In the advent of integration, the custody and safekeeping of inmates in this region was transferred to the control of the Integrated National Police, through the Office of Jail Management and Penology (OJMP) by virtue of PD 765 in the year 1976. With the late retired SSUPT DIOSDADO M PAÑARES as the first Assistant Regional Director. The Regional office was then located at Camp Catitipan, Davao City.
On May 10, 1992, the regional office of Jail Management and Penology was formally turned over to the administrative operational control of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology by virtue of RA 6975, as a line bureau under the Department of the Interior and Local Government. The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) also known as the Jail Bureau, exercises supervision and control over all district, city and municipal jails nationwide. JSUPT JOSE DEL B MONTE assumed office as Assistant Regional Director for the period from June 11, 1992 to March 08, 1993. The Regional Office was located then at the Apartelle de Davao, Juna Subdivision, Matina, Davao City.
At present, the Regional Office is located inside Davao City Jail compound, a one (1) hectare jail facility at the Telecom Reservation Area, Purok 25, Barangay Ma-a, along the Southern part of Davao City. It has an approximate distance of six (6) kilometers away from the city proper and just 20 minutes ride from Davao City International Airport. The regional office is a two-storey building housing the Regional Director’s Office and the offices of the different division’s of BJMPRO-XI.
BJMPRO-XI directs, supervises and controls the administration of Twelve (12) jails located in the four provinces of this region, Davao del Sur, Davao del Norte, Davao Oriental and Compostela Valley Province. Six (6) of which are District Jails, five (5) City Jails, one (1) female Jail.
DAVAO DEL SUR
DAVAO CITY JAIL
DAVAO CITY FEMALE JAIL
DIGOS CITY DIST JAIL
MAGSAYSAY DIST JAIL (Transferred to Digos City District Jail)
MALITA DIST JAIL
DAVAO NORTE
TAGUM CITY JAIL
SAMAL CITY JAIL
PANABO CITY DIST JAIL
KAPALONG DIST JAIL
DAVAO ORIENTAL
LUPON DIST JAIL
MATI CITY JAIL
MANAY DIST JAIL (Transferred to Mati City Jail)
COMVAL
MONTEVISTA DIST JAIL
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT FOR JAIL OFFICER I APPLICANTS
No person shall be appointed as non-officer of the BJMP unless he/she possesses the following minimum qualifications:
• Must be a Filipino citizen;
• Must be of good moral character;
• Must possess the appropriate civil service eligibility;
• Must not be less than 21 years old and not more than 30 years old;
• Must possess a baccalaureate degree from a recognized institution of learning;
• Must not have been dishonorably discharged or dismissed for cause from previous employment;
• Must not have been convicted of any offense or crime involving moral turpitude;
• Must be at least 5’4” (1.62m) in height for male and 5’2” (1.57m) for female; and
• Must not weigh more or less than 5 kilograms from the standard weight corresponding to his/her height, age and sex; or must not have a Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than 25,
Where BMI = Weight in Kilogram/Height in meters
• Must be a Filipino citizen;
• Must be of good moral character;
• Must possess the appropriate civil service eligibility;
• Must not be less than 21 years old and not more than 30 years old;
• Must possess a baccalaureate degree from a recognized institution of learning;
• Must not have been dishonorably discharged or dismissed for cause from previous employment;
• Must not have been convicted of any offense or crime involving moral turpitude;
• Must be at least 5’4” (1.62m) in height for male and 5’2” (1.57m) for female; and
• Must not weigh more or less than 5 kilograms from the standard weight corresponding to his/her height, age and sex; or must not have a Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than 25,
Where BMI = Weight in Kilogram/Height in meters
DOCUMENTARY REQUIREMENTS FOR JAIL OFFICER I APPLICANTS
• Personal Data Sheet (Revised 2005)
• 2 pcs. 2”x2” latest ID picture
• Original Transcript of Records
• Original Diploma
• Birth Certificate
• Marriage Contract
• NBI Clearance
• Certificate of Eligibility or Board Rating
• Barangay, MTC, RTC, & Police Clearances
(All documents submitted must be authenticated by appropriate authorities)
• 2 pcs. 2”x2” latest ID picture
• Original Transcript of Records
• Original Diploma
• Birth Certificate
• Marriage Contract
• NBI Clearance
• Certificate of Eligibility or Board Rating
• Barangay, MTC, RTC, & Police Clearances
(All documents submitted must be authenticated by appropriate authorities)
BJMPRO-XI REGIONAL DIRECTORS PROFILE FROM 1991 TO PRESENT
1. J/SSUPT DIOSDADO M PAÑARES – The first Assistant Regional Director of RBJMP-XI from July 01, 1991 to June 11, 1992.
2. J/SUPT JOSE B DEL MONTE – Assistant Regional Director from June 11, 1992 to March 08, 1993.
3. J/SSUPT PELAYO MAGALLANES – Assistant Regional Director from March 08, 1993 to October 26, 1993.
4. J/SUPT FRANCISCO M ALALONG – Assistant Regional Director from October 26, 1993 to January 05, 1995.
5. J/SSUPT REYNALDO B BERDIN – Assistant Regional Director from January 05, 1995 to January 05, 1998 and returned as Assistant Regional Director again from 01 July, 1999 to May 23, 2000 replacing J/SSUPT COLOMBO L GUILLEN.
6. J/SSUPT COLOMBO L GUILLEN – Assistant Regional Director from January 05, 1998 to June 30, 1999.
7. J/SUPT CRISANTO M COQUILLA – Assistant Regional Director from May 23, 2000 to November 27, 2000 replacing J/SSUPT BERDIN.
