30 January 2024 – City of Ilagan. The Municipality of Cordon, Isabela celebrated the successful issuance of Free Certificates of Live Birth to recipients under the PhilSys Birth Registration Assistance Project (PBRAP) in a heartwarming ceremony on January 15, 2024. The event, which was organized by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Isabela and the Local Government Unit of the Municipality of Cordon, was a critical turning point in the process of giving residents access to necessary identification cards.

A total of 104 beneficiaries received their Certificate of Live Birth in Security Paper (SECPA) during the ceremony. These certificates were given out as part of ongoing efforts to ensure that everyone is registered within the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) and contribute to a more efficient and inclusive national identification database.

Local officials, community leaders, and representatives from the Philippine Statistics Authority came together to witness the joyous occasion. During the ceremony, speakers highlighted the importance of having a valid Certificate of Live Birth, emphasizing its role in accessing various government services and opportunities.

In order to guarantee that no one is left behind in the nationwide registration process, the PhilSys Birth Registration Assistance Project seeks to reach every region of the nation. The government's dedication to providing individuals with easily accessible and necessary services is demonstrated by the successful awarding of this vital certifcates in Cordon.

The beneficiaries expressed their gratitude at the end of the event after receiving a significant document that gives them access to healthcare, education, and work prospects. The PhilSys Birth Registration Assistance Project remains on the rise, owing to the efforts of the Philippine Statistics Authority-Isabela, which is committed to seeing a fully registered and empowered Filipino population.

JULIUS M. EMPERADOR
Chief Statistical Specialist PSA-Isabela