KALAHI-CIDSS continues to build community projects in Sarangani

MALAPATAN, Sarangani (July 3, 2009) – Government’s Kapit-bisig Labansa Kahirapan-Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services(KALAHI-CIDSS) continues its program of building collaborativeprojects for the community.

KALAHI-CIDSS representatives and local officials led the turn-overceremony of a P2-million development center at Lun Padidu NationalHigh School Friday, July 3.

With the local government’s effective implementation of theKALAHI-CIDSS’ Phase 1 three-cycle project in partnership with the community, Malapatan qualifies for its Phase 2 project implementation.

“The development center at the school grounds is intended not only for students but for the community for various purposes,” said barangay councilor Jean Delos Santos.

The development center is a covered court that can be used for sports and community gatherings.

KALAHI-CIDSS provided the initial fund of P500,000 for the first span of roofing for the project.

Gemma Rivera, Department of Social Welfare and Development assistant regional director, thanked community leaders for the success of the project and urged the community to use the development center wisely.

The World Vision International committed an additional P500,000 for the project and the remaining expenses will be shared by the provincial government.

“The role of the government is to give hope and inspiration for you so that you can fulfill your dreams,” Governor Migs Dominguez told students.

Students and teachers applauded as they gathered in front of the stage to welcome Governor Dominguez with local officials and KALAHI-CIDSS representatives.

“I want to see you become doctors, nurses, engineers, teachers, when I am old,” the 32 year-old governor added.

Visiting the KALAHI-CIDSS projects in Sarangani in 2006, World Bank program manager for KALAHI-CIDSS Andrew Parker said “these are projects that involve the community right from the start, encourage transparency and thus prevent corruption.” (Russtum G.Pelima/SARANGANI INFORMATION OFFICE)