Photo Releases

IN PHOTO | The beneficiaries of the food-for-work program implemented by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) receive essential food packs to help sustain their families while they work and contribute to community projects, during the distribution of aid held in Surigao City. This initiative not only alleviates hunger but also empowers individuals by providing them with the means to actively participate in local development efforts. By combining food assistance with work opportunities, the DSWD fosters resilience among vulnerable population, ensuring that they gain both nutritional support and a sense of dignity through their contributions. (SDR, PIA Surigao del Norte)

IN PHOTO | The provincial and city department heads and councils, representatives from the national line agencies, non government organizations, and civil society organizations attended the 2025 State of the Province Address (SOPA) of Surigao del Norte Governor Robert Lyndon S. Barbers on July 21, 2025, at the provincial gymnasium in Surigao City. Gov. Barbers reported the accomplishments of the provincial government over the past years, highlighting progress in infrastructure, health services, education, tourism, and disaster preparedness. He also presented upcoming initiatives under his Ten-Point Agenda anchored on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Under his leadership, the governor assured to attend to the needs and well-being of every Surigaonon as the priority of the provincial government of Surigao del.Norte. (SDR, PIA Surigao del.Norte)

IN PHOTOS | Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Caraga Renelle L. Escuadro served as resource speaker on information literacy and fact-checking to student journalists and coaches from seven campuses in the city of Butuan on June 25, 2025. The city government of Butuan, through the City Executive Management Department-Public Information Division spearheaded a two-day activity entitled, "Campus Communicators as Partners in Public Information: Capability for Student Journalists." “The government launched the Maging Mapanuri Campaign to address disinformation, as one of the most pressing issues of the country that creates confusion among Filipinos,” ARH Escuadro said, citing also the pivotal role of the youth sector, specifically the journalists in campuses, who have access to most information to support the campaign of the government. (RLE, PIA Caraga)  

IN PHOTOS | The live interview of Commodore Jay Tristan Tarriela, spokesperson of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on matters of the West Philippine Sea, aired on 91.5 Radyo Serbato Dinagat Islands with Benjie Bula, news anchor, held on July 7, 2025. Philippine Information Agency - Government Information Center Coordinator Renelle L. Escuadro facilitated and provided communication support to the activity, ensuring the advocacy on the West Philippine Sea reaches every Dinagatnon because #SaWestPhilippineSeaAngYamanNitoAyParaSaPilipino. (RLE, PIA Dinagat Islands)  

IN PHOTO | During the Photography and Videography Workshop held in Tandag City on July 14-16, 2025, John Charles Malazarte of the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Caraga engaged the tourism officers and staffs in a hands-on session on basic photography. He shared some important tips on mobile composition and travel photography, and emphasized insights on basic photography, focusing on mobile composition techniques and the practical guide for travel photography.  (NGPB, PIA Surigao del Sur)

IN PHOTO | With smartphones and passion in hand, tourism officers and staffs from across the province explored the power of visual storytelling in a hands-on workshop led by veteran photojournalist Erwin Mascarinas. Held in Tandag City, the session focused on enhancing digital skills in photography, videography, scriptwriting, and voice-over production, tools now essential in promoting local tourism in the digital age. Mascarinas, known for his compelling and human-centered photo essays, encouraged participants to go beyond visuals and tell stories that capture the spirit and uniqueness of their communities. “This is not just about shooting videos. It’s about telling stories that move people and bring them closer to our local culture, nature, and identity,” he said. The training is part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen the promotional capacity of tourism frontliners across Surigao del Sur, aligning with the national agenda of revitalizing the tourism industry through digital innov...