8. J/SSUPT TEMISTOCLES L JAMISOLAMIN – Assistant Regional Director from November 27, 2000 to December 18, 2002.
9. J/SSUPT DIONY D MAMARIL, MPSA – Assistant Regional Director from December 19, 2002 to June 30, 2003
10. J/SSUPT MAGUMNANG M DIPANTAR, MPSA – Assistant Regional Director from July 01, 2003 to December 09, 2003.
11. J/SSUPT RUBEN C BONAVENTE, MPSA – Regional Director from December 10, 2003 to January 01, 2007.
12. J/SSUPT ROMEO S ELISAN JR., DSC –Regional Director from January 01, 2007 to April 10, 2008 .
13. J/SSUPT ALFREDO D SOLIBA - Regional Director from April 10, 2008 to September 10, 2008.
14. J/SSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO – Incumbent Regional Director effective September 10, 2008 to present.
2. J/SUPT JOSE B DEL MONTE – Assistant Regional Director from June 11, 1992 to March 08, 1993.
3. J/SSUPT PELAYO MAGALLANES – Assistant Regional Director from March 08, 1993 to October 26, 1993.
4. J/SUPT FRANCISCO M ALALONG – Assistant Regional Director from October 26, 1993 to January 05, 1995.
5. J/SSUPT REYNALDO B BERDIN – Assistant Regional Director from January 05, 1995 to January 05, 1998 and returned as Assistant Regional Director again from 01 July, 1999 to May 23, 2000 replacing J/SSUPT COLOMBO L GUILLEN.
6. J/SSUPT COLOMBO L GUILLEN – Assistant Regional Director from January 05, 1998 to June 30, 1999.
7. J/SUPT CRISANTO M COQUILLA – Assistant Regional Director from May 23, 2000 to November 27, 2000 replacing J/SSUPT BERDIN.
8. J/SSUPT TEMISTOCLES L JAMISOLAMIN – Assistant Regional Director from November 27, 2000 to December 18, 2002.
9. J/SSUPT DIONY D MAMARIL, MPSA – Assistant Regional Director from December 19, 2002 to June 30, 2003
10. J/SSUPT MAGUMNANG M DIPANTAR, MPSA – Assistant Regional Director from July 01, 2003 to December 09, 2003.
11. J/SSUPT RUBEN C BONAVENTE, MPSA – Regional Director from December 10, 2003 to January 01, 2007.
12. J/SSUPT ROMEO S ELISAN JR., DSC –Regional Director from January 01, 2007 to April 10, 2008 .
13. J/SSUPT ALFREDO D SOLIBA - Regional Director from April 10, 2008 to September 10, 2008.
14. J/SSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO – Incumbent Regional Director effective September 10, 2008 to present.
REGION-XI PROFILE
GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION OF REGION-XI
Davao Region, designated as Region XI, is one of the regions of the Philippines, located on the southeastern portion of Mindanao. Davao Region consists of four provinces, namely: Compostela Valley, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, and Davao Oriental. The region encloses the Davao Gulf and its regional center is Davao City.
Region XI was originally called Southern Mindanao, and in addition to the three Davao provinces also included Surigao del Sur and South Cotabato. At that time, Compostela Valley was still part of Davao del Norte. Republic Act No. 7225, ratified on March 16, 1992, created the province of Sarangani from South Cotabato. Then, Republic Act No. 7901, signed on February 3, 1995, by President Fidel V. Ramos transferred Surigao del Sur into the newly created region of Caraga (Region XIII). Finally, on September 19, 2001, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's Executive Order No. 36 reorganized the regions and provinces in Mindanao. This moved South Cotabato and Saranggani to SOCCSKSARGEN region and renamed Southern Mindanao as Davao Region.
This region also bears the nickname Silicon Gulf.
It comprises a total area of 3,157,966 hectares or 10.5 percent of the total land area of the Philippines which is estimated at 300,000 square kilometers.
CULTURAL GROUPS
The region is an in-migration area, with a mixture of migrants, which include Cebuanos, Ilonggos and Ilocanos. Its ethnic groups include Manobos, Bagobos, Mansakas, Maguindanon, T’boli, Tirurays and a few Muslims.
LANGUAGE/DIALECTS SPOKEN
Mother tongue of population (dialect) spoken by majority in the region is Visayan. Other dialects spoken are: Davaoeño, Hiligaynon, Cebuano, B’laan, Waray, Maguindanao, Tagalog, Bagobo, Tagacaulo, Ilocano, Manobo, Ilonggo, Mandaya
CLIMATE
The region enjoys a mild pleasant tropical climate because of its prevailing normal atmospheric condition. No pronounced dry or wet season, as it has been identified, the region belongs to type IV climate corona, meaning the rainfall is more or less evenly distributed throughout the year. Maximum rainfall generally occurs in November and January. The annual rainfall amount is 2,357.5 milliliters and the average annual temperature is 27.3 C to 32 C as observed at PAG-ASA Davao Station.
The area is rarely visited by tropical cyclone (typhoon) due to its latitudinal location which is near the equator and has recorded two (2) typhoons which occurred in 1910 and 1970 “Typhoon Titang”. Temperature below the regional average is registered in elevated areas and along the slopes of Mt. Apo near Davao City.
NATURAL RESOURCES
Aside from its forestland and fertile fields, Southern Mindanao has mineral resources of chromite, iron, nickel, and manganese, gold, copper and other non-metallic minerals. Five of the major fishing grounds of the Philippines are located in the region.
ECONOMY
While the region’s economy is predominantly agri-based. It is now developing into a center for agro-industrial business, trade and tourism. Its competitive advantage is in agri-industry as its products, bananas, pineapples, fresh asparagus, and fish products are exported abroad. The region can be a vital link to markets in other parts of Mindanao, Brunei Darussalam and parts of Malaysia and Indonesia.
