Provincial Council for the Protection of Children (PCPC) during the latest assessment of the Regional Sub-Committee for the Welfare of Children. Out of the 98 barangays, 47% are child friendly.

Overwhelmed to the results of the CPC 6 in the province, she said the UNICEF is working for the possible CPC 7. She promised to bring this project in Guimaras as soon as it will be made possible.

It was noted that the province received nearly P3.5 million cash and supply assistance from UNICEF in 2009. Tobin vowed to support Guimaras as she quoted one of the governor in California saying, “ I will Come Back.” Tobin visited Guimaras during the Guimaras 18th Foundation Day on May 22, 2010 and turn over the books for day care centers.

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Nutri-Pan sa Eskwelahan opens

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

Province of Guimaras inaugurates its Nutri-Pan sa Eskwelahan on April 15, 2010.

Nutri-Pan sa Eskwelahan is a bakery designed to provide fortified bread for school children. It aims to increase the energy, protein, Vit. A, iron intake of children and to improve their physical growth and physical fitness. This project helps to improve the nutrition situation of the school children and improved school performance. The bread are given to children for free.

school children taste the nutritious nutri pandesal from the Nutri-Bakery in Jordan with Gov. Nava

school children taste the nutritious nutri pandesal from the Nutri-Bakery in Jordan with Gov. Nava

The project was fully realized through the provincial development fund and the PDAF of the Congressman.

“It is the first LGU in the region to fund this type of project,” said Ms Fe Suelan, Area Program Officer of the Nutrition Center of the Philippines.

She lauded the initiative of the province of Guimaras as hunger mitigating solutions to the island province.

It was noted that the nutrition status of the province of Guimaras in 2007 shows that 21.27% of school children are underweight.  The result of this it the low IQ, low learning skills and low academic performance of school children.

The Nutri-pan (Bakery) has become the solution of the provincial government through the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition of which food fortification included in its program impacts. The bakery will be producing pandesal with specific standard of nutritional value to follow from the National Nutrition Council (NNC).

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Guimaras Manggahan Festival Officially Opens

Tuesday, April 13th, 2010

The weeklong manggahan affair officially opens today (April 12) with the ribbon cutting ceremony at the agro-Trade Fair, graced by DA Regional Director Larry Nacionales and Guimaras Tourism Consultant Henry Babiera with Gov. Felipe Hilan A. Nava.

Along with the event is the farmer’s day and distribution of checks to the Livelihood Enhancement for Agricultural Development (LEAD) project beneficiaries and the turn-over of DA-RFU 6 project which is implemented with the LGUs.

Meanwhile, 12 participating groups for street dancing competition added joy and excitement to the viewers as they show-off their attractive costumes, their dance steps and styles on streets (Bongao cable to Guimaras Capitol Grounds). These groups are from the community based tourism barangays that are actively supporting the tourism initiative of the province.

P4126110Gov. Nava (2nd from right) cuts the ribbon during the opening  of the Agro-trade fair with DA-RFU 6 RED Larry Nacionales  while Mr. Henry G. Babiera (right) looks on

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Guimaras brings Manggahan sa Robinsons

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

Guimaras provincial government through its provincial tourism office brings Manggahan sa Robinsons that officially opened on April 5, 2010.

This activity aims to promote the tourism industry of the province which offers the best and finest of Guimaras until April 08, 2010.  The province has a booth inside the mall that offers the province’s craftsmanship, products especially fresh mangoes, delicacies and many more.   In addition to the activities, 11 candidates for Mutya sang Guimaras will showcase their alluring beauties on their casual wear competition on April 08, 4:00 p.m. at the fountain area.

During the opening program Gov. Felipe Hilan A. Nava said that his administration is giving full support to the tourism initiatives of the province for its objective to be the tourism capital of the region.  He also invites people to visit the province and to experience the Manggahan 2010 Festival that will start on April 11-18, 2010.

Among who graced the affair is DILG Regional Director Evelyn Trompeta, DOT VI Regional Director Edwin Trompeta and Guimaras first lady Ms. Ana Maria “Lally” Nava together with the partner agencies.

Gov. Nava (center) cuts the ribbon during the opeing ceremony at Robinsons mall together with DILG 6 Director Evelyn Trompeta (left), DOT6 Dir. Edwin Trompeta(3rd) and Guimaras first lady Ana Maria "Lally" Nava partly hidden.

Gov. Nava (center) cuts the ribbon during the opening ceremony at Robinsons mall together with DILG 6 Director Evelyn Trompeta (left), DOT6 Dir. Edwin Trompeta(3rd) and Guimaras first lady Ana Maria "Lally" Nava.

