MAKATI CITY — The Makati City Government continues to serve as a model for effective local governance by sharing its successful social welfare programs with other communities. Through the Makati Social Welfare Department (MSWD), the city recently hosted officials from Barangay Tibal-og in the Municipality of Santo Tomas, Davao del Norte, for a benchmarking activity aimed at learning from Makati’s established systems and best practices in delivering social services.
Learning Through Collaboration
Headed by Punong Barangay Juvelyn Cutay-Amar, the visiting delegation met with MSWD representatives to discuss the city’s policies, programs, and approaches to providing responsive and inclusive assistance. The exchange allowed participants to explore practical strategies that could be adapted to strengthen social welfare initiatives and improve public service delivery in their own locality.
Strengthening Local Governance
The benchmarking activity also emphasized the value of collaboration among local government units. By sharing knowledge and successful governance practices, Makati encouraged the exchange of ideas that can help communities enhance the quality of services provided to their residents while promoting more efficient and people-centered governance.
A Model for Social Welfare Excellence
Recognized for its comprehensive social welfare framework, Makati has become a reference point for many local governments across the country. Its programs include financial assistance for senior citizens, food security initiatives, employment support, and cash and rice incentives for public school students. Through initiatives like this benchmarking visit, the city continues to demonstrate its commitment to helping other communities adopt proven practices that contribute to better public service and improved quality of life.
