Cauayan:Six livelihood associations in Cauayan, Negros Occidental have received PHP1.8 million in seed capital from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) through the Payapa at Masaganang Pamayanan (PAMANA) program. This initiative, led by the local government unit, aims to support vulnerable communities in the region.
According to Philippines News Agency, each of the associations, including the Talimagao La-a Small Farmers PAMANA Livelihood Project Association (PLPA), Mangga Guiljungan Fisherfolks PLPA, Caliling Pasalan Fisherfolks PLPA, Barangay Tomina Farmers PLPA, Barangay Tambad Farmers PLPA, and Barangay Sura ERPAT PLPA, received PHP300,000. Mayor John Rey Tabujara expressed hope that the assistance would strengthen their livelihood projects and create more opportunities for the residents of Cauayan.
A municipal government report highlighted the significance of inter-agency collaboration and community empowerment in building sustainable livelihoods, improving household income, and fostering lasting peace in vulnerable communities. Cauayan remains committed to supporting livelihood development and creating opportunities for a more progressive and resilient community.
In a related context, it was reported that in May this year, five communist rebels were killed during a clash between troops of the Philippine Army's 15th Infantry Battalion and remnants of the dismantled New People's Army South West Front in the hinterlands of Cauayan.
