Quezon City, 10 December 2018 - The United Nations Trust Fund in Support of Actions to Eliminate Violence Against Women ('UN Trust Fund') is calling for project proposals under its 22nd grant cycle. The call looks into organizations to fund which can implement projects under the three programmatic areas of its 2015-2020 Strategy:
Quezon City, 30 August 2018 - The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) are inviting interested cities to become a pilot city for the project "Integrating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into local action in support of the implementation of the 2030 Agenda in Asia and the Pacific."
Quezon City, 14 August 2018 - We are pleased to forward the invitation of the United Cities and Local Governments Asia-Pacific for their 7th Congress on Innovation-driven Development for Sustainable Cities slated on 12-15 September 2018 in Surabaya, Indonesia.
Quezon City, 10 August 2018 - We are pleased to forward a copy of the Status Update on City Public Open Spaces Project sent by the Department of Budget Management
Quezon City, 10 August 2018 - Due to our concerted efforts and with the help of Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, we were able to block the passage of Senate Bill 1842 that was calendared for third reading on 6 August 2018.
Quezon City, 3 August 2018 - This refers to scheduled 3rd and final reading of Senate Bill 1842 authored by Senator Lacson which seeks to exempt municipalities and cluster of barangays with 250 Million locally-generated income from the population or land area requirements of conversion by amending Section 450 of the Local Government Code of 1991.
Quezon City, 6 July 2018 - On 23 July 2016, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte issued Executive Order No. 2 s. 2016 which operationalized the people's right to information through access to government documents within the Executive Branch.
Quezon City, 5 June 2018 - The League cordially invites its city mayors to take part in its 30th anniversary celebration at the 66th LCP General Assembly on July 27, 2018, Friday, in Metro Manila.
Quezon City, 4 June 2018 - We are pleased to inform you that the Department of Foreign Affairs thru the Department of the Interior and Local Government is inviting Philippine cities to attend the Forum for East Asia-Latin America Cooperation (FEALAC), entitled "II Cultural, Tourism and Sustainable Development Meeting of the Network of Cultural Cities of FEALAC Member Countries" on 21-22 August 2018 in the City of San Salvador de Jujuy, Argentina.
Quezon City, 26 April 2018 - The Australia Awards are the international development scholarship program of the Australian Government that aim to develop leadership and build partnerships and enduring linkages between Australia and its partner developing countries including the Philippines
PASUNDAYAG: Central and Southern Luzon Regional Innovation Fair January 29, 2019 In 2018, a number of promising innovation DRRM approaches and models were developed by groups ans organization from academe, civil society, and private sector. To share their models and stories, we invite you to PASUNDAYAG: Central and Southern Luzon Regional Innovation Fair on February 12, 2018 at Skydome, SM North Edsa, Quezon City.
Philippine Records Management Association 2019 Activities January 29, 2019 Local Government is often considered the tier of government 'closest to the people' and is involved in many activities that affect the everyday lives of the community.
SCURP: ABC in URP January 29, 2019 We are pleased to inform you that the TESD will conduct its "16th Special Course on Urban and Regional Planning:A Basic Course in Urban and Regional Planning (SCURP: ABC in URP)" on 11-15 March 2019 at the Carino Hall, 3/F SURP Bldg., E. Jacinto St., UP Diliman, Quezon City 1101.
APO International Conference on Public Sector Productivity October 5, 2018 The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP), as the implementing arm of the Asian Productivity Organization's (APO) Center of Excellence on Public Sector Productivity, is pleased to host for the second year the APO International Conference on Public Sector Productivity on November 22 to 23, 2018 at the DAP Conference Center in Tagaytay City, Philippines.
WaterLinks Forum 2018 August 24, 2018 The 7th WaterLinks Forum will be held from 25-27 September 2018 at the Unilab Bayanihan Center, Metro Manila. The Forum’s theme is: "Solving Asia’s Urban Water Crisis: The WaterFood-Energy-Climate Change Nexus".
CIASP Risk Based Internal Auditing for Local Government Units August 24, 2018 This program will share with the internal auditors the principles, practices and techniques of conducting a risk-based internal audit as applied to local government units (LGUs).
