Quezon City, Philippines – On May 21, 2025, the province of Aurora was awarded as the Best Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) Committee for Region III in recognition of its exemplary commitment to reintegration and peacebuilding initiatives.
The award was presented during the 7th Anniversary of Task Force Balik-Loob held at the AFP Commissioned Officers Country, Tejeros Hall, Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo, Quezon City. Provincial Social Welfare and Development Officer Ms. Abigaiel Paulino, along with Ms. Eleanor Olivar and Ms. Catherine Ortiz, received the accolade on behalf of the provincial ECLIP committee.
The success of Aurora Province’s ECLIP implementation is attributed to the collaborative efforts of the Provincial Government, law enforcement agencies, national government agencies, and partner civil society organizations. This unified approach has not only facilitated the surrender of former insurgents but also provided them the opportunity to rebuild their lives and contribute to the nation's development.
E-CLIP is a program administered by the DILG and the Department of National Defense designed to aid the reintegration of former rebels and provide financial support and resources for those who have chosen to leave behind their past and start anew.
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