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Guimaras readies for Manggahan Festival 2010

Wednesday, March 31st, 2010

Island Province of Guimaras- Home of the Manggahan Festival is now ready for celebration on April 11-18, 2010.

The weeklong festival will showcase various events that every tourists and guests will enjoy. These include the jumpstart event at Robinsons Mall: Manggahan sa Robinsons on April 5-8, 2010 with an opening ceremony and Guimaras booth- displaying province’ bests and finest. Stunning beauties of Mutya ng Guimaras will be witnessed on April 8 as they showcase their casual wears.

A must see dancing talents of young men and women can be seen during the soft opening on April 11, at the food court area which starts from 6 p.m.

Culture and heritage of the island can be seen on the actions, painted bodies and colorful props of the tribe dancers from participating barangays of the five municipalities during the Street Dancing competition on the 12th of April at the Capitol Ground.

A day for Children is April 13, of 2010 at the Provincial Gym as the province celebrates Children’s day while April 14 is the Youth Day. This day is reserved for youth as Rico Blanco will rock Guimaras in front of the Museo de Guimaras ground at 10 p.m.

Mango Inspired recipe’s will be tasted at the Maggahan Foodcourt on April 15, hosting the Mango Inspired Recipe Contest at the Food Court Area at 2:00pm to 4:00pm. This event simply shows various recipes that were made out from mango.

Stunning Beauties will be flaunted as Mutya sang Guimaras meets the Day of Judgment at the Provincial Gym on April 16, 2010 starting 8:00 pm. The Guimaras beauties will vie for the crown as Mutya sang Guimaras 2010.

For anyone craving for mangoes, just join us, in the Eat- all- you- can for 3 days at the foodcourt area as Guimaras promotes its sweetest and delicious mangoes on April 16, 17, and 18, 2010.

Aside from invigorating events, the province also offers opportunities for our unemployed fellow on April 17, with the jobs fair and one-stop-shop with other cooperating agencies at the covered gym as venue.

Giving emphasis to the culture, traditions and customs of Guimarasnons, this day is right for you to witness- the Guimaras Cultural Showcase on April 18 which will start from 8 a.m. This day is actively participated by the Barangay and municipal based tourism councils depicting their respective culture and arts. After the series of events in the daytime the night will be full of energy as the people join in the Sinadya sa Capitol, a merry making time. Added color to that moment is the pyro-musical contest which will start at 9 p.m., an enchanted time for anyone as they witness the fireworks display.

This is the package that Guimaras province can offer to you and as you witness this momentous festival, you will indeed say that: Guimaras is more than just mangoes.

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Guimaras: “Rabies Free Island in 2011

Friday, March 26th, 2010

Gov. Felipe Hilan A. Nava (center) discusses with Dr. Raffy Deray, Program Medical Coordinator, National Rabies Prevention & Control Program about the Guimaras programs on rabiesDr. Felicito Lozarita signs the tarpualin as commitment to the goal- "Rabies Free Island province in 2012"

Dr. Felicito Lozarita, Provincial Health Officer of Guimaras signs a commitment to the goal- "Rabies Free Island province in 2012"

The province of Guimaras became the pilot area in the Region 6 for the Rabies program of the Department of Health with cooperating agencies from Department of Agriculture which is funded under the World Health Organization sponsored by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

“I have noticed that the Local Chief Executive of Guimaras is very active in all its programs and I believe that this province can achieve the goal as targeted”, said Dr. Raffy Deray, Program Medical Coordinator National Rabies Prevention and Control Program during the launching on March 25, 2010 at the Guimaras Trade and Information Center.

Deray explained that Guimaras is lucky enough to be one of the pilot area in Western Visayas and to get the grant from the BMGF because there are 11 countries that submitted their proposal but only 3 countries got the approval that includes the Philippines. According to Deray, Guimaras was chosen as one of the pilot areas in the country because of its initiatives and effective campaign in the rabies program. He added that the province being the premier tourist destination next to Boracay in Western Visayas needs to meet the challenges as Rabies free island.

Dr. Ma. Sofia Pulmones, DOH6 said that Guimaras’ challenge is to meet the 50% of total dog population vaccinated while the DOH and the BMGF will provide thGov. Felipe Hilan A. Nava (center) discusses with Dr. Raffy Deray, Program Medical Coordinator, National Rabies Prevention & Control Program about the Guimaras programs on rabiese 70% of the total vaccines needed.

