𝗟𝗧 𝗕𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗖𝗢-𝗢𝗣 𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗙𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗡𝗔𝗧’𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗔𝗕

The exemplary practices and innovations of the Local Government Unit of La Trinidad on cooperative development programs were highlighted during the National Conference for Governance, which took place from June 9 to 11, 2026, in Malay, Aklan.

Three LGUs-Co-op Gawad Parangal awardees were invited to share their insights, including La Trinidad, Dinagat Islands, and Pasig City.

LT Co-op Officer Orlando Pacya, during his presentation, narrated that the robust collaboration and support from officials, led by Mayor Roderick Awingan, along with the cooperative sector, the Cooperative Development Services Office, and the Cooperative Development Authority, have contributed to the ongoing success of the cooperative movement in the locality.

In return, the cooperatives in the valley, through their Cooperative Development Council, continue to support the initiatives of the Local Government Unit (LGU). Their efforts are particularly focused on solid waste management, public safety, environmental preservation, health and social services.

Further, Pacya featured LT's innovative approaches in integrating cooperative efforts with municipal programs, emphasizing community engagement and resource management.

Meanwhile, Dinagat Islands highlighted its focus on empowering local communities through targeted training and capacity-building initiatives. The City of Pasig presented its achievements in leveraging technology to enhance cooperative operations and outreach, ensuring efficient service delivery to its members.

The exchange of ideas and experiences among these top-performing LGUs served as a beacon of inspiration for other conference attendees, encouraging them to adopt and adapt best practices within their own communities.

Mr. Pacya was accompanied by the Chairperson of the Cooperatives Committee in the Sangguniang Bayan, Hon. Horacio Ramos Jr., along with Committee Member Hon. Belmer Elis. Also, Municipal Administrator Atty. Franco Bawang Jr. and staff members from the Sangguniang Bayan participated in the conference to support cooperative cause in the valley.

Hundreds of cooperative leaders, local government unit (LGU) officials, and key representatives from the Cooperative Development Authority attended the conference, all united in their commitment to reinforcing cooperativism across the nation.

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