Ateneo Resource Center for Local Governance

Only 2 days left, first-time voters!

Don’t miss your chance to register and make your voice count. Visit the COMELEC Satellite Voter Registration on April 30, 2026, at Arrupe Hall, Ateneo de Davao University, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Open to all Davao City District 1 residents.

3 days left, first-time voters!

Now’s your chance to be heard—join the COMELEC Satellite Voter Registration on April 30, 2026, at Arrupe Hall, Ateneo de Davao University, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Open to all residents of Davao City District 1.

ARCLG participated in 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐔–𝐏𝐇 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: 𝐋𝐆𝐔 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 (𝐄𝐏𝐑) 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩, held on April 23–24, 2026 at the Arcadia Event Center, Davao City.

The activity was conducted through the collaboration of the City Government of Davao, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the European Union–Philippines Green Economy Partnership Program, bringing together local stakeholders to strengthen understanding and implementation of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act of 2022.

Over the two-day workshop, participants engaged in discussions on EPR readiness, circular economy initiatives, and local action planning focused on improving plastic waste recovery systems and strengthening coordination among key actors.

ARCLG expresses its appreciation to the organizers, partner institutions, facilitators, and all participating stakeholders for convening a space for practical learning and collaborative planning toward more sustainable local systems.

NOW | AMUMA Framework Implementation Phase 1 (Malita, Davao Occidental)

Building on the launch of AMUMA in 2023, Ateneo de Davao University (AdDU) initiated the framework as its flagship project, laying the foundation for its community-based approach to governance and development. In partnership, DILG Region XI is now co-leading the rollout, taking on a key role in advancing the groundwork and scaling its implementation across pilot areas.

Through the Ateneo Resource Center for Local Governance (ARCLG), AdDU remains at the forefront of implementation, actively engaged in Phase 1 activities in the Municipality of Malita, Davao Occidental, covering the pilot areas of Jose Abad Santos, Don Marcelino, and Malita.

The initiative brings together the Local Chief Executive, alongside key stakeholders and sectoral representatives from the academe, health, nutrition, education, and the community—reflecting a shared leadership between AdDU and DILG in driving collaborative, community-centered development.

The morning sessions feature situational analyses presented through infographics on child health, nutrition, and literacy by Dr. Janis Olavides of the Department of Health - Region XI. These are complemented by discussions on early learning and the contextualization of AMUMA 2.0.

In the afternoon, participants will engage in a Stakeholder Analysis Workshop and a Collaboration Readiness Assessment, where they will collectively design and refine the initiative—strengthening intersectoral coordination and sustaining shared ownership of the AMUMA Framework.

This initiative highlights the strong and strategic partnership between DILG XI - Davao Region, led by Assistant Regional Director Charissa T. Guerta, CESO V, and ARCLG in co-creating and implementing the expanded AMUMA Framework in local communities.

Representing ARCLG in this activity are Dr. Eminel Jane M. Alvior (Director), Ms. Ronyth Tabingo (Program Officer), and Justin T. Felicia (Lead Volunteer).

ADDU UCEAC

Sa paggunita ng Araw ng Kagitingan, inaalala natin ang tapang at sakripisyo ng mga bayaning Pilipino. Nawa’y magsilbi itong inspirasyon upang patuloy nating ipaglaban ang tama at ang bayan. 🇵🇭

Ngunit tandaan din natin: ang kabayanihan ay hindi lamang nasusukat sa pag-aalay ng buhay para sa bayan. Ito ay makikita rin sa pagiging mulat sa katotohanan, mapagmatyag sa nangyayari sa lipunan, aktibo sa pakikilahok, responsable sa ating mga kilos, at may pagmamahal at pagpapahalaga sa ating pagkakakilanlang Pilipino.

Earlier today, March 27, 2026, a successful Medical Mission was held at Macopa Gym, Barangay San Antonio, Caraga, Davao Oriental—bringing essential health services closer to the community.

As one of the partner institutions, the Ateneo Research Center for Local Governance (ARCLG) is honored to have supported this initiative alongside the Provincial Health Office (PHO), Municipal Health Office (MHO), the Barangay Officials of San Antonio (Brgy San Antonio), and the University Community Engagement and Advocacy Council (UCEAC) of Ateneo de Davao University.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to our donors, whose generosity and commitment to public service made it possible to reach and serve members of the community, helping ensure that access to basic healthcare remains a priority.

Our heartfelt thanks as well to all volunteers and health professionals who generously dedicated their time and expertise to make this activity a success.

LOOK | Environmental Governance Webinar: Building Stronger Systems for the Environment
📅 06 February 2026

As part of the Ateneo Resource Center for Local Governance’s (ARCLG) continuing efforts to provide accessible and inclusive capacity-building initiatives, the Environmental Governance Webinar brought together over 100 participants from various schools, organizations, agencies, institutions, and local government units (LGUs) across the Philippines, all eager to engage with and deepen their understanding of environmental governance.

To better anchor the discussion, the session began with a pre-assessment, allowing the speakers to thoughtfully thread the fundamentals and underscore the relevance of environmental governance in today’s policy and development landscape.

The webinar formally opened with Dr. Eminel Jane Alvior, Director of ARCLG, who welcomed the participants and set the tone for a meaningful and engaging discussion.

Dr. Rhea R. Mapanao, Associate Professor at Ateneo de Davao University, presented an overview of the Fundamentals of Environmental Governance. Drawing from her experience in teaching, research, and institutional development, her presentation integrated environmental management, organizational studies, and sustainability leadership within higher education.

The discussion was further enriched by Dr. Reynaldo C. Navacilla, Regional Director of the Department of Agriculture – National Meat Inspection Service, who shared valuable insights on the Role of Local Governance in Environmental Protection, with particular emphasis on Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES), sustainable development, and good governance.

This webinar also served as a prelude to the upcoming intensive Training on Environmental Governance scheduled for April 2026.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our speakers and to all participants for their active engagement and commitment to building stronger systems for the environment. 🌱