The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), through its Productivity and Development Center (PDC), was still business as usual amidst the communication and logistical challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.   It started the project on the “Expansion of the ISO 9001:2015-Certified Quality Management System of the Parole and Probation Administration,” utilizing various online platforms.  continue reading : PRESS RELEASE: DAP delivers online Technical Assistance for the PPA QMS Expansion Project

In the passing of Former Senator Heherson “Sonny” T. Alvarez, our country has lost another passionate statesman. Sonny Alvarez served the country as Secretary of the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) prior to seeking an elective position in government. He served as a lawmaker both for the Lower and the Upper Houses of Congress. He continue reading : In Memoriam: Former Senator Heherson “Sonny” T. Alvarez

Based on the announcement by the IATF, the following areas are placed under Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ) until May 31, 2020: Metro Manila Laguna Cebu City Areas under General Community Quarantine (GCQ) until May 31, 2020: Region II Central Luzon Calabarzon (except Laguna) CAR Central Visayas (except Cebu City) Zamboanga Peninsula Region Davao Region continue reading : IATF Quarantine Guidelines until May 31, 2020

We deeply mourn the passing of Carmencita T. Abella, former President of the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), on 23 March 2020 due to cardiac arrest. An exceptionally intelligent woman, Carn was among DAP’s pioneers. She first joined the Training Department of the Academy and took on a central role in designing the prestigious continue reading : In Memoriam: Carmecita T. Abella

On this day, we honor all Filipino workers who tirelessly labor and toil for their families, their communities, and the nation. In a very special way, we give honor to our brave front line workers in the health, services, and security sector who show up every day to help heal our nation and to keep continue reading : Labor Day 2020: In Honor of Filipino Frontliners

The past days have been exceptionally difficult for us not only because we had to face the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, but also because we had to deal with the untimely loss of an esteemed alumnus, faculty, and member of the DAP Academic Council – Dr. Rolando “Rolly” L. Metin. Dr. Metin was continue reading : In Memoriam: Dr. Ricardo L. Metin

As one DAP family, we express our deepest condolences to those Former Secretary Fulgencio “Jun” Factoran Jr. left behind. Secretary Jun Factoran served as a member of the DAP Board of Trustees for five years and we will always remember him as a staunch advocate for reform and an honorable public servant. He saw nobility continue reading : In Memoriam: Former Secretary Fulgencio “Jun” Factoran Jr.