29/05/2026
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7ID DELIVERS FOOD AND LIVELIHOOD ASSISTANCE TO REMOTE COMMUNITIES IN GABALDON; ADVANCES PEACE THROUGH COMPASSION, SERVICE, AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT
GABALDON, Nueva Ecija โ Reinforcing its commitment to people-centered peace and development initiatives, the Philippine Armyโs 7th Infantry Division (7ID), under the leadership of MGen Joseph Norwin D. Pasamonte, brought food assistance and livelihood support to geographically isolated communities in Sitio Mabaldog and Sitio Caanawan, Barangay Calabasa, Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija, on 27 May 2026, through its flagship outreach initiative, โHandog Malasakit ng Pamilyang Kaugnay.โ
Conducted in partnership with the local government unit of Gabaldon and the 703rd Infantry Brigade led by BGen Eugenio Julio C. Osias IV, the outreach activity benefited more than 200 residents through the distribution of food packs and the provision of financial livelihood assistance to the Calabasa Farmers Association, headed by Mr. Michael Valdez. The initiative underscores the 7IDโs continuing efforts to bring government services closer to remote communities while strengthening local resilience, social cohesion, and inclusive development in conflict-affected areas.
Prior to the formal program, troops from the 48th Infantry Battalion under the leadership of LTC Kenny Rae C. Tizon conducted a safety briefing, facilitated team-building and entertainment activities, and presented an audio-visual presentation on the West Philippine Sea aimed at promoting patriotism, national awareness, and unity among community members.
The program formally opened with an invocation led by Hon. Rodil B. Valentin, IPMR, followed by welcome remarks from Hon. Isagani T. Sibayan, Barangay Captain of Calabasa. Representing the Mayor of Gabaldon, Municipal Administrator Ricardo A. Subido conveyed the local governmentโs appreciation for the Armyโs continuing outreach efforts and support to far-flung communities.
In his message, Maj. Gen. Pasamonte emphasized that genuine and lasting peace is achieved not only through security operations, but through compassion, trust-building, and responsive community engagement.
โPeace is not only secured through strength โ it is nurtured through compassion and service. By reaching remote communities, we strengthen trust, create opportunities, and reinforce our shared responsibility in nation-building,โ Maj. Gen. Pasamonte said.
The activity reflects the 7IDโs steadfast support for the governmentโs whole-of-nation approach in addressing the root causes of insurgency through responsive governance, sustained community engagement, and inclusive socio-economic development initiatives aimed at empowering communities and preserving lasting peace in the countryside.