Tingog party-list continues to expand reach in Northern Luzon with newly-opened centers

Launching of the Tingog Center in San Carlos, Pangasinan (Tingog Party-list)

Tingog Party-list, headed by Reps. Yedda Marie Romualdez and Jude Acidre, has launched new Tingog Centers in the Ilocos Region and Pangasinan, bringing the total number of centers across the country to 144.

In a joint statement on Wednesday, Oct. 23, both lawmakers said the continued expansion was focused on enhancing community support and improving access to government services for Filipinos.

“The opening of these new Tingog Centers is a testament to Tingog Partylist’s resounding commitment to bringing government services closer to every Filipino,” they said.

Essentially, these centers act as a social service and public outreach hub for those seeking any form of assistance and services from the government.

On Monday, the new Tingog Center in Santa Catalina, Ilocos Sur, opened its doors to serve 1,000 beneficiaries with P3,000 each through the Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP).

The next day, three Tingog Centers were launched simultaneously in Pangasinan, specifically in Rosales, Malasiqui, and San Carlos, followed by an AKAP payout. 

Meanwhile, the launch of new centers in Malasiqui and San Carlos, also in Pangasinan, included the distribution of financial assistance to members of the Tricycle Operators and Drivers Association (TODA). P3,000 each was granted to 1,000 beneficiaries.

The launch of the Tingog Center in Santa Catalina, Ilocos Sur (Tingog Party-list)

Romualdez, chairman of the House Committee on Accounts, said these new centers are vital in reaching underserved communities. 

“With every new Tingog Center we establish, we are bringing hope and support to our fellow Filipinos. These centers serve as a lifeline, ensuring that the needs of every individual are met and that our government’s programs are delivered effectively to even the most remote areas,” Romualdez said.

“We believe in inclusive growth, where no one is left behind,” she stressed.

For his part, Acidre pointed out that Tingog Centers represent the party’s commitment to nurturing meaningful relationships with communities.

“Hindi lang ito gusali—ito ay lugar kung saan nakikinig tayo, nakikisalamuha, at nagbibigay ng agarang tulong,” noted Acidre, a deputy majority leader.

(This is not just a building—it's a place where we listen, socialize, and provide immediate assistance.)

“It is through these deep connections that we can better understand and address the needs of our kababayans (countrymen),” he added.