• Celebrating Partnerships: JBLFMU Honors Community Collaboration

    On December 12, 2025, JBLFMU Community Extension Services (CES) marked another year of celebration and recognition, honoring its enduring partnerships with local communities. The event highlighted collaborative achievements across environmental conservation, education, livelihood, and social development initiatives.

    Through this celebration, JBLFMU CES reaffirmed its commitment to fostering strong community ties, acknowledging the contributions of partner barangays, local government units, organizations, and volunteers. The occasion served not only to celebrate successes but also to strengthen relationships, inspire continued collaboration, and set the stage for shared initiatives that promote sustainable development and community empowerment in the coming year.

  • Building Financial Resilience: JBLFMU CoMSCA Culmination 2025

    The JBLFMU CoMSCA (Fast Cash, HP, and TabLak Groups) Culminating Activity and Share-Out, held on December 6 and 14, 2025, highlighted the importance of savings, responsible spending, and financial literacy among participants. Through shared experiences, CoMSCA members showcased practical skills in budgeting, goal-setting, and making wise financial decisions.

    The 11-month project cycle demonstrated the value of cultivating healthy financial habits, empowering participants to apply these lessons toward long-term financial stability and sustainability. With its proven impact, another CoMSCA cycle is scheduled to open in January 2026, continuing JBLFMU CES’s commitment to fostering economically resilient and financially empowered communities.

  • From Protection to Progress: Assessing IBMS and Mangrove Nursery Status

    On February 9, 2026,  JBLFMU successfully conducted the Monitoring and Assessment of the Igang Bay Marine Sanctuary (IBMS) and Mangrove Nursery Project to ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of its environmental initiatives.

    The activity was led by JBLFMU Shared Services, in collaboration with the CES Offices of JBLFMU Molo and Arevalo, with support from IDC Social Work student interns. As part of the assessment, Key Informant Interviews (KII) were conducted with project management and law enforcement representatives to gather insights on project implementation, governance, and enforcement.
    This activity is important to the Community Extension Services (CES) Office and the Municipality of Nueva Valencia as it strengthens environmental stewardship, promotes accountability, supports evidence-based planning, and enhances collaboration among stakeholders.
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