DA BFAR F/B Pagbabago Livelihood and Development Program

“PN-NSWF and BFAR Strengthen Partnership with Scuba Training Agreement and Dive Boat Blessing”⚓🌊

December 8, 2025 – The Philippine Navy–Naval Special Warfare Force (PN-NSWF) and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) officially strengthened their partnership with the signing of the Scuba Training Agreement, led by BFAR National Director Elizer S. Salilig and NSWF Acting Commander CAPT Julien Dolor, PN (GSC). The event, held at the NSWF Headquarters, featured welcome remarks, an overview of the training program, and photo documentation of the ceremony. The program continued with the awarding and blessing of BFAR’s dive boat, formally marking its turnover to the Philippine Navy–NSWF. The event was also attended by Ms. Rhoda S. Bacordo, OIC-BFAR NMFDC, and Mr. Pierre Easter L. Velasco, National Focal Person of the DA-BFAR F/B Pagbabago Livelihood Development Program.

September 27, 2025 - Closing Ceremony of the 49th Batch Trainer's Training on the Construction, Repair, and Maintenance of FRP Boats

The participants have successfully completed a 12-day training program under the supervision of personnel from the F/B Pagbabago Livelihood Development Program. Held at Don Pedro Village in Barangay Marulas, Valenzuela, the training aimed to enhance the participants' skills and knowledge in FRP boat construction and the production of FRP value-added products. Throughout the program, participants engaged in hands-on activities and practical learning experiences designed to promote self-sufficiency and community development.