There is a gradual shift to industrialization as shown with industry’s growth rate of 8.1% in 1996. Other economic activities are mining, fishery, forestry and agriculture
MAJOR INDUSTRIES
The region is fast industrializing. Agriculture is the main industry, though its recent trend show that its economy is steadily moving away towards value added processing activities.
The construction industry is also booming. Growth rates posted high for commercial and industrial construction.
Grain processing is another major industry in the region especially in Davao del Sur and Davao Oriental. Large quantities of export quality fruits like pineapples, bananas, citrus and pomelo are produced in the region.
Fishing is the industry mostly engaged especially in Davao del Sur and Davao Oriental because it is surrounded by large bodies of water rich with fishery resources.
The region, particularly in Compostela Valley (COMVAL) Province is rich in gold and copper deposits, iron, Ore, and copper are also mined in Davao Oriental.
FACILITIES
The region’s principal ports are the Sasa International Seaport in Sasa, Sta. Ana Pier in the Chinatown District, Panabo Seaport in Davao del Norte, and Mati Seaport in Davao Oriental. Infrastructure developments in the cities within the region are considered excellent.
The airport in Davao City is the largest and most developed in Mindanao. The region is accessible by land, air and sea. The region has adequate communications facilities, reliable power and an abundant water supply.
COMMUNICATION
Region-XI has access to the world via airmail, cargo firms, direct telephone and cellular lines, paging system and the World Wide Web.
POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
Davao is a region in southeastern Mindanao, Philippines that boast of its natural beauty and resources. Davao is composed of four provinces namely: Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Compostela Valley and the City of Davao. It also has five (5) component cities. At present, the region has a total of forty- five (45) municipalities distributed among its four (4) provinces. Collectively, they are designated as Region XI of the Philippines.
COMPONENT CITIES
• Digos City, Davao del Sur
• Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte
• Panabo City, Davao del Norte
• Tagum City, Davao del Norte
• Mati City, Davao Oriental
Province/City
Capital Population
(2007)
Area
(km²)
Compostela Valley
Nabunturan
637,366 4,666.93
Davao del Norte
Tagum City
847,440 3,462.82
Davao del Sur
Digos City
822,406 3,934.01
Davao Oriental
Mati
486,104 5,164.46
Davao City
1,363,337 2,443.61
Davao City is also one of several cities in the Philippines that are independent of any province. The city is also the regional center for the Davao Region. Davao City is the most important city in Mindanao and the largest city in Asia in terms of land area - occupying more than 244,000 hectares. Its population according to the 2007 Census is 1,363,337. It's international airport and seaport is one of the busiest cargo hubs in the southern Philippines.
Davao region is a major producer of gold, and its mining resources include silica, silver, copper and elemental sulfur. It is where the highest peak (10,311 feet) in the Philippines is located – Mt. Apo, where only the brave dare climb.
There are many places to go and things to do in Davao. Just 5 kilometers north of the city is Lanang Golf & Country Club with an 18 hole course. To the south of the city are Apo Golf & Country Club and New Davao City Golf Club. The region has many hotels and resorts to relax and unwind. For the gourmet, Davao offers a wide variety of local and international cuisines at very reasonable prices. Davao is known for its fresh seafood, notably the grilled yellow fin tuna, tiger prawns, barbeques and other delightful specialties. Not to be missed when in Davao is the Durian, the fruit that smells like hell but taste like heaven!
Davao Region, designated as Region XI, is one of the regions of the Philippines, located on the southeastern portion of Mindanao. Davao Region consists of four provinces, namely: Compostela Valley, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, and Davao Oriental. The region encloses the Davao Gulf and its regional center is Davao City.
Region XI was originally called Southern Mindanao, and in addition to the three Davao provinces also included Surigao del Sur and South Cotabato. At that time, Compostela Valley was still part of Davao del Norte. Republic Act No. 7225, ratified on March 16, 1992, created the province of Sarangani from South Cotabato. Then, Republic Act No. 7901, signed on February 3, 1995, by President Fidel V. Ramos transferred Surigao del Sur into the newly created region of Caraga (Region XIII). Finally, on September 19, 2001, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's Executive Order No. 36 reorganized the regions and provinces in Mindanao. This moved South Cotabato and Saranggani to SOCCSKSARGEN region and renamed Southern Mindanao as Davao Region.
This region also bears the nickname Silicon Gulf.
It comprises a total area of 3,157,966 hectares or 10.5 percent of the total land area of the Philippines which is estimated at 300,000 square kilometers.
CULTURAL GROUPS
The region is an in-migration area, with a mixture of migrants, which include Cebuanos, Ilonggos and Ilocanos. Its ethnic groups include Manobos, Bagobos, Mansakas, Maguindanon, T’boli, Tirurays and a few Muslims.
LANGUAGE/DIALECTS SPOKEN
Mother tongue of population (dialect) spoken by majority in the region is Visayan. Other dialects spoken are: Davaoeño, Hiligaynon, Cebuano, B’laan, Waray, Maguindanao, Tagalog, Bagobo, Tagacaulo, Ilocano, Manobo, Ilonggo, Mandaya
CLIMATE
The region enjoys a mild pleasant tropical climate because of its prevailing normal atmospheric condition. No pronounced dry or wet season, as it has been identified, the region belongs to type IV climate corona, meaning the rainfall is more or less evenly distributed throughout the year. Maximum rainfall generally occurs in November and January. The annual rainfall amount is 2,357.5 milliliters and the average annual temperature is 27.3 C to 32 C as observed at PAG-ASA Davao Station.
The area is rarely visited by tropical cyclone (typhoon) due to its latitudinal location which is near the equator and has recorded two (2) typhoons which occurred in 1910 and 1970 “Typhoon Titang”. Temperature below the regional average is registered in elevated areas and along the slopes of Mt. Apo near Davao City.
