More than 1,000 child development workers (CDWs) from the 31 cities and municipalities of Negros Occidental received salary subsidies totaling P5.355 million during the culmination of the Provincial Child Development Worker Week held in Bago City on July 7.
The salary subsidy forms part of the provincial government’s continuing initiatives to improve the welfare of CDWs alongside various programs that recognize their vital role in early childhood care and education while supporting their professional and personal development.
The celebration, themed “Child Development Workers: Pag-asa, Pagkalinga at Pag-unlad Tungo sa Bagong Henerasyon,” was spearheaded by the Federation of Child Development Workers of Negros Occidental led by president Gerald Montaño, in partnership with the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office headed by Chiqui Gonzales.
During the program, Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson acknowledged the invaluable contributions of CDWs in nurturing young children and supporting families across the province.
While emphasizing that parents bear the primary responsibility for raising their children, Lacson said the government also plays a crucial role in ensuring every child’s welfare and development, with CDWs serving as indispensable partners in achieving this shared responsibility.
“Your service is invaluable. You have become second parents to our children, helping shape their character and prepare them for the future,” the governor said.
The event also honored exemplary CDWs and federations through the Search for “Parangal sa Natatanging Child Development Worker” and the Search for Outstanding Federation of Child Development Workers.
Lacson said the awards recognize excellence in service and encourage other CDWs to continue making a positive impact on the lives of children and their communities. ||
