THE City Government of Tagbilaran has been recognized for its strong performance in protecting women and children after being rated Highly Functional in the FY 2025 Local Council Against Trafficking–Violence Against Women and Children (LCAT-VAWC) Functionality Assessment.
The recognition was disclosed by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)–Bohol Province in a Facebook post dated February 5, 2026, citing Tagbilaran City as among the local government units that demonstrated effective and responsive mechanisms against trafficking in persons and violence against women and children.
According to DILG-Bohol, the Province of Bohol recorded an overall strong performance in the FY 2025 assessment along with other LGUs in Bohol.
The assessment evaluated LGUs based on key indicators, including organization, regularity of meetings, policies, plans and budget allocation, and accomplishments, which collectively measure the capacity of local councils to prevent, respond to, and address cases of trafficking in persons and violence against women and children.
Mayor Jane Yap welcomed the recognition, describing it as a testament to the city’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding vulnerable sectors.
“This recognition affirms our dedication to protecting women and children through responsive programs, strong inter-agency coordination, and community-based interventions.
We will continue to strengthen our policies and services to ensure a safe and supportive environment for every Tagbilaranon,” Mayor Yap said.
The recognition underscores Tagbilaran City’s continued commitment to safeguarding the rights, welfare, and protection of women and children, as well as its alignment with national policies aimed at promoting gender-responsive and rights-based local governance.