It was noted that the province has zero record in rabies from 2006 up to present. It is the record that should be sustained plus the promotion of the responsible pet ownership so that dogs will be managed properly. Another concern is the adoption of the rabies ordinance and the strict implementation in every barangay.

As part of the support to the program is the signing of commitment by the partner agencies. The program was participated by the MHO, MAO and the barangay officials.

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GUIMARAS…SUSTAINS EXCELLENCE!!!

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

The province of Guimaras was in the limelight for sustaining its title in excellence award during the Western Visayas Tourism Assembly and Excellence Awards on December 4-6, 2009 at Roxas City, Capiz.

Awarded as Best Tourism-Oriented LGU (Provincial category) became an edge for Guimaras in recognition to the efforts of Gov. Felipe “Nene” Nava in coordination with the officials of the five municipalities in implementing tourism development and promotion of the CBRT approaches. This involves managing and protection of natural assets, preservation and promotion of cultural and historical heritage and implementation of Guimaras’ vision as an agri-tourism province. Proving its worth to excellence, 10 more awards (major and special) were grabbed. These are: Best Tourism Council for Barangay Hoskyn, Jordan for their community activities linking with tourism, Best Tourism Emerging Destination for Barangay Dolores, Nueva Valencia, special award for Barangay Sapal, San Lorenzo for its weaving village and Barangay Lawi, Jordan in its Marine Turtle and Rescue Center.

Best Tourism Officer for Ms. Angeles Gabinete, OIC Tourism Section for her outstanding performance and commitment in promoting Guimaras contributing to the province’s economic growth.

The municipality of Nueva Valencia gained recognition as Best Tourism Oriented LGU (Municipal Category). This town is the tourism capital of the province having the seven active Community-Based Rural Tourism Councils and LGU support programs such as formation of Nueva Valencia Municipal Tourism Arts and Culture. In involve public-private composition of tourism stakeholders in the municipality.

Lin-ay sang Guimaras, Mary Ann Petrola was into a public eye when she vies for the Search for Western Visayas Tourism 2009. Petrola seized two corporate awards from Globe and RDEVZ Pharma.

The Pasundayag sang Guimaras drew crowd during the theater play of traditional courtship, love and marriage which include, “Sinulog sa Kasal” by Sibunag Cultural Group and the featured family of violinist of Salvacion, Buenavista.

To explore further about Guimaras, the Tourism Destination Booth brings out the replica of a 19th century old Punta Luzaran Lighthouse Station, CBRT festivals, and video presentation about various destinations. While the trade fair and Exhibit Booth offers the province’s products such as its famous mangoes, the only producer of tultol, weaved bags and delicacies and processed foods.

Delighted to the awards received by the province, Gov. Nava said, “It is the quest of Guimaras to be the center of tourism not only in the region but in the country.” He added that he would try to make Guimaras to be in the super region.

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CIDA: Sees CBRTs Positive Outlook

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

The Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) was overwhelmed and impressed to the pilot sites they visited on October 23, 2009.

This is in connection with the alliance of Guimaras to the CIDA in the implementation of the Local Governance Support Program – Local Economic Development (LGSP-LED) project headed by Rachel Bruneau, Project Team Leader and Marion Villanueva Canadian Field Director (LGSP- LED).

The top rank CIDA officials rolled up to see, observe and validate the maturity of the province Community-Based Rural Tourism (CBRT) program. Of the five (5) pilot barangays, the guests immersed to San Roque, Nueva Valencia and Sapal, San Lorenzo. Overwhelmed of what had been observed in the pilot sites, Ms. Brureau gave an impression: “these things I believe were not prepared just for the visit, these had been institutionalized with the communities hence, my positive outlook for a very successful partnership henceforth.”

Another visit was made by Liza Moreau, Canadian Field Director together with Jay Prezaldo and Nerio Luhan of the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI) at the Guisi Community-Based Heritage Tourism Project (GCBHTP), Dolores, Nueva Valencia and Sapal Weaving Village, Sapal, San Lorenzo on November 19, 2009.

Governor Nava strongly believed in the strong partnership of the Canadian Urban Institute and the Province of Guimaras. According to him the partnership is able to help and led the province in its proper governance and provides a better future for Guimaras.

The LGSP-LED Guimaras has a total budget of Php 10 million for its implementation starting on January to September 2010. This will be utilized to fund the Capability Building Activities and Demonstration Projects of the CBRTs in the operationalization of the Agri-Tourism Development Program of the province.

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