THE Philippine National Police (PNP) and Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) in Eastern Visayas have simultaneously launched the "Disiplina Muna" advocacy campaign in the region.
"Kailangan po nating magsama-sama. I believe that with the strength of your premium resource, your personnel will be able to promote the pillars of 'Disiplina Muna' in all communities in this region," said DILG Regional Director Karl Caesar Rimando as he acknowledged the partnership of the police in promoting the campaign.
While emphasizing the value of discipline within the police organization, the official also reminded the police officers to "exude discipline and grace within their ranks."
"With this campaign, I firmly believe that discipline is the key to success and a shared responsibility to attain a peaceful Eastern Visayas," added Brigadier General Bernabe Balba, director of Police Regional Office (PRO)-Eastern Visayas.
During the advocacy launching on July 13, 2020, at the PRO headquarters, Rimando and Regional Community Affairs and Development Division chief Lieutenant Colonel Geraldo Benjamin Avengonza led the signing of the "Pledge of Commitment" to show their support toward the success of the campaign.
PRO-8 Press Corps president and Leyte Samar Daily Express reporter Roel Amazona, along with other stakeholders, also expressed his commitment to the advocacy.
The "Disiplina Muna" advocacy campaign aims to promote the culture of discipline among Filipinos in its quest for better governance in partnership with the local government units, Rotary Clubs, Junior Chamber International Philippines of Commerce, faith-based organizations, academe, media, and other key partners in the private sector. (SunStar Philippines)