Good news! The nomination deadline for the International Conference on Digital Transformation and Regulatory Technology (RegTech) for Improving Public-Sector Productivity has been extended until 15 September 2025, 5:00 PM! When: 01–02 October 2025 Where: Manila, Philippines Don’t miss this chance to be part of a global conversation on how digital transformation and RegTech can drive continue reading : Nomination deadline extended for International Conference on Digital Transformation and Regulatory Technology (RegTech) for Improving Public-Sector Productivity
DAP, APO champion citizen-centered digital governance through learning session on AI Adoption
The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), as the focal organization for the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) Center of Excellence on Public-Sector Productivity, in collaboration with the APO Secretariat, conducted a two-day hybrid learning session titled “Citizen-Centered AI Adoption in the Public Sector: From Strategy to System Blueprints for Smarter Public Services” on May 14-15, 2025. The continue reading : DAP, APO champion citizen-centered digital governance through learning session on AI Adoption
Last call for entries to the 2025 Productivity Challenge: Paper-less
Only 3 days left! Submit your entry to the 2025 Productivity Challenge: Paper-less – 1 Million Sheets of Paper Saved! This is your last chance to highlight your organization’s paper-saving innovations and be part of building a more efficient, sustainable, and future-ready public sector. BE RECOGNIZED! Get a chance to win certificates, plaques, and gift continue reading : Last call for entries to the 2025 Productivity Challenge: Paper-less
Call for nominations for the 15th batch of the Senior Executives Class
Lead with vision. Shape national policy. The DAP–Public Management Development Program (PMDP) now invites nominations for the 15th batch of the Senior Executives Class (SEC), starting February 9, 2026. The SEC is for incumbent directors and senior officials ready to elevate their leadership impact. In 55 intensive days of in-person sessions spread over ten months, continue reading : Call for nominations for the 15th batch of the Senior Executives Class
DAP wraps up 2025 Productivity Insights series featuring Thailand, Vietnam, and India
The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), as the focal organization of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) Center of Excellence on Public Sector Productivity, successfully concluded the 2025 Productivity Insights: Translating Ideas to Practice webinar series. The three-part virtual event showcased public-sector productivity innovations from Thailand, Vietnam, and India. Drawing over 400 participants from national continue reading : DAP wraps up 2025 Productivity Insights series featuring Thailand, Vietnam, and India
The Department of the Interior and Local Government Region III has taken on the Paper-less Challenge
Do you have existing paper-less initiatives in your office? Join the Productivity Challenge: 2025 Paper-less – 1 Million Sheets of Paper Saved and showcase your commitment to sustainability and innovation! Be part of the movement toward a more efficient and eco-friendly public sector—and GET RECOGNIZED with certificates, plaques, and gift cards worth up to continue reading : The Department of the Interior and Local Government Region III has taken on the Paper-less Challenge
DAP holds policy research training for legislative staff through 2025 CBILLS program
The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), through the 2025 Capability Building on Innovative Leadership for Legislative Staff (CBILLS) Program, held a course on Turning Data to Insights: Understanding Research Tools and Techniques for Policy Development (RTTPD) from May 19 to May 23, 2025 at the First Pacific Leadership Academy in Antipolo City. Scholars from continue reading : DAP holds policy research training for legislative staff through 2025 CBILLS program
Empowering LGUs: DAP Rolls Out AI Training with Fulbright Support
Pasig City, Philippines, July 23, 2025—The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), through its Center for Governance–Local Governance and Development Office (CFG-LGDO), and Fulbright Commission, launched the first batch of the Course on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Local Government Units (LGUs). Some 36 participants from 22 LGUs have joined the course, reflecting the DAP’s continuous commitment continue reading : Empowering LGUs: DAP Rolls Out AI Training with Fulbright Support
DAP: Empowering Public-Sector Organizations with Innovative Tools for Enhanced Productivity
As the focal organization of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) Center of Excellence on Public-Sector Productivity, the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) empowers public-sector organizations with productivity tools, principles, and proven techniques to boost efficiency and elevate service delivery. One such tool is the Solution Prioritization Matrix, rooted in Total Quality Management (TQM). This continue reading : DAP: Empowering Public-Sector Organizations with Innovative Tools for Enhanced Productivity
Invitation to the Innovation Masterclass
The Development Academy of the Philippines, through its Productivity and Development Center, invites you to the Innovation Masterclass—a foundational course designed to build your innovation mindset, competencies, and strategies to drive meaningful transformation in your organization. Reserve your slot now: https://bit.ly/DAP_InnoLab2025 See posters for details!