Mangyan Literacy Program in Oriental Mindoro Wins Galing Pook Award
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Mangyan Literacy Program in Oriental Mindoro Wins Galing Pook Award

The "Zero Illiteracy and Innumeracy Program" for Mangyan communities in Oriental Mindoro has been honored with the 2026 Galing Pook Award. This award recognizes innovative local governance initiatives that improve community lives, highlighting the province's efforts to expand educational opportunities for the Mangyan people.

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