The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) is inviting departments, agencies, and instrumentalities of the national and local governments to join the annual award-giving ceremony, Parangal: Gawad ng Kahusayan sa Komunikasyong Pampubliko to recognize and celebrate exemplary campaigns and executions of communications programs and projects pursuant to their mandates.
“This shall serve as a platform to showcase the best practices in government communication, encouraging agencies to adopt innovative strategies that resonate with citizens,” the PCO said in the circular.
“Through this initiative, we aim to inspire a culture of excellence and collaboration among government agencies, ultimately enhancing the public’s awareness and engagement with government programs and services.”
The categories include Public Service Campaign Award, Government Innovations Award, Outstanding Digital Campaign Award, Broadcast Excellence Award, Outstanding Public Communicator Award, and Champion of Information Integrity Award.
The PCO is issuing circular applicable to all agencies, departments, bureaus, offices, and instrumentalities of the national government, local government units, government-owned or -controlled corporations (GOCCs), and Government Financial Institutions (GFls) to launch the campaign.
According to the government’s communications arm, the awarding ceremony, to be inaugurated this year, will cover communications campaigns, media partnerships, community initiatives, innovative outreach programs, and exemplary government performance within the same calendar year.
All submissions of entries must be sent to PCO via official announcement on its social media platforms. Entries must be submitted on or before November 22, 2024. PND
