Final Call for Submissions!

The Development Academy of the Philippines, as the focal organization of the APO Center of Excellence on Public-Sector Productivity, invites all photography enthusiasts to join the Productivity Snaps Photo Contest with the theme, “Envisioning a Citizen-Centric Public Service.”  We’ll be accepting entries until tomorrow, February 21, 11:59 PM. Submit your best shot now through this link:  bit.ly/productivitysnaps  For continue reading : Final Call for Submissions!

DAP launches 16th LGEMC batch, welcomes scholars in opening ceremony

February 18, 2025—The Development Academy of the Philippines, through the Center for Governance-Local Governance and Development Office (CFG-LGDO), proudly welcomes the 16th batch of Local Government Executives and Managers Class (LGEMC) in a ceremony held at the DAP Conference Center (DAPCC) in Tagaytay City. This year’s batch, aptly named Sanliyab—which means “blaze” or “flare”—comprises 33 continue reading : DAP launches 16th LGEMC batch, welcomes scholars in opening ceremony

DAP-PMDP OPENS DOORS TO 39 PROMISING SCHOLARS IN MIDDLE MANAGERS CLASS BATCH 35

The 39 scholars of Middle Managers Class Batch 35 proudly stand with MMC Batch 34, DAP officials, and PMDP team as they embark on their leadership journey under the prestigious program. TAGAYTAY CITY – The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) officially welcomed 39 distinguished public service leaders as scholars of the Middle Managers Class continue reading : DAP-PMDP OPENS DOORS TO 39 PROMISING SCHOLARS IN MIDDLE MANAGERS CLASS BATCH 35

DAP releases the first Innovation Project Concept Compendium

Tagaytay City, Philippines – The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) released the first edition of the Innovation Project Concept Compendium during the Closing Activity of the Public Management Development Program’s Local Government Executives and Managers Class (LGEMC) on January 30, 2025, at the DAP Conference Center. The compendium features groundbreaking initiatives developed and implemented continue reading : DAP releases the first Innovation Project Concept Compendium

DAP, DepEd forge partnership to strengthen leadership and innovation in education

Pasig City, Philippines—In a landmark move to elevate educational leadership, governance, and future-readiness, the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) and the Department of Education (DepEd) have formalized a strategic partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed at the DepEd Central Office. DepEd Secretary Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara and DAP President and CEO Majah-Leah continue reading : DAP, DepEd forge partnership to strengthen leadership and innovation in education

DAP Explores Hong Kong’s Public Sector: Key Insights from the APO COE-PSP Factsheet

The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), as the focal organization of the APO Center of Excellence on Public-Sector Productivity (COE-PSP), continues its deep dive into governance and public-sector efficiency across APO member economies. This latest edition spotlights Hong Kong SAR, offering a closer look at its civil service operations and strategic public management. According continue reading : DAP Explores Hong Kong’s Public Sector: Key Insights from the APO COE-PSP Factsheet

Calling All Photography Enthusiasts!

The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), as the focal organization of the APO Center of Excellence on Public-Sector Productivity, proudly launches the Productivity Snaps Photo Contest—a photography competition showcasing innovation in public service! Do you have a compelling image that captures citizen-centered innovation, enhanced service delivery, or transformative policies? Now’s your chance to share continue reading : Calling All Photography Enthusiasts!

DAP Empowers DepEd Region III Leaders to Strengthen Public Service Value Chain

Tarlac City, Philippines—The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), as the focal organization for the Asian Productivity Organization’s (APO) Center of Excellence on Public-Sector Productivity (COE-PSP), conducted a five-day workshop titled “Strengthening the Public Service Value Chain” for the Department of Education (DepEd) – Region III leaders on January 20-24, 2025. The workshop aimed to continue reading : DAP Empowers DepEd Region III Leaders to Strengthen Public Service Value Chain

Enhancing Maritime Regulation: DAP Upskills MARINA through RIA Capability Program

Manila, Philippines – The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), through its Modernizing Government Regulations Program (MGRP), delivered a series of interventions under the Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) capability development program for the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) in 2024. These interventions aimed to enhance MARINA’s regulatory efficiency and effectiveness, starting with a Basic Course on continue reading : Enhancing Maritime Regulation: DAP Upskills MARINA through RIA Capability Program

Course on Managing Local Projects for the Youth Sector

The Development Academy of the Philippines – Center for Governance invites Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Officials and Local Youth Development Officers (LYDOs) to the Course on Managing Local Projects for the Youth Sector on March 11-13 2025 at the DAP Building, San Miguel Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City. This three-day course aims to build the capabilities of continue reading : Course on Managing Local Projects for the Youth Sector