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Quezon City, 14 November 2023. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), participated in the 1st Annual Stakeholders Forum of the Strengthening Institutions and Empowering Localities Against Disasters and Climate Change in the Philippines (SHIELD) Programme organized by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Philippines, with a theme ''Local Resilience in Action: Forging Alliances, Empowering Communities."

The SHIELD Programme is a multi-agency and multi-stakeholder initiative implemented by UNDP Philippines with consortium partners from civil society, private sector, and UN-Habitat, funded by the Australian Government, in collaboration with the DOST through the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA), Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), and Office of Civil Defense (OCD), among other government agencies. The Programme aims to support the Philippine Government in building institutional and community resilience to climate change, natural and other types of hazards, particularly in eleven (11) of the country’s most vulnerable provinces to disasters and climate change impacts, namely: Albay, Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Cagayan, Cebu, Davao Oriental, Eastern Samar, Northern Samar, Pampanga, Pangasinan, and Quezon.

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Jacqueline R. Parairo, DOST-STII

Caption: Dr. Jesrelljane A. Amper of the Bohol Island State University presents her study on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on small-scale fisherfolk in Danahon Bank on November 23, 2023 during the National Science and Technology Week in Iloilo City. (Screengrab from DOST-PCAARD Facebook live)

The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD) and the Central Visayas Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development Consortium (CVAARRDEC) are exploring various prospects and livelihood opportunities for a sustainable blue economy in the Philippines.

As part of the 2023 National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (NSTW) in Iloilo City, experts and researchers shared various studies on Thursday that could unleash the potential of the blue economy in different areas of the country, especially in the countryside.

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By Allan Mauro V. Marfal, DOST-STII

On November 22, 2023, history was made as the country's largest annual Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (NSTW) celebration opened at the Iloilo Convention Center in Iloilo City.

Spearheaded by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), this marks the first time the NSTW has been held outside Metro Manila.

"Bringing the NSTW to Iloilo City this year indicates how the DOST values and prioritizes a whole-of-society approach by aligning our products and services to foster inclusive development, create more livelihood and career opportunities for Filipinos, especially in rural areas, and, most importantly, promote the blue economy," Sec. Solidum said.

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The National Museum of Western Visayas will feature the Hinabul: Natural Fiber and Textile Exhibits, including the Regional Yarn Production  and Innovation of the DOST-Philippine Textile Research Institute.

The National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (NSTW) will take center stage in Iloilo City from November 22-26, 2023. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) aims to bring several of the latest innovative products and services closer to local government units and industries, assisting their respective operations and product development.

In a broadcast statement, DOST VI Regional Director Rowen R. Gelonga shared that various scientific and technological (S&T) institutions, research and development (R&D) organizations, regional offices, and DOST's partners will showcase new innovations and technologies related to the blue economy, maritime transport, food processing, sustainable technologies, health, and education in Iloilo City and across Western Visayas.