The Local Council for the Protection of Children–Cadiz City, together with the Sangguniang Kabataan Federation, conducted the Children’s Assembly 2025 today, December 11, 2025, at the Barangay Zone 2 Covered Court.

SK Federation President Hon. Keanu Sarabia delivered his message to the participants.

The assembly featured various sessions, where children actively engaged in discussions and later presented their outputs.

The Sangguniang Panlungsod Committee on Consumer Protection and the Committee on Market Affairs conducted a Public Hearing today, December 11, 2025, at the Sangguniang Panlungsod Hall to discuss the following proposed ordinances:
• An Ordinance Adopting and Localizing the Implementation of Republic Act No. 7394, otherwise known as the Consumer Act of the Philippines, in the City of Cadiz, providing mechanisms for enforcement, monitoring, consumer education, and penalties for violations, and for other purposes.
• An Ordinance Regulating the Operations of Peddlers in the City of Cadiz, providing guidelines for the issuance of permits, designated areas of operation, rights and responsibilities, and penalties for violations, and for other purposes.

The public hearing was presided over by Vice Mayor John Vincent Escalante, with Hon. Claire Therese Consing, Chairperson of both committees, leading the discussions. Also present were City Councilors Hon. Marlon Metoda, Hon. Frances Guanzon, Hon. Maricel Desuyo, Hon. Kathrina Kaye Gustilo-Balbin, Hon. Cedric Jon Nido Olvido, Hon. Tabanao, and SK Federation President Hon. Keanu Sarabia.

The hearing was attended by concerned offices, peddlers, and consumers who provided their insights and feedback on the proposed measures.

A Capacity Enhancement Training on Psychological First Aid for BVAW Desk Officers and other service providers was conducted on December 10, 2025, at Balay Cadiznon.

The activity opened with a message from CSWD-OIC Irene Javelona, RSW. City Mayor Hon. Salvador G. Escalante, Jr. on his inspirational message, reaffirmed the city’s strong commitment to safeguarding the welfare and rights of every Cadiznon.

The training proper covered an overview of the goals of Psychological First Aid (PFA), an introduction of the resource persons, and a comprehensive learning session on PFA facilitated by Mr. Lene Posadas and his team. Participants also engaged in practical application exercises to strengthen their skills in providing immediate and compassionate support during crises.

The activity concluded with a closing prayer, marking a meaningful step toward empowering frontline responders in safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable individuals