Quezon City participates in the World Day Against Child Labor 2026
Councilor Atty. Christoffer Allan "Tope" A. Liquigan joins Public Employment Service Office (PESO) in the World Day Against Child Labor 2026, reaffirming the City’s commitment to protecting children from child labor. A One-Stop-Shop Service Caravan brought together government agencies and partner organizations to provide programs and services on education, health, livelihood, skills training, and child protection.
QC Highlights Women Empowerment Initiatives at WEF ASEAN 2026
Councilor Maria Eleanor "Doc Ellie" R. Juan, O.D. attended the Women Economic Forum ASEAN 2026–Philippines Event Launch in her capacity as Chairperson of the Committee on Women, Family Relations, and Gender Equality. During the event, she highlighted the Quezon City Government's programs and initiatives that empower women and promote an inclusive and equitable society.
Quezon City Supports SALAAM 2026 Halal Tourism and Trade Expo
Councilor Wencerom Benedict "Wency" C. Lagumbay joined the opening of SALAAM 2026: The Halal Tourism and Trade Expo Philippines, alongside Department of Tourism Undersecretary Myra Paz Valderrosa Abubakar, in support of the country's growing halal industry and tourism sector. The three-day expo showcased the rich culture of Muslim Filipinos and featured a wide range of quality halal products and services.
2nd QC LGBTQIA+ Business Summit: Inclusive Business in the Age of Disruption
Councilors Aly Medalla and Charm Ferrer joined Mayor Joy Belmonte in the 2nd QC LGBTIQ+ Business Summit, bringing together government leaders, industry experts, and advocates to promote equality and inclusive economic growth. The summit featured discussions on digital transformation, artificial intelligence, sustainability, and inclusive leadership, while reaffirming the city's commitment to creating greater opportunities for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Quezon City Showcases Best Practices in Tricycle Operations Management
Councilor Raquel S. Malañgen, Chairperson of the Committee on Transportation, along with the Traffic and Transport Management Department (TTMD), welcomed a delegation from Sto. Tomas City, Batangas for a benchmarking activity on tricycle operations, highlighting the city's best practices in transport regulation and management. The discussions covered terminal management, TODA operations, franchising policies, and stakeholder collaboration, reinforcing the value of inter-local cooperation in advancing efficient and sustainable public transportation.
OSSP Leads Capacity Building for Effective Local Legislation
The Office of the Secretary to the Sangguniang Panlungsod conducted the seminar, “Codification: Streamlining Ordinances for Better Policy Outcomes,†for the legislative staff of the Quezon City Council. The seminar strengthened participants' understanding of ordinance codification, introduced strategies for improving the organization and effectiveness of local legislation, and emphasized the importance of making local laws more transparent and accessible.
QC Councilors Receive Ally of the Year Award on Behalf of Mayor Joy Belmonte
Councilors Wency Lagumbay, Sami Neri, and Atty. Tope Liquigan accepted the Ally of the Year Award in the Public Sector on behalf of Mayor Joy Belmonte during the White Party Manila: Reignite event. The award recognizes the City's leadership in advancing LGBTQIA+ rights through landmark initiatives, including the country's first Right to Care Ordinance and Right to Care Card, as well as its continued commitment to inclusive governance and equality.
