Barangay frontliners undergo training under safer cities program

By Rowena T. Cruz Barangay captains, BPOC members, tanods and force multipliers from Mauban's 40 barangays attend a two-day seminar-trai...

By Rowena T. Cruz

Barangay captains, BPOC members, tanods and force multipliers from Mauban's 40 barangays attend a two-day seminar-training under the DILG Safer Cities Program at the Mauban Sports Complex on June 5. (Mauban LGU)

MAUBAN, Quezon — Before police officers arrive and emergency teams mobilize, it is often barangay officials and tanods who answer the first call for help. They settle disputes, respond to disturbances and stand watch over communities where public safety begins closest to home.

That responsibility recently brought barangay captains, Barangay Peace and Order Committee (BPOC) councilors, tanods and force multipliers from Mauban's 40 barangays to a two-day seminar-training. The activity is part of the Department of the Interior and Local Government's Safer Cities Program and is being led by the Mauban Municipal Police Station under PMAJ Hubert Reuben Jabrica.



The training aims to strengthen the skills and readiness of barangay frontliners tasked with maintaining peace and order. Sessions focus on crime prevention, public safety and community-based peacekeeping.

Participants attended discussions on responding to security concerns and supporting law enforcement efforts in their communities. Organizers said the training also seeks to improve coordination among local responders.

Representing Mayor Erwin “Ninong” Pastrana, Andrea Klein Lechuga attended the opening program and conveyed the municipal government's support for the initiative. She said safer communities depend on capable barangay frontliners and sustained peace and order efforts.

“Ang kaligtasan ng bawat mamamayan ay nagsisimula sa isang handa at maalam na barangay. Patuloy nating palalakasin ang kakayahan ng ating mga frontliner upang mas maging mabilis at epektibo ang pagtugon sa pangangailangan ng komunidad,” Lechuga said.

Lechuga also underscored the importance of cooperation among barangay officials, police personnel and community volunteers. She said public safety requires participation from all sectors.

“Hindi lamang ito tungkol sa pagpapanatili ng kaayusan kundi sa pagbuo ng mas matatag na ugnayan sa pagitan ng pamahalaan at mamamayan. Kapag sama-sama tayong kumikilos para sa kapayapaan at seguridad, mas nagiging matibay at ligtas ang ating komunidad,” Lechuga said.

Barangays remain at the center of efforts to prevent disputes, maintain order and coordinate responses to local incidents. Strengthening the capability of frontline responders has become a growing priority for communities seeking to address concerns before they escalate.