As the world prepares to celebrate International Women’s Day this March, six newly appointed Bulakenyas officially took their oaths as incoming commissioners of the Panlalawigang Komisyon para sa Kababaihan ng Bulacan (PKKB).

The ceremony, held at the Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium, reinforced the commission’s mission to mainstream women in the pursuit of peace, equality, and sustainable development.

The Provincial Government of Bulacan (PGB), led by Governor Daniel R. Fernando, recognized Jonnah L. Garcia and Yolanda S. Rotap of the City of Malolos, Emma C. Caparas of Plaridel, Josefina R. Nubla of Santa Maria, actress Shamaine C. Buencamino of Guiguinto, and former Governor Josefina M. Dela Cruz of Bocaue.

In addition to the new appointments, six commissioners were reappointed: Eva M. Fajardo of the City of Malolos, Atty. Anicia Marquez of Pandi, Rhodora F. Pasebre of Norzagaray, Salome L. Yu of San Rafael, Elvira M. Dela Rosa of Plaridel, and Lourdes H. Posadas of Plaridel.

The ceremony also honored outgoing commissioners Zenaida S. Mabagos of the City of Meycauayan, Adelaida San Juan of Marilao, Purita Bunoy of Pulilan, Rosalinda V. Lava of Bulakan, and Baby Bartolome of the City of San Jose Del Monte.

The PKKB likewise paid tribute to the late Commissioner Rosario M. Pengson of the City of Malolos for her dedicated service to the province.

Governor Fernando congratulated all the officials and expressed his deep gratitude to the PKKB for initiating programs that promote the empowerment of women and their families.

“Isang taos-pusong pagbati para sa mga bagong talagang komisyunada, gayundin sa mga ni-reappoint at mga outgoing na komisyoner. Labis din ang ating pasasalamat sa PKKB para sa kanilang mga programang nagsusulong ng pagpapalakas ng kababaihan sa lalawigan at ng kanilang pamilya (A heartfelt congratulations to the new commissioners, as well as to the reappointed and outgoing commissioners. We are also very grateful to PKKB for their programs that promote the empowerment of women in the province and their families), he said.

Moreover, PKKB chairperson Dr. Eva Fajardo spearheaded the launch of the Understanding and Loving Interactions are Rewarding and Nurturing (ULIRAN) Family Movement, a program designed for PGB employees and parents of PGB scholars that promotes responsible parenthood and strengthens family relationships.

Established in 1994 and institutionalized in 2000, the PKKB continues to serve as the province’s primary vehicle for connecting with government and non-government organizations.

It remains dedicated to women’s empowerment and improving the quality of life for all Bulakenyo families.