The annual regional Information Caravan served as a critical platform for disseminating information and fostering understanding of consumer rights and responsibilities within the financial sector. Led by the Regional Credit Surety Fund (CSF) Section Head, the orientation focused on empowering participants with the tools and insights needed to navigate the complexities of financial products and services effectively.
In addition to the FCPA orientations, section heads from the Legal, Registration, Supervision and Examination Section (SES), Cooperative Research, Information, and Training Section (CRITS), and Cooperative Project Development and Assistance Section (CPDAS) provided valuable updates on various programs and initiatives. These discussions highlighted new policies and guidelines designed to enhance the cooperative movement, ensuring its sustainable growth and long-term viability.
To ensure accessibility and widespread participation, the Information Caravan was held across multiple locations, allowing cooperatives from different provinces to benefit from this vital initiative. The schedule included:
- Bukidnon: February 13, 2025
- Iligan City, Tubod (Lanao del Norte), and Misamis Occidental: February 19-21, 2025
- Camiguin (Mambajao Convention Center): February 27, 2025
- Misamis Oriental:
- Gingoog City: March 5, 2025
- Villanueva: March 6, 2025
- Cagayan de Oro City: March 13, 2025
- El Salvador City: March 14, 2025
- Virtual Info Caravan – March 18, 2025
The resounding success of the Information Caravan underscores the region’s unwavering commitment to fostering an informed and financially responsible cooperative sector. By providing cooperative members with critical knowledge on consumer protection laws and financial best practices, the initiative plays a vital role in safeguarding their financial well-being and reinforcing the cooperative movement as a cornerstone of economic resilience in Region 10.
As cooperatives continue to grow and evolve, the knowledge imparted during these caravans is expected to empower members, enabling them to make sound financial decisions that contribute to the prosperity and sustainability of their communities.
