Central Visayas police mark Women’s Month

THE Police Regional Office in Central Visayas (PRO-7) marked the celebration of Women’s Month last March 4 at the PRO-7 quadrangle.

The celebration started with a Mass at 6 a.m., followed by an arrival honors for acting Gov. Agnes Magpale.

In her speech, Magpale emphasized President Benigno Aquino’s vision of “Tuwid na Daan.”

This year’s theme, “Kababaihan: Gabay sa Pagtahak sa Tuwid na Daan” focuses on women’s leadership role and participation to enhance gender perspective in good governance.

Magpale said she hoped to see women with ranks of chief superintendent and higher spearheading the Philippine National Police.

Magpale also gave awards to female personnel of PRO-7 for their invaluable service to the community in providing a more efficient, steadfast and responsive public service.

The recipients of Medalya ng Papuri award were Senior Supt. Ma. Antonietta Langauon, Supt. Joan Sia, Chief Insp. Elinor Bautista, Senior Insp. Kristine Lloveras, Insp. Sheryl Bautista, NUPs Melissa Sestoso and Julieta Mallari.

The Medalya ng Kagalingan awardees were Senior Insp. Meche Gabod, PO1s Kristin Jean Caballero and Hyacinth Clavano.

PRO-7 chief Marcelo Garbo Jr., in return, presented a plaque of appreciation to Magpale.