6th Regional Competitiveness Summit August 17, 2018 The League of Cities of the Philippines would like to congratulate the following cities for winning in the 6th Regional Competitiveness Summit
Support to the Boy Scout of the Philippines May 3, 2018 The Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP), created under Commonwealth Act No. 111 as amended by Presidential Decree No. 460 and Republic Act No. 7278, is an organization that recognizes the vital role of the Filipino youth in nation-building.
Earth Hour 2018 Switch-Off Event March 9, 2018 Uniting millions around the world for climate action, Earth Hour is a testament to our collective power to make real and significant change. It is most successful global campaign of World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Earth Hour 2017 was participated by 187 countries and inspired more than 18 million Filipinos to switch off their lights for the planet.
U.P. National Center for Transportation Studies (U.P. NCTS) 2018 Training January 12, 2018 The U.P. National Center for Transportation Studies (U.P. NCTS) is pleased to announce that applications to the 20th offering of the Center’s Traffic Administration Course are now being accepted.
Confucius Institute Day and Mid-Autumn Festival celebration September 25, 2017 The Confucius Institute of the University of the Philippines Diliman invites you to take part in experiencing Chinese arts, culture, and heritage in the coming Confucius Institute Day and Mid-Autumn Festival celebration to be held in UP Diliman, UP Town Center, and Angeles City from 28 September to 5 October 2017.
U.P. NCTS' September 2017 "Emission Inventory for Smaller Cities" Training August 22, 2017 The U.P. National Center for Transportation Studies (U.P. NCTS), in cooperation with Clear Air Asia for Asian Cities, is pleased to announce that applications to the 2nd offering of the Emission Inventory for Smaller Cities are now being accepted.
BI Bares New Travel Rules for LGU Execs, Employees August 3, 2017 Officials and employees of the Local Government Units (LGU) planning to tour or vacation abroad no longer need to present an authority to travel from their department heads to Immigration Officers at the airports.
Commit to addressing mobility and health with City for Clean Air Certification July 21, 2017 With rapid urbanization, cities are encouraged to make informed development decisions that will lead to healthy air for their citizens. To date, outdoor air pollution is responsible for 1 in 8 of total global deaths, causing more than 3 million premature deaths worldwide every year.
Training Program on Project Development and Management (PDM) June 21, 2017 The Center for Policy and Executive Development (CPED) of the National College of Public Administration and Governance (NCPAG), University of the Philippines (UP) would like to invite you to our Training Program on Project Development and Management (PDM)on 26-30 June 2017.
UP National Center for Transportatiaon Studies Trainings June 21, 2017 The UP National Center for Transportation Studies (U.P. NCTS) has envisioned to become an internationally recognized center of excellence in the field of transportation studies.
UP NCTS Training Course on Road Safety Audit June 15, 2017 The U.P. National Center for Transportation Studies (UP NCTS) cordially invites you or your representative(s) to attend the 12th offering of the Center's Training Course on Road Safety Audit.
World Day to Combat Desertification June 5, 2017 The Bureau of Soils and Management (BSWM), the United Nations Convention to Combat Disertification (UNCCD) national focal agency, is please to invite you to join us in the celebration of the World Day to Combat Desertification and Land Degradation to be held on June 15, 2017 at the BSWM Convention Hall.
Global Peace Volunteers Camp (Teen Edition) May 9, 2017 GPV CAMP aims to create a learning environment for upcoming and current university students and youth leaders to develop and practice their skills to explore, discuss, and engage for leadership and personal growth.
ASEAN Creative Cities Forum and Exhibition April 12, 2017 This event will feature initiatives of 10 ASEAN countries in making culture and creativity a driving force for sustainable development and urban regeneration
Australia Awards Scholarship April 11, 2017 Do you want to be a leader in your field and make a difference in the Philippines? Apply now for your opportunity to gain a world class education and become an emerging leader for development with strong links to Australia.
Call for Applications: YSEALI Professional Fellows Program February 28, 2017 The League of Cities of the Philippines (LCP) and International County/City Management Association (ICMA), with the US State Department are opening applications for two Professional Fellows Programs (PFPs) under the Young Southeast Asian Leaders' Initiative (YSEALI)
Conference on Sustainable Land Governance February 7, 2017 The Conference on Sustainable Land Governance will promote the sharing of good practices and new sustainable approaches to urban land administration and reform.
