Davao City police open 34th National Children's Month with child protection pledge
The Davao City Police Office marked the start of the month-long observance with a ceremony at its gymnasium on November 5.
The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) opened its observance of the 34th National Children's Month on November 5, 2026, renewing its commitment to protecting children and supporting community welfare, according to Mindanao Times.
DCPO director PCOL Peter Bauzon Madria led the kick-off ceremony at the DCPO gymnasium, joined by 2nd District Councilor Richlyn N. Justol-Baguilod and key regional officers. This year's theme, "Manindigan, Tumugon at Kumalinga sa Batang Handa, Mas Ligtas ang Bansa," stresses that families, law enforcement and local government units share responsibility for keeping young people safe.
Organizers used the program to underline the need to uphold children's rights, raise awareness against child exploitation, and empower young people to take part in nation-building. The DCPO said it would continue working to keep Davao City safe and nurturing for children through ongoing community engagement and protective policing efforts.
Why it matters for Davao
The observance signals the city police's stated focus on child protection and community engagement in Davao City throughout November.
This article was written by the DavaoNews desk with AI assistance, using reporting by Mindanao Times. Facts come from the original report, which we credit and link below. Our editorial policy
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