DICT projects showcased in Bohol

By Elvie Bongosia

TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol (PIA) — The Department of Information and Communications Technology in Central Visayas (DICT-7) showcased their projects and programs during the DICT Stakeholder’s Dialogue in Tagbilaran City on Oct. 16.

Bannering the theme, “Bridging the Digital Divide: Showcasing ICT Initiatives Across Sectors,” the activity is in support of the marching order of Pres. Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. to facilitate the full digitalization of the country.

The stakeholders’ dialogue united key players that discussed digital transformation initiatives from a national agency for the province’s future to ensure Bohol, the country’s first and only UNESCO Global Geopark and Regenerative Island, adopts digitalized systems and streamlined services across government offices and sectors.

Participants include members of the Association of United Development Information Officers (AUDIO)-Bohol, information communications technology officers, and representatives from the academe.

“We are here to share insights, present innovative solutions, and discuss how we can work together to address these disparities. By showcasing ICT initiatives that have made a positive impact across different sectors, we can learn from each other’s experience, scale successful projects, and collaborate to create a future where no one is left behind in our digital journey,” DICT director Frederick DC. Amores said in his message.

DICT-7 assistant director Ramil Jeff Taboso, in his welcome address, emphasized that ICT initiatives are the stepping stones of every Filipino toward accessing digital tools and skills needed in the interconnected world.

“Today’s dialogue is a space for us to exchange ideas, share best practices, and showcase ICT initiatives that are making a real difference across various sectors- governance, education, agriculture, infrastructure, environment, and social services,” Taboso said.

The presented topics on DICT’s initiatives across sectors included eGOVPH by Jesraline Polinar, eLGU by Gian Rick Gallo, IIDB-ICT Industry Development Bureau by Joshua Eleazar Domen, DRRM by Engr. Ira Bermudo, and ‘Free Wifi For All’ by Engr. Jimmy Ratilla. (ECV/PIA7 Bohol)

In support of the marching order of Pres. Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. to facilitate the full digitalization of the country, DICT-7 conducted a dialogue showcasing their projects and programs at Panda Tea Gardens in Tagbilaran City on Oct. 16. Bannering the theme, “Bridging the Digital Divide: Showcasing ICT Initiatives Across Sectors,” the dialogue was attended by members of the Association of United Development Information Officers (AUDIO)-Bohol, information communications technology officers, and representatives of the academe. (ECB/PIA7-Bohol)