NATURAL RESOURCES
Aside from its forestland and fertile fields, Southern Mindanao has mineral resources of chromite, iron, nickel, and manganese, gold, copper and other non-metallic minerals. Five of the major fishing grounds of the Philippines are located in the region.
ECONOMY
While the region’s economy is predominantly agri-based. It is now developing into a center for agro-industrial business, trade and tourism. Its competitive advantage is in agri-industry as its products, bananas, pineapples, fresh asparagus, and fish products are exported abroad. The region can be a vital link to markets in other parts of Mindanao, Brunei Darussalam and parts of Malaysia and Indonesia.
There is a gradual shift to industrialization as shown with industry’s growth rate of 8.1% in 1996. Other economic activities are mining, fishery, forestry and agriculture
MAJOR INDUSTRIES
The region is fast industrializing. Agriculture is the main industry, though its recent trend show that its economy is steadily moving away towards value added processing activities.
The construction industry is also booming. Growth rates posted high for commercial and industrial construction.
Grain processing is another major industry in the region especially in Davao del Sur and Davao Oriental. Large quantities of export quality fruits like pineapples, bananas, citrus and pomelo are produced in the region.
Fishing is the industry mostly engaged especially in Davao del Sur and Davao Oriental because it is surrounded by large bodies of water rich with fishery resources.
The region, particularly in Compostela Valley (COMVAL) Province is rich in gold and copper deposits, iron, Ore, and copper are also mined in Davao Oriental.
FACILITIES
The region’s principal ports are the Sasa International Seaport in Sasa, Sta. Ana Pier in the Chinatown District, Panabo Seaport in Davao del Norte, and Mati Seaport in Davao Oriental. Infrastructure developments in the cities within the region are considered excellent.
The airport in Davao City is the largest and most developed in Mindanao. The region is accessible by land, air and sea. The region has adequate communications facilities, reliable power and an abundant water supply.
COMMUNICATION
Region-XI has access to the world via airmail, cargo firms, direct telephone and cellular lines, paging system and the World Wide Web.
POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
Davao is a region in southeastern Mindanao, Philippines that boast of its natural beauty and resources. Davao is composed of four provinces namely: Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Compostela Valley and the City of Davao. It also has five (5) component cities. At present, the region has a total of forty- five (45) municipalities distributed among its four (4) provinces. Collectively, they are designated as Region XI of the Philippines.
COMPONENT CITIES
• Digos City, Davao del Sur
• Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte
• Panabo City, Davao del Norte
• Tagum City, Davao del Norte
• Mati City, Davao Oriental
Province/City
Capital Population
(2007)
Area
(km²)
Compostela Valley
Nabunturan
637,366 4,666.93
Davao del Norte
Tagum City
847,440 3,462.82
Davao del Sur
Digos City
822,406 3,934.01
Davao Oriental
Mati
486,104 5,164.46
Davao City
1,363,337 2,443.61
Davao City is also one of several cities in the Philippines that are independent of any province. The city is also the regional center for the Davao Region. Davao City is the most important city in Mindanao and the largest city in Asia in terms of land area - occupying more than 244,000 hectares. Its population according to the 2007 Census is 1,363,337. It's international airport and seaport is one of the busiest cargo hubs in the southern Philippines.
Davao region is a major producer of gold, and its mining resources include silica, silver, copper and elemental sulfur. It is where the highest peak (10,311 feet) in the Philippines is located – Mt. Apo, where only the brave dare climb.
There are many places to go and things to do in Davao. Just 5 kilometers north of the city is Lanang Golf & Country Club with an 18 hole course. To the south of the city are Apo Golf & Country Club and New Davao City Golf Club. The region has many hotels and resorts to relax and unwind. For the gourmet, Davao offers a wide variety of local and international cuisines at very reasonable prices. Davao is known for its fresh seafood, notably the grilled yellow fin tuna, tiger prawns, barbeques and other delightful specialties. Not to be missed when in Davao is the Durian, the fruit that smells like hell but taste like heaven!
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
REGIONAL DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate those who, in one way or another, formed part of this noble and commendable undertaking. To the organizers, editorial staff, contributors, and writers, keep up the good work. You deserve my highest accolade.
The BJMPRO-XI Bulletin is the sequel of, and the new name of the former newsletter of the region “The Pillar” which was formed and organized sometime in 1999 since the Jail Bureau was created in 1991 by virtue of RA 6975. However, it died in its natural death due to lack of resources and support. This time the BJMPRO-XI Bulletin has gained the support of our regional office and field units, thus, this will continue to flourish so long as it serves its very purpose.
This publication was conceptualized as an avenue through which current jail problems, issues and concerns could be properly addressed to. Likewise, administrative announcements, and similar information affecting jail matters could be brought closer to the smallest and even farthest field units of the region in order to keep our personnel updated of the fast changing time.
Again, accept my warmest congratulations!
The BJMPRO-XI Bulletin is the sequel of, and the new name of the former newsletter of the region “The Pillar” which was formed and organized sometime in 1999 since the Jail Bureau was created in 1991 by virtue of RA 6975. However, it died in its natural death due to lack of resources and support. This time the BJMPRO-XI Bulletin has gained the support of our regional office and field units, thus, this will continue to flourish so long as it serves its very purpose.
This publication was conceptualized as an avenue through which current jail problems, issues and concerns could be properly addressed to. Likewise, administrative announcements, and similar information affecting jail matters could be brought closer to the smallest and even farthest field units of the region in order to keep our personnel updated of the fast changing time.
Again, accept my warmest congratulations!
