In celebration of the Solo Parents Week, the Provincial Government of Davao de Oro led by Governor Dorothy "Dotdot" M. Gonzaga, through the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office conducted the 1st Solo Parents Congress on April 26, 2024 at the Megatent, Capitol Grounds, Nabunturan, Davao de Oro with the theme "๐บ๐๐๐ ๐ท๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐น๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
๐, ๐๐ ๐ฎ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐, ๐ป๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ท๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
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Over 600 solo parents participated during the activity that featured sessions from various agencies. The aim was to empower and equip them with essential knowledge and tools while addressing the needs and challenges that a solo parent may face.
This initiative has been long envisioned by the Governor along with PSWDO Department Head Ms. Josephine Frasco. Despite her hectic schedule, the Governor made a personal appearance at the event and conveyed her eagerness for this activity. She expressed her understanding that solo parents are among the sectors that require the utmost assistance from the government saying "Dugay na nako gusto makuha inyong numero ug identities mismo sa mga solo parent kay kabalo ko nga usa mo sa sektor sa atung komunidad nga kinahanglan gyud tabangan sa gobyerno".
Congressman Ruwel Peter Gonzaga of the Second District in his message emphasizes that regardless of one's political affiliations or personal beliefs, the government is committed to providing support and assistance to all members of the society. "๐ด๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐", he added.
The activity also highlighted the presentation of Ms. Chariena Joy Lacuin, RSW of City Social Welfare and Development Office- Panabo, who elaborated the Republic Act of 11861 otherwise known as the “Expanded Solo Parents Welfare Act”. She provided insights into the rights and benefits of the solo parents under the law, ensuring that the participants understand and well-informed about the support available for them.
During the afternoon session, the focus shifted towards entrepreneurial mindset development and financial literacy which was presented by the Department of Trade and Industry- Davao de Oro. Additionally discussing the basic loan availment and consumer education.
Furthermore ,Technical Education and Skills Development Authority representative Ms. Mary Ann Afuan presented the programs and activities of TESDA. This is to provide the participants a comprehensive information with regard to vocational training and skills development opportunities, enabling them to acquire new skills or enhance existing ones to pursue sustainable livelihoods.
Among the attendees were EA Nena Atamosa, Board Members Vivencia L. Secuya and Ruwina Gonzaga, IPMR Albert P. Camana, PG Department Heads and others.
The Solo Parent Congress 2024 was a remarkable event that brought hope and empowerment to solo parents. The government's visionary leadership and the tireless efforts of all participants made it possible. This event serves as a reminder that no one walks alone on the journey of parenthood, in unity, there is Greatness as long as the ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐! 
(Photos by R. Naval)
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Provincial Administrator’s Office – Information and Public Relations Division
4th Floor, Executive Building, Provincial Capitol Complex, Cabidianan, Nabunturan, Davao de Oro
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