05 February 2025– Guimaras. The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Guimaras set the stage for the 35th Civil Registration Month (CRM) with an inspiring recognition of outstanding Local Civil Registry Offices (LCROs) held on February 3, 2025, at the OMAS Function Hall, Poblacion, Nueva Valencia, Guimaras.

“The awarding ceremony honored top-performing LCROs for their exemplary service and dedication to delivering efficient and accessible civil registration,” Provincial Statistics Officer Nelida B. Losare said.

Among the highlights of the opening program of the 35th CRM was the recognition of the Best Local Civil Registry Offices (LCROs) in the province.

Jordan LCRO was awarded as the 2024 First Best LCRO, followed by Nueva Valencia LCRO in second place and Buenavista LCRO in third place.

Losare commended Jordan LCRO for its outstanding contributions, including its sponsorship of 745 free Certificates of Live Births, which provided legal documents to disadvantaged individuals in the municipality.

The PSA Guimaras also recognized Jordan for conducting the most number of civil registration-related activities, underscoring its commitment to raising awareness and educating the public on the importance of civil registration.

Additionally, Jordan LCRO assisted 248 individuals under the Birth Registration Assistance Project, the highest number of beneficiaries recorded in the province.

Meanwhile, Sibunag LCRO received recognition for its timeliness and accuracy in submitting monthly Decentralized Vital Statistics System (DVSS) reports, demonstrating efficiency and commitment to civil registration data management.

Nueva Valencia LCRO was also honored for achieving the most number of digitized legal documents, with 20,184 records successfully digitized in 2024.

“This milestone significantly improved the accessibility and efficiency of civil registration services in the province,” Losare said.

The awarding ceremony concluded with closing remarks from Jesusa M. Millondaga, MCR of Jordan and GCRI President, who expressed gratitude to all participants and encouraged continued dedication to civil registration services throughout the month-long celebration of CRM.