64th LCP General Assembly Presentations November 18, 2016 64th General Assembly presentations are now available for download at Knowledge Resources of the LCP official website.
60th National Executive Board Meeting Presentations November 17, 2016 60th National Executive Board meeting presentations are now available for download at Knowledge Resources of the LCP official website.
LCP-ICMA-US State Department call for applications for YSEALI Professional Fellows Program October 21, 2016 The League of Cities of the Philippines and International County/City Management Association (ICMA), with the US States Department are calling applications for the Legislative Process and Governance Professional Fellows Program (PFP) for professionals from the Philippines under the Young Southeast Asian Leaders' Initiative.
UN Habitat III Opening Session October 18, 2016 Vice-President Leni Robredo, LCP President Angeles City Mayor Edgardo Pamintuan, and Catbalogan City Mayor Stephany Uy-Tan at the UN Habitat III official opening session.
3rd International River Summit October 13, 2016 The Cagayan de Oro River Basin Management Council, City Government of Cagayan de Oro with the League of Cities of the Philippines (LCP) and DENR-River Basin Control Office (DENR-RBCO) will host the Third International River Summit on November 24-26, 2016 at the Limketkai Luxe Hotel, Cagayan de Oro City. This year's theme is "HEALTHY WATERSHED - CLEAN RIVERS - SAFER COMMUNITIES".
LCP Chairwoman and LCP Secretary General with DoH Secretary September 14, 2016 LCP Chairwoman Mayor Ma. Laarni L. Cayetano and LCP Secretary General Mayor Francis Anthony S. Garcia with Department of Heath (DoH) Secretary Dr. Paulyn Jean B. Rosell-Ubial.
LCP President and LCP Chairwoman meeting with DBM Secretary September 13, 2016 LCP President Mayor Edgardo D. Pamintuan and LCP Chairwoman Mayor Ma. Laarni L. Cayetano with Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Benjamin E. Diokno at DBM office for a dialogue.
58th National Executive Board Meeting June 8, 2016 On June 17, 2016, we will be holding our 58th National Executive Board Meeting at Oudh A & B, 9th Floor, Marco Polo Ortigas, Meralco Avenue and Sapphire Road, San Antonio, Pasig City.
Conduct of CY2016, 1st quarter nationwide simultaneous earthquake drill (NSED) April 6, 2016 The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council encourages its member-cities to join the conduct of the 1st Quarter CY 2016 Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill on April 21, 2016, 830am. There will be a ceremonial event at Haribon Area, Airforce City, Clark Airbase, Pampanga
LCP-ICMA YSEALI Environmental Sustainability Professional Fellows Program April 5, 2016 The League of Cities of the Philippines and International County/City Management Association (ICMA), with the US States Department are calling applications for the Environmental Sustainability Professional Fellows Program (PFP) for professionals from the Philippines under the Young Southeast Asian Leaders' Initiative.
LCP-ICMA-US State Department call for applications March 4, 2016 The League of Cities of the Philippines and International County/City Management Association (ICMA), with the US States Department are calling applications for the Legislative Process and Governance Professional Fellows Program (PFP) for professionals from the Philippines under the Young Southeast Asian Leaders' Initiative.
LCP-ICMA-US State Department call for applications October 8, 2015 The LCP and International County/ City Management Association (ICMA), with the US States Department are calling applications for the 2016 Professional Fellowship Exchange Program under the Young Southeast Asian Leaders' Initiative.
YSEALI Environmental Sustainability Professional Fellows Program June 2, 2015 The International City/County Management Association (ICMA), in partnership with the League of Cities of the Philippines, is offering a YSEALI Environmental Sustainability Professional Fellows Program (PFP)
YSEALI Legislative Process and Governance Professional Fellows Program (PFP) March 2, 2015 The International City/County Management Association (ICMA), in partnership with the League of Cities of Philippines (LCP), is offering a YSEALI Legislative Process and Governance Professional Fellows Program (PFP) for professionals from the Philippines.