Editor's Note “Re-engineering Jail Management”
Undoubtedly, the world is moving fast. High technology and innovative management principles are now introduced in the market. For the bureau’s to cope up it is but apt to adopt these innovations thus, this region, BJMPRO-XI, implemented new policies and programs ensuring that the mandate to safeguard and develop the inmates would not be taken for granted.
During this 1st quarter of CY 2009, the BJMPRO-XI humbly accomplished various programs that surely make her management runs smoothly and systematically. Big jails from this region had successfully installed Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) camera as part of improving the security of jail facility and one of the jails in this region also set up electromagnetic door lock. Moreover, all of jails are using computers wherein most of them have internet connections to fasten and improve communication system. It is but a simple manifestation that management from this region does not wait for any miracle.
Not only that the BJMPRO-XI focuses on the security of the clientele, but as well as inmate’s welfare and development. In fact, various programs have been conducted like the creation of livelihood projects. One of the examples is the Ray of Hope Village wherein female inmates manufacture food products like “tocino” or “tsoriso”. They also have crochet making, bags and slippers made out of straw, massage center, laundry and sewing.
Continuously networking to the stakeholders like the LGU’s, NGO’s and any International Organizations such as International Commission on Red Cross (ICRC) never was out of sight considering that limited resources has experienced. Worthy of emulation sponsored project in lieu with adopting new technology is the bold creation of bio-gas facility in the effort of SSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO (Regional Director) and JCI FERDINAND D PONTILLO (warden Davao City Jail). Fortunately, it is now enjoyed by the said jail as their alternative source of energy.
As part of improving inmates’ skills and talents, some had undergone trainings to enhance their acting and singing prowess. Thus, it was a successful concert held at CAP Auditorium Davao City - the first concert in the history of the country being performed by inmates outside the jail premises. Thanks to the Regional Director, wardens of DCJ and DCFJ, LGU’s and the members of ACPW.
Inmates who are not allowed to vote now have a chance to express right of suffrage. The bureau enthusiastically supports such program because she believes that our least brothers should be given another chance to express their sense of dignity through voting since most of them are not yet convicted.
Of course, the bureau’s objectives could hardly achieve if the personnel’s welfare would not be addressed properly. The personnel from regional office have experienced extraordinary joy mixed with excitement and fear during their teambuilding at Outland Adventure - the “longest zip line in Asia” as all of them surpassed the various obstacles and challenges even the “youngest” of the members - JSI SALVACION RONDA and the “macho build” personas like RESJO and JO2 Densoy.
Various seminars were also conducted just to ensure that the personnel are always updated. This region successfully managed seminars like “Anti-Red Tape” and “TB Awareness.” “Refresher Course” also introduced to improve their management skill.
Notwithstanding, this region does not cease to continue creating groundbreaking plans and programs, strict monitoring jail security and implementing new policies. Thus, this region spearheaded by our benevolent and dynamic regional director SSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO steadfastly aspires to continuously re-engineer jail management and innovate novel ideas towards a better modern jail management.
During this 1st quarter of CY 2009, the BJMPRO-XI humbly accomplished various programs that surely make her management runs smoothly and systematically. Big jails from this region had successfully installed Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) camera as part of improving the security of jail facility and one of the jails in this region also set up electromagnetic door lock. Moreover, all of jails are using computers wherein most of them have internet connections to fasten and improve communication system. It is but a simple manifestation that management from this region does not wait for any miracle.
Not only that the BJMPRO-XI focuses on the security of the clientele, but as well as inmate’s welfare and development. In fact, various programs have been conducted like the creation of livelihood projects. One of the examples is the Ray of Hope Village wherein female inmates manufacture food products like “tocino” or “tsoriso”. They also have crochet making, bags and slippers made out of straw, massage center, laundry and sewing.
Continuously networking to the stakeholders like the LGU’s, NGO’s and any International Organizations such as International Commission on Red Cross (ICRC) never was out of sight considering that limited resources has experienced. Worthy of emulation sponsored project in lieu with adopting new technology is the bold creation of bio-gas facility in the effort of SSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO (Regional Director) and JCI FERDINAND D PONTILLO (warden Davao City Jail). Fortunately, it is now enjoyed by the said jail as their alternative source of energy.
As part of improving inmates’ skills and talents, some had undergone trainings to enhance their acting and singing prowess. Thus, it was a successful concert held at CAP Auditorium Davao City - the first concert in the history of the country being performed by inmates outside the jail premises. Thanks to the Regional Director, wardens of DCJ and DCFJ, LGU’s and the members of ACPW.
Inmates who are not allowed to vote now have a chance to express right of suffrage. The bureau enthusiastically supports such program because she believes that our least brothers should be given another chance to express their sense of dignity through voting since most of them are not yet convicted.
Of course, the bureau’s objectives could hardly achieve if the personnel’s welfare would not be addressed properly. The personnel from regional office have experienced extraordinary joy mixed with excitement and fear during their teambuilding at Outland Adventure - the “longest zip line in Asia” as all of them surpassed the various obstacles and challenges even the “youngest” of the members - JSI SALVACION RONDA and the “macho build” personas like RESJO and JO2 Densoy.
Various seminars were also conducted just to ensure that the personnel are always updated. This region successfully managed seminars like “Anti-Red Tape” and “TB Awareness.” “Refresher Course” also introduced to improve their management skill.
Notwithstanding, this region does not cease to continue creating groundbreaking plans and programs, strict monitoring jail security and implementing new policies. Thus, this region spearheaded by our benevolent and dynamic regional director SSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO steadfastly aspires to continuously re-engineer jail management and innovate novel ideas towards a better modern jail management.
Monday, May 25, 2009
JAIL OFFICER’S PRAYER
Lord, I ask you to be with me in every step of the way
as I face the challenges of my work each day;
Grant me compassion when I share my selfless dedication
to inmates passing through difficult times under detention.
