The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Marinduque Provincial Statistical Office (PSO) celebrated Valentine's Day with an act of kindness through a gift-giving activity. The aim of this event was to honor and recognize the love and sacrifices of exemplary solo parents, with Barangay Amoingon, Boac, Marinduque, as the chosen beneficiary community. 

A total of 20 solo parents were given gifts, including pre-loved clothing items and groceries provided by PSA-Marinduque PSO. 

The activity commenced with a welcoming message from Barangay Kagawad Cesar Laceda, who expressed gratitude to the PSA for its initiative and for selecting Barangay Amoingon and selected residents as beneficiaries. 

Following this, SrSS Imelda Miciano delivered a message, thanking the Sangguniang Barangay (SB) of Amoingon for allocating time and effort for the activity. She assured that the PSA will continue to support and celebrate the efforts of solo parents in the community. 

During the event, there was also an information dissemination session on civil registration conducted by RO I Mary Michelle M. Macutong. She provided explanations and insights into the various laws related to civil registration and its importance to everyone’s life.

In her closing remarks, Ms. Joy Francisco, a representative from the Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (MSWDO) of Boac, Marinduque, emphasized the significance of solo parent registration, highlighting the vital benefits and support it unlocks. She encouraged unregistered solo parents to take the necessary steps to complete the registration process and access the assistance available to them. Additionally, she expressed hope that the PSA's initiative would inspire other institutions and agencies to organize similar activities, noting that the PSA was the first to undertake such an effort. 

To conclude the event, a mobile service was provided for accepting requests for PSA-issued civil registry documents. 

The participants went home with smiles, showing that they felt loved and appreciated.

(SGD)GEMMA N. OPIS
Chief Statistical Specialist

GNO/SJRDLC