Davao City celebrated the outstanding contributions of 148 public and private sector partners during the prestigious Pasidungog 2026: Garbo sa Dabaw awards ceremony held in the city. The annual recognition event honored organizations and individuals whose dedication and service have significantly advanced the city’s development and uplifted the lives of Davaoeños.
The Pasidungog awards, a hallmark event organized by the City Government of Davao, recognize partners from the private sector, civil society, and government agencies whose initiatives have made a meaningful impact in areas such as education, healthcare, environmental protection, disaster response, community development, and economic empowerment.
Among the awardees were non-government organizations, business groups, academic institutions, and volunteer organizations that have worked hand-in-hand with the city government to implement programs addressing the needs of vulnerable communities, including persons with disabilities, out-of-school youth, indigenous peoples, and informal settler families.
City officials emphasized that the Pasidungog awards are more than just recognition — they are a testament to the power of collaboration between the public and private sectors. A city representative during the ceremony stated that the progress of Davao City would not be possible without the unwavering support and dedication of their partners, and that Pasidungog is a way of saying thank you and inspiring others to contribute to the shared vision.
The event also highlighted the city’s continued commitment to transparency and good governance, with awardees lauded not only for their charitable efforts but also for their accountability and measurable impact on the community.
Pasidungog, which translates to recognition or praise in Cebuano, has become one of Davao City’s most anticipated annual celebrations, reinforcing the spirit of bayanihan and shared responsibility among stakeholders.
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