Guide me as I render humane safekeeping and development
among the innocent and lawless under our jail management;
Keep me in upholding justice without reservation
to show my commitment and fervent service to our beloved nation.
When duty calls for danger, my safety to you I surrender,
To give me strength and courage for trials to weather;
When my shift is over maintaining public safety and order
Thankful I will always be to You, my Savior and Protector.
Amen.
as I face the challenges of my work each day;
Grant me compassion when I share my selfless dedication
to inmates passing through difficult times under detention.
Guide me as I render humane safekeeping and development
among the innocent and lawless under our jail management;
Keep me in upholding justice without reservation
to show my commitment and fervent service to our beloved nation.
When duty calls for danger, my safety to you I surrender,
To give me strength and courage for trials to weather;
When my shift is over maintaining public safety and order
Thankful I will always be to You, my Savior and Protector.
Amen.
NEWS BITZ...
1. Last March 6, 2009 the BJMPRO-XI headed by J/SSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO attended the International Women’s Day walk parade at Davao City.
2. Anti-Red Tape Act of 2007 (RA 9485) Seminar & Orientation on Filling-up SALN Form. BJMPRO-XI conducted twice an Anti-Red Tape Seminar to all personnel regionwide that was officially led by the Civil Service Commission XI (CSC) at the Regional Office last 20 February 2009 & 26 February 2009.
3. Last 14 February 2009, during the celebration of “Valentine’s or Heart’s Day” JSSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO - Regional Director BJMPRO-XI together with the Chief, Operations Division J/INSP ROBERT Y MUTIA, heartily gave toiletries to all inmates of Davao City Female Dormitory and Davao
4. City Jail Annex.
5. Anti-Illegal Drugs Seminar. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency XI (PDEA) conducted separate Anti-Illegal Drugs Seminar to all personnel and inmates to the different jails in this region.
6. Awareness Program & Proper Handling of Patients with PTB. BJMPRO-XI conducted PTB Seminar participated by the BJMPRO-XI Officers & Staff, Jail Wardens and HSU Clerks of different jails at the Regional Office.
7. Opening of Wellness Cottage of Davao City Female Jail. Ray of Hope Village wellness cottage which offers massage & spa was formally opened by a ceremonial ribbon-cutting followed by the blessing officiated by our Regional Chaplain last 14 February 2009.
8. AFP-PNP Intel Family Interaction and Conference. BJMPRO-XI was invited to attend last 26 January 2009 at Camp Panacan (EastMinCom) regarding information & intelligence on anti-terrorism updates.
9. Regional Mini-Olympics. The BJMPRO-XI initiated and conducted a weeklong activities of Mini-Olympics at the Regional Office last 03-06 March 2009, that was participated by selected personnel region - wide in games like basketball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, and chess.
10. Personnel Drug Testing. BJMPRO-XI conducted 2-stages of drug testing to all personnel regionwide at the Regional Office to the duly authorized drug test agency last 12 February 2009 and 26 February 2006, respectively.
11. BJMPRO-XI Jail Officers on Bike (JOB) & Mt. Apo Hikers. Personnel from different jail in Region XI met to promote a well-physical conditioning in an extreme experiences and adventures.
12. Installation of CCTV Camera in jails. Davao City Jail, Davao City Female Jail, Panabo City District Jail, Tagum City Jail and Digos City District Jail complied the directive of the Chief, BJMP of installing CCTV cameras in big jails of this region.
13. Inter-faith Orientation & Fellowship of Evangelical Ministerial Ministries, MOA Signing & Orientation on Jail Rules, Regulations & Policies. Davao City Jail and Davao City Female Jail together with all religious service providers square the table to a joint Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed last 09 March 2009 and oath taking of officers last 17 March 2009.
14. Installation of Electromagnetic Lock in Davao City Female Jail last April 8, 2009 at the secondary gate.
15. Archdiocese Commission on Prison Welfare Fellowship. ACPW invited the BJMPRO-XI Officers and Staff, Davao City Jail Warden and Davao City Female Jail Wardress in their fellowship held in Babak Beach, Island Garden City of Samal last 23 January 2009 and subsequently held its follow-up meeting last 9 March 2009 at Davao City Jail.
16. Physical Fitness Test & Medical Examination to all personnel. In compliance to the directive, our C, BJMP, BJMPRO-XI conducted physical agility test and medical examination last 26 January 2009.
17. Transfer of District/City/Municipal Sentenced Prisoners to Davao City Jail-Annex. In compliance to the directive by our bureau, one (1) Tagum City Jail and four (4) Panabo City District Jail district/city sentenced prisoners were transferred to Davao City Jail-Annex, a jail that caters sentenced prisoners in this region.
18. Backfilling of the swampy area at the back of Davao City Jail. BJMPRO-XI requested the DPWH-XI and Davao City Engineer’s Office truckloads of backfilling resources / soil embankment, subsequently approved by the latter and started delivering.
19. l Officers from BJMP Region XI on their finest white duck during the New Year’s Call under the leadership of J/SSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO, Regional Director BJMPRO-XI last 21 January 2009.
20. Pinning of Rank Pinning of J/SINSP IAN GLENN V OCMEN, Chief Operations Division of Davao City Jail held at Regional Office Lobby last January 21, 2009.
2. Anti-Red Tape Act of 2007 (RA 9485) Seminar & Orientation on Filling-up SALN Form. BJMPRO-XI conducted twice an Anti-Red Tape Seminar to all personnel regionwide that was officially led by the Civil Service Commission XI (CSC) at the Regional Office last 20 February 2009 & 26 February 2009.