UP NCTS Traffic Administration Course October 27, 2014 The U.P. National Center for Transportation Studies (U.P. NCTS) is pleased to announce that applications to the 10th offering of the Center's Traffic Administration Course are now being accepted.
LCP CCTB forum presentations downloadable here September 10, 2014 The LCP has been doing a nationwide forum series titled Synergizing Efforts to Combat Tuberculosis in Cities (CCTB) to help cities develop local policies and build public-private alliance to fight local TB.
DILG Memorandum Circular No. 2014-39 March 28, 2014 Department of the Interior and Local Government Memorandum Circular No.2014-39: 2014 Seal of Good Local Governance: Pagkilala sa Katapatan at Kahusayan ng Pamahalaang Lokal
Job Announcement October 27, 2013 The League of Cities of the Philippines through its Secretariat is currently seeking (1) Content Writer and (1) Graphic Artist in the development of infographic materials on Solid Waste Management for Local Government Units.
Job Announcements March 20, 2013 LCP is looking for Junior Program Officer and Finance, Property and Logistic Officer
Alberto C. Agra March 27, 2010 Alberto C. Agra is back in pubic service. Last November 7, 2016, he was appointed Chairman of the Board of the Philippine Reclamation Authority, the infrastructure development authority focused on reclamation. He was the former Acting Secretary of Justice, Acting Solicitor General and Government Corporate Counsel.
UN Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women 2018 Call for Proposals December 10, 2018 The United Nations Trust Fund in Support of Actions to Eliminate Violence Against Women ('UN Trust Fund') is calling for project proposals under its 22nd grant cycle. The call looks into organizations to fund which can implement projects under the three programmatic areas of its 2015-2020 Strategy:
EOI to become a Pilot City on localizing SDGs for Sustainable Urban Resource Management in Asia August 30, 2018 The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN ESCAP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) are inviting interested cities to become a pilot city for the project "Integrating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into local action in support of the implementation of the 2030 Agenda in Asia and the Pacific."
7th UCLG-ASPAC Congress on Innovation-driven Development for Sustainable Cities August 14, 2018 We are pleased to forward the invitation of the United Cities and Local Governments Asia-Pacific for their 7th Congress on Innovation-driven Development for Sustainable Cities slated on 12-15 September 2018 in Surabaya, Indonesia.
Updates on the City Public Spaces Project August 10, 2018 We are pleased to forward a copy of the Status Update on City Public Open Spaces Project sent by the Department of Budget Management
3rd Reading of Senate Bill 1842 Scheduled on 6 August 2018 August 3, 2018 This refers to scheduled 3rd and final reading of Senate Bill 1842 authored by Senator Lacson which seeks to exempt municipalities and cluster of barangays with 250 Million locally-generated income from the population or land area requirements of conversion by amending Section 450 of the Local Government Code of 1991.
Forum for East Asia-Latin America Cooperation (FEALAC) on 21- 22 August 2018 in Argentina June 4, 2018 We are pleased to inform you that the Department of Foreign Affairs thru the Department of the Interior and Local Government is inviting Philippine cities to attend the Forum for East Asia-Latin America Cooperation (FEALAC), entitled "II Cultural, Tourism and Sustainable Development Meeting of the Network of Cultural Cities of FEALAC Member Countries" on 21-22 August 2018 in the City of San Salvador de Jujuy, Argentina.
2019 Australia Awards April 26, 2018 The Australia Awards are the international development scholarship program of the Australian Government that aim to develop leadership and build partnerships and enduring linkages between Australia and its partner developing countries including the Philippines
Updates on the Executive Session with DBM Secretary Benjamin Diokno on 1 March 2018 March 2, 2018 Yesterday, 01 March 2018, LCP had a fruitful dialogue with DBM Secretary Ben Diokno with regard to Local Budget Circular No. 116 which sets the guidelines on the utilization of the P2.5 billion pesos assistance to cities for the public spaces program.
2017 National Roll Out on the Formulation of the Local Climate Change Action Plan Training April 10, 2017 The League of Cities of the Philippines in partnership with the Local Climate Change Adaptation for Development (LCCAD) is pleased to invite you to participate at the 2017 National Roll Out on the Formulation of the Local Climate Change Action Plan Training-Workshop. This 3-day workshop is in consonance with President Rodrigo R. Duterte's priority programs to address global warming and impacts of climate change.
