On July 23, 2024, IRO participated in the Sangguniang Bayan Meeting of the Kapangan Local Government Unit (LGU) to present a proposal for their International Extension Program. The IRO team, led by Director Rex John Bawang and Deputy Director Doreen I. Allasiw , met with Kapangan Mayor Manny E. Fermin to discuss the proposal’s details and potential impact on the local community.
The meeting was a significant step towards forging a collaborative partnership between IRO and the Kapangan LGU. Mayor Fermin expressed his support for the initiative by endorsing the proposal to the Sangguniang Bayan for further review and approval.
During the meeting, Deputy Director Allasiw delivered a presentation outlining the objectives, strategies, and expected outcomes of the International Extension Program. Her presentation highlighted the program’s focus on fostering cross-cultural exchange and enhancing educational opportunities. On the other hand, Director Bawang addressed various inquiries from the council members. He provided detailed explanations about the program’s framework, implementation timeline, and the specific benefits it would bring to the Kapangan community and emphasized the importance of collaboration and active participation from local stakeholders to ensure the program’s success.
The collaboration between IRO and the Kapangan LGU is an initiative to build strong partnerships with local governments in Benguet province.