3. Last 14 February 2009, during the celebration of “Valentine’s or Heart’s Day” JSSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO - Regional Director BJMPRO-XI together with the Chief, Operations Division J/INSP ROBERT Y MUTIA, heartily gave toiletries to all inmates of Davao City Female Dormitory and Davao
4. City Jail Annex.
5. Anti-Illegal Drugs Seminar. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency XI (PDEA) conducted separate Anti-Illegal Drugs Seminar to all personnel and inmates to the different jails in this region.
6. Awareness Program & Proper Handling of Patients with PTB. BJMPRO-XI conducted PTB Seminar participated by the BJMPRO-XI Officers & Staff, Jail Wardens and HSU Clerks of different jails at the Regional Office.
7. Opening of Wellness Cottage of Davao City Female Jail. Ray of Hope Village wellness cottage which offers massage & spa was formally opened by a ceremonial ribbon-cutting followed by the blessing officiated by our Regional Chaplain last 14 February 2009.
8. AFP-PNP Intel Family Interaction and Conference. BJMPRO-XI was invited to attend last 26 January 2009 at Camp Panacan (EastMinCom) regarding information & intelligence on anti-terrorism updates.
9. Regional Mini-Olympics. The BJMPRO-XI initiated and conducted a weeklong activities of Mini-Olympics at the Regional Office last 03-06 March 2009, that was participated by selected personnel region - wide in games like basketball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, and chess.
10. Personnel Drug Testing. BJMPRO-XI conducted 2-stages of drug testing to all personnel regionwide at the Regional Office to the duly authorized drug test agency last 12 February 2009 and 26 February 2006, respectively.
11. BJMPRO-XI Jail Officers on Bike (JOB) & Mt. Apo Hikers. Personnel from different jail in Region XI met to promote a well-physical conditioning in an extreme experiences and adventures.
12. Installation of CCTV Camera in jails. Davao City Jail, Davao City Female Jail, Panabo City District Jail, Tagum City Jail and Digos City District Jail complied the directive of the Chief, BJMP of installing CCTV cameras in big jails of this region.
13. Inter-faith Orientation & Fellowship of Evangelical Ministerial Ministries, MOA Signing & Orientation on Jail Rules, Regulations & Policies. Davao City Jail and Davao City Female Jail together with all religious service providers square the table to a joint Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed last 09 March 2009 and oath taking of officers last 17 March 2009.
14. Installation of Electromagnetic Lock in Davao City Female Jail last April 8, 2009 at the secondary gate.
15. Archdiocese Commission on Prison Welfare Fellowship. ACPW invited the BJMPRO-XI Officers and Staff, Davao City Jail Warden and Davao City Female Jail Wardress in their fellowship held in Babak Beach, Island Garden City of Samal last 23 January 2009 and subsequently held its follow-up meeting last 9 March 2009 at Davao City Jail.
16. Physical Fitness Test & Medical Examination to all personnel. In compliance to the directive, our C, BJMP, BJMPRO-XI conducted physical agility test and medical examination last 26 January 2009.
17. Transfer of District/City/Municipal Sentenced Prisoners to Davao City Jail-Annex. In compliance to the directive by our bureau, one (1) Tagum City Jail and four (4) Panabo City District Jail district/city sentenced prisoners were transferred to Davao City Jail-Annex, a jail that caters sentenced prisoners in this region.
18. Backfilling of the swampy area at the back of Davao City Jail. BJMPRO-XI requested the DPWH-XI and Davao City Engineer’s Office truckloads of backfilling resources / soil embankment, subsequently approved by the latter and started delivering.
19. l Officers from BJMP Region XI on their finest white duck during the New Year’s Call under the leadership of J/SSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO, Regional Director BJMPRO-XI last 21 January 2009.
20. Pinning of Rank Pinning of J/SINSP IAN GLENN V OCMEN, Chief Operations Division of Davao City Jail held at Regional Office Lobby last January 21, 2009.
GOVERNORS WOULD NO LONGER BE JAILERS by: JO3 Jorge T Gregorio
Governors are jailers simply because they are the ones responsible in taking care of prisoners in their provinces. Responsible for the feeding, providing for the jail facility, and employment of jail wardens and jail guards for security, governors are not only the administrators of provincial jails but are also the custodians of the prisoners as well.
Millions of pesos from the coffers of provincial governments are being spent solely for the maintenance of provincial jails nationwide. For most of the governors, this is tantamount to waste of local funds and a duplication of functions considering that there is already an appropriate government agency supposed to take hold of securing them, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP).
Now pending before Congress is House Bill No. 3441 seeking the transfer of the supervision, administration and control of all provincial jails and sub-provincial jails to the BJMP. The bill authored by Leyte Rep. Remedios Petilla is being supported by the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines headed by Bohol Gov. Erico Aumentado.
Petilla said “I expect the bill to be enacted into law soon, having been given due course by the House Committee on Peace and Order. All provincial governors would no longer be jailers because jail management would be turned over to the BJMP.”
The jail bureau takes care of detention prisoners whose criminal cases are pending before trial courts and likewise confined convicted prisoners whose sentences range from three years and below. Prisoners with longer jail terms are brought to the National Penitentiary in Muntinlupa. The distinction is that the Bureau is nationally funded while provincial jails are locally funded.
A recent survey showed that majority of all governors in the country support the move, claiming that the huge amount of expenditures could now be reallocated and used to other basic services in the province.
In the province of Catanduanes (Region V), for instance, Gov. Joseph C. Cua and the members of the Sannggunian Panlalawigan had personally negotiated the BJMP through OIC Legal Service Atty. Roy P Valenzuela in April 2008 to provide the governor legal issues and concerns on the transfer while the bill is pending in congress.
In a dialogue, Governor Cua said he could provide the Catanduanes BJMP a 3-hectare lot for the construction of a new jail facility including basic arms and equipment, once the bill is approved.
