On August 22, 2025, the Local Government Unit of Antequera, headed by Mayor Jose Mario Pahang (seated, in front of the audience) successfully conducted the joint meeting of the GAD Focal Point System Executive Committee (GFPS ExeCom), Municipal Council for the Protection of Children (MCPC), Municipal Committee Against Trafficking and Violence Against Women and their Children (MCAT-VAWC), and the Municipal Convergence Committee (MCC). This joint undertaking aimed to strengthen coordination, harmonize programs, and address priority concerns on gender and development, child protection, anti-trafficking and VAWC initiatives, and convergence efforts for the vulnerable sectors. Also highlighted during the meeting were important updates from the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) and KALAHI-CIDSS, ensuring that our social protection and community-driven development programs remain responsive to the needs of our families. Through collective efforts, we continue to build a safer, more inclusive, and empowered community for all. Contributed photo