Posted February 2, 2012

DOE enjoins Eastern Visayas students, engineers to the e-trike design contest

TACLOBAN CITY – The Department of Energy in collaboration with the Philippine Information Agency, calls on students, engineers, inventors in Eastern Visayas to participate in the nationwide electronic tricycle (e-Trike) design contest which is currently ongoing.

The design contest is anchored on the theme “Bright Now! Do Right. Be Right. Go e-Trike!,” that aims to showcase modern tricycle innovations, for a more environmental friendly transport in the country.

The contest is open to all Filipinos aged 18 years old and above, whether individual or group residing in the Philippines.

The participants should feature a design that can accommodate a maximum of six passengers excluding the driver. It must also be a three-wheeled electric vehicle.

Contestant(s) must generate 2D and 3D computer-aided drawings using AutoCAD software of the best aesthetic and functional design for the future Philippine E-trike look.

Forms can be downloaded at the DOE and Philippine Information Agency (PIA) websites.

Selection of winners will be based on aesthetics/creativity (50%), originality/innovation (20%), safety and functionality (20%) and ergonomics or ease of passenger entry, space requirements, and total passenger comfort (10%).

Final judging of shortlisted entries will be on February 24.

Ten winners will be chosen. The top three winners will receive P200,000 each while seven participants will receive a consolation price of P50,000 each.

Deadline for the submission of entry that includes a CD and hardcopy (A3 size) enclosed in a sealed envelope will be on Feb. 17, 2012.

Eligible participants may submit personally or send by courier the design entry accompanied by completely-filled Official Registration Form and duly notarized Oath of Ownership of the submitted design to Nationwide E-Trike Design Contest at Energy Utilization Management Bureau of DOE, Merritt Road, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City 1631. (PIA 8)

Posted January 28, 2012

Application to the 9th National Youth Parliament is on

“We need your voice! Join us usher in change," said NYC Commissioner Gio Tingson Thursday, marking the opening of the applications to the 9th Parliament of Youth Leaders.

With the theme, “Revolutionizing Youth Development,” the parliament aims to formulate policy recommendations to address youth issues in the country. These recommendations are then lobbied to government leaders to be considered as proposed bills and administrative policies. It is important to note that during the event, participants also get to share ideas and gain valuable insights and networks to aid them in their youth development efforts.

Commissioner Tingson, who heads this year’s NYP National Organizing Committee, said that this gathering is the perfect platform for all Filipino youth to get proactive, “Ito na ang pagkakataon n’yo na makibahagi sa isa sa pinaka-importanteng proyektong pangkabataan ng pamahalaan kung saan ang boses ng natin ay maririnig sa paggawa ng mga policy recommendations para maging batas o polisiya. If you want change in the government – in our society – this is a great place to start. Ang Kabataang Filipino mula sa lahat ng rehiyon at sektor ay inaanyayahan ng NYC na sumali at makilahok.”

The Commission is also revamping the conduct of the parliament, making it more inclusive and youth-friendly. “We’ll do away with cosmetics like formal clothing and focus on the substance. You can show up in your jeans and rock star shirt, as long as active participation and involvement is there,” said Commissioner Gio.

Started in 1996, the NYP is slated to be held on the 1st week of May 2012. An estimate of two hundred (200) youth leaders representing different sectors and regions are expected to participate in this event.

Download the application forms at the NYC website (www.nyc.gov.ph) or get it from your nearest NYC area office. Following are the qualifications of NYP 9 applicants: Filipino citizen; aged 15 - 30 years old as of February 29, 2012; residing at the place of representation for at least six (6) months at the time of submission; must be a member of an organization; of good moral character; can contribute to the objectives of the 9th National Youth Parliament.

Deadline of sending of application is February 29, 2012. The NYC reminds that previous NYP delegates are no longer qualified to participate. Other details and requirements are posted on the NYP 9 application form, the NYC website and the NYC Facebook account. For more information, please e-mail nyp9@nyc.gov.ph or call (02) 416-2833, 416-3415, 413-5503 or 416-3570.

You may also contact our NYC Visayas Area Office at 032-268-9531 or at email nycvisayas@gmail.com.

Application Form is available at our website at www.nyc.gov.ph.

Posted January 26, 2012

Rizal Awards nominations open, NHCP announces

Nominations for the Rizal Awards are now open, Dr. Ma. Serena Diokno, chairman of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines has announced.

The deadline for submission for the Rizal Awards nominations is on April 15, 2012. Nominations should be submitted to the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, T.M. Kalaw Street, Ermita, Manila or sent via e-mail (rizalawards@nhcp.gov.ph).