13th CBMS - Philippines National Conference February 14, 2017 The 13th Community Based Monitoring System (CBMS) - Philippine National Conference will be held on March 1-3, 2017 at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria
Survey on Capacity Assessment for Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Assessment (CCA/DRRM) November 3, 2016 The United Nations-Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) has requested the support of the League of Cities of the Philippines to assess the capacities of City Planning and Development Coordinators (CPDCs) or Technical person in charge with Climate Change Adaptation/Disaster Risk Assessment (CCA/DRRM).
Climate Change Commission Resolution No. 2016-001 August 9, 2016 This refers to the request of the Department of the Interior and Local Government to disseminate to our members a copy of Commission Resolution No. 2016-001 on the Development of a Clear Policy on Coal-Fired Power Plants in Pursuit of Low Carbon Development Pathway for the Philippines, signed by then President Benigno S. Aquino III.
2016 Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation (Guangzhou Award) May 13, 2016 The Department of Foreign Affairs and the Department of Interior and Local Government endorse the invitation from the Foreign Affairs of Guangzhou Municipal People's Government for cities and local government units to submit entries to the 2016 Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation (Guangzhou Award) and participate in the 3rd International Conference on Urban Innovation to be held in December 2016.
Dissemination of Memorandum Circular No.93 from the Office of the President April 15, 2016 A Memorandum Circular No. 93, was issued and signed by Executive Secretary Pacquito N. Ochoa, Jr. dated March 3, 2016 entitled "Directing All Government Agencies and Instrumentalities, including Government-Owned or Controlled Corporations, and Encouraging Local Government Units to Extend Support and Participation to the Kabisig Philippine Government Expo 2016"
Guidelines on the Registration of Agricultural and Fisheries Machinery and Equipment by the LGUs February 16, 2016 Pursuant to Sec. 19 of RA 10601 (AFMech Law), the Secretary of Agriculture shall promulgate national guidelines and procedures for the registration of agriculture and fisheries machinery by the LGUs, including the collection of registration fees in accordance with the Local Government Code.
Local Authorities Specialist Dispatch Project by Japan CLAIR February 15, 2016 The Japan Council of Local Authorities for International Relations (CLAIR) will be conducting the Local Authorities Specialist Dispatch Project for fiscal year 2016.
Training programs on traffic administration and management February 10, 2016 This refers to the letter from the National Center of Transportation Studies (NCTS) Training Coordinator, Engr. ShielaFlor D. Javier inviting participants to join their training programs.
LCP-ICMA-US State Department call for applications October 13, 2015 Encourage your constituencies/ local employees to apply in the next round of Legislative and Governance and Environmental Sustainability fellowship for Spring 2016.
Solidarity with the Global Urban October celebration from October 5 to October 31 October 2, 2015 The United Nations (UN) Habitat, the UN agency for human settlements and urbanization, is encouraging local governments around the world in the annual Urban October, a global platform where individuals, organizations, and governments can discuss ways to address the challenges of urbanization. For 2015, the Urban October starts on October 5 in time for the World Habitat Day and ends on October 31 in time for the World Cities Day.
Earth Hour 2015 Main Switch Off Event March 19, 2015 Among World Wide Fund for Nature's (WWF) most successful campaigns is Earth Hour, the largest voluntary movement for the planet. WWF started Earth Hour to engage a mass audience behind the issues facing our planet, and to make a statement that when united we can make a difference.
Forum on asean economic integration September 17, 2014 Enjoining the participation of cities in the forum on asean economic integration: the role of local governments
Free Modular Training for Cities September 30, 2013 Free modular trainings of the foundation for media alternatives (FMA) on electronic violence against women or eVaw
4th National Rare Disease Week February 15, 2013 Presidential Proclamation No. 1989 released on February 8, 2010, the last week of February is declared as the National Rare Disease Week
E-Learning Course on Sustainable Urban Mobility in Developing Countries December 3, 2012 The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), in partnership with the German Technical Cooperation (GIZ), will be conducting an e-learning course on Sustainable Urban Mobility in Developing Countries from December 3, 2012 to March 22, 2013.