The Rizal Awards will be given to individuals, Filipino or foreigner, and to societies, institutions, or other organizations that have an unassailable track record of stimulating and encouraging works toward the Rizalian concept of love of country; posthumous nominations are also accepted; of meritorious achievement, individual or institutional, in a profession with a strong orientation toward service to the community and/or country at large in light of Rizal’s teaching and way of life; or promoting and encouraging civic competence and integrity.

Nominations will be awarded in two categories: three recipients for the Individual category and one for the Institutional category. Nominations should be in English or Filipino and must include:

1. Name of person or organization nominated

2. Title and address of person or organization nominated

3. A Proposed Citation for person or organization nominated (50-word limit)

4. Accomplishment of person or organization nominated (500-word limit) including:

- When were accomplishments made?

- Why, specifically, do you believe the nominee merits the Rizal Award?

5. At least 4 reference letters which will be considered confidential.

- Names and addresses of references should be suggested by the nominator.

6. Nominator information

- Name, mailing address, phone number, fax number and e-mail address.

Anonymous nominations will not be considered. There also should be sufficient documentation to support further investigation. The attachments should not exceed 25 pages.

Nominations which will not be considered are: elected and appointed officials of the government; heads and members of the Board of Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations and Government Financial Institutions; members of the Rizal@150 Executive Committee and descendants of the Rizal family; and officials and employees of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines.

Posted January 4, 2012

Palanit Bridge in Northern Samar closes to heavy vehicles from Jan 5 to February 5

TACLOBAN CITY – The Palanit Bridge in San Isidro, Northern Samar will be temporarily closed to all types of heavy vehicles effective January 5 until February 5, 2012.

OIC District Engineer Sandy T. Pua of the Northern Samar 1st Engineering District of the Department of Public Works and Highways informed the said bridge is in need of immediate repair due to damaged deck slab.

Palanit Bridge is one of the old bridges in the first district of Northern Samar that need repair of replacement.

“These bridges are more than 40 years old,” DE Pua said. Such bridges have lifespan of only 25 years, he added.

DE Pua said that all heavy vehicles are advised to take the Catarman-Calbayog route via Lope de Vega.

He also called on the commuting public to bear with the temporary inconvenience which he said will result to a safer and more comfortable travel after one month.  (PIA 8)

Posted January 1, 2012

DepEd sets early registration day on January 29

TACLOBAN CITY – The Department of Education is set to conduct an Early Registration Day in public schools this coming January 29 for first-time Kindergarten, Grade 1, and First Year enrollees.

Dr. Ronilo Al Firmo, Tacloban City Division Superintendent, informed that this initiative is also hoped to help achieve DepEd’s Millennium Development Goal (MDG) in education.

With the theme Makapag-aral ay Karapatan Mo, Magpalista Ngayong Enero, the early registration aims to ensure the enrollment of 5- and 6-year-olds in Kindergarten and Grade 1, respectively.

It will also guarantee the registration of soon-to-be elementary graduates in the high school of their choosing.

Furthermore, this nationwide activity will help DepEd, local government units (LGUs), parents, teachers, school administrators, and other education stakeholders to be better prepared for the upcoming opening of classes in June.

Lastly, this also serves as an education intervention to avoid or lessen students from discontinuing their schooling.

From January 10 to January 20, the first stage of this advocacy campaign called Child and Youth Find Activities is to be implemented.

School representatives with the help of barangay officials have already started conducting home visits to prospective enrollees. Street visits are also being done to profile of-age street children who should be enrolled in kindergarten, elementary or high school this June.

School officials will designate at least 3 Registration Centers within the school grounds to facilitate early enrollment on January 29.  (PIA 8)

Posted August 10, 2011

PDEA Text Hotlines

PALO, Leyte  –  The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency under the leadership of the Director General Undersecretary Jose C. Gutierrez, Jr. is batting for the operationalization of the PDEA – SMART text Hotlines which was launched during the 9th PDEA Anniversary.

Subscribers may send their comments, suggestions, queries and reports concerning suspected illegal drug activities in their community by texting the following:

1. For Smart and Talk and Text Subscribers:
PDEA <space> FEEDBACK <space> <NAME OF SENDER> / <AGE> / <BARANGAY> / <CITY OR MUNICIPALITY> / < REGION> / <DRUG RELATED INFORMATION> and send to 700PDEA (7007332)

2. For Globe, TM, SunCellular and Red Mobile Subscribers:
PDEA <space> FEEDBACK <space> <NAME OF SENDER> / <AGE> / <BARANGAY> / <CITY OR MUNICIPALITY> / < REGION> / <DRUG RELATED INFORMATION> and send to 0999-888PDEA (0999-8887332)

The text hotlines are managed by the POS-NOC based at the PDEA National Headquarters at NIA Northside Road, National Government Center, Barangay Pinyahan, Quezon City.