In another development, provincial governors of Negros Occidental and Bohol had recently come up with a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) temporarily allowing the provincial jails to transfer and to confine their prisoners to the BJMP.
In the MOA, the Province of Negros Occidental shall construct a 3-hectare lot at Barangay Tabunan, Bago, City which shall be named as Negros Occidental Integrated Jail Facility to be turned over to the BJMP upon its completion until the enactment of a new law.
“The province of Bohol shall allow the BJMP to use the existing Bohol Detention and Rehabilitation Center including all the equipment to be used for its operation. Also, the BJMP shall be given all the rights to use said properties by way of “USUFRUCT” and the former shall continue to provide financial assistance even after the lapse of the transition period thus, assisting the BJMP in the maintenance of the jail facility“, as stated in the MOA.
Millions of pesos from the coffers of provincial governments are being spent solely for the maintenance of provincial jails nationwide. For most of the governors, this is tantamount to waste of local funds and a duplication of functions considering that there is already an appropriate government agency supposed to take hold of securing them, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP).
Now pending before Congress is House Bill No. 3441 seeking the transfer of the supervision, administration and control of all provincial jails and sub-provincial jails to the BJMP. The bill authored by Leyte Rep. Remedios Petilla is being supported by the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines headed by Bohol Gov. Erico Aumentado.
Petilla said “I expect the bill to be enacted into law soon, having been given due course by the House Committee on Peace and Order. All provincial governors would no longer be jailers because jail management would be turned over to the BJMP.”
The jail bureau takes care of detention prisoners whose criminal cases are pending before trial courts and likewise confined convicted prisoners whose sentences range from three years and below. Prisoners with longer jail terms are brought to the National Penitentiary in Muntinlupa. The distinction is that the Bureau is nationally funded while provincial jails are locally funded.
A recent survey showed that majority of all governors in the country support the move, claiming that the huge amount of expenditures could now be reallocated and used to other basic services in the province.
In the province of Catanduanes (Region V), for instance, Gov. Joseph C. Cua and the members of the Sannggunian Panlalawigan had personally negotiated the BJMP through OIC Legal Service Atty. Roy P Valenzuela in April 2008 to provide the governor legal issues and concerns on the transfer while the bill is pending in congress.
In a dialogue, Governor Cua said he could provide the Catanduanes BJMP a 3-hectare lot for the construction of a new jail facility including basic arms and equipment, once the bill is approved.
In another development, provincial governors of Negros Occidental and Bohol had recently come up with a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) temporarily allowing the provincial jails to transfer and to confine their prisoners to the BJMP.
In the MOA, the Province of Negros Occidental shall construct a 3-hectare lot at Barangay Tabunan, Bago, City which shall be named as Negros Occidental Integrated Jail Facility to be turned over to the BJMP upon its completion until the enactment of a new law.
“The province of Bohol shall allow the BJMP to use the existing Bohol Detention and Rehabilitation Center including all the equipment to be used for its operation. Also, the BJMP shall be given all the rights to use said properties by way of “USUFRUCT” and the former shall continue to provide financial assistance even after the lapse of the transition period thus, assisting the BJMP in the maintenance of the jail facility“, as stated in the MOA.
BJMPRO-XI MINI OLYMPICS ’09 JO1 Dexter R Fulguerinas
Get Ready… Get Set... GO!!!
BJMPRO-XI held a week long Mini-Olympics played by three (3) participating teams from different jails in the region last March 03-06, 2009 at the Regional Office. Personnel with the know-how of each activity gathered in the clash against proficiency…EXPERTISE? With the effort of our Regional Director, the said affair was materialized in consonance to the BJMP-NHQ Mini-Olympics Games.
Competitiveness of each participating teams in every events crafted more serious business rather than the usual job. Cheering lineup, steaming perspiration, applauses and boos, and comical spoofs other than customary watchful on the security of the jail premises during the tour of duty. Instead of the DO’s and DON’T’s of the jail set forth in the core of the action, the GAME PLAN and RULES is the utmost big deal in every hustle and bustle played. Sometimes some behavior towards the game simply beam the personnel’s distinct individuality.
BASKETBALL…
BULLY “Holy *--*, that is a very awkward shot you made in your team, Sir! But can they spare a half court shot?”
DOUBTFUL “Did Sir knows how to play it?”
MISLEAD “Sir, stop it! You had to dribble the ball, don’t carry the ball…”
SYMPATHY “We lose the game Sir, but that’s okay ’coz we really tried our best.”
ACCEPTANCE “Boy, we were beaten but at least we perspire a lot… Hmmm…”
VOLEYBALL….
WHIZ “To volley the ball you should throw it at about 1ft. over your head or about 45 degrees on your forehead.”
CLEVER “Sir, you should volley the ball to Ma’am **** ’coz, she can’t defy your serving Sir, it’s our sure win.”
ADVICE-GIVER “Sir, you should strike the ball at the distance, so you don’t have to touch the net.”
BADMINTON…
CLASSY “I tell you Boy, this game will be played at Playsite ’coz it’s the influential game. See...”
COOL-TREND “Look at your racket, its quite expensive. Let us put it this way, I bought it for P 2,500.00, I’m going to win - shameful. ”
TABLE TENNIS…
OVERCONFIDENT “Again I said, that player seem like a typhoon when striking the ball, “You men, you can counter” Blahh.. blahh..”
SPECIALIST “Run Sir left… Run Sir right… Hahaha… That’s it Sir!”
GUILELESS “You win twice Sir, hahaha… but by default.”
CHESS…
SELF-PITY “Who’s the player of that team, Oh, no… I surrender Sir…”
NAUGHTY “You are the player, just don’t matter… just exert no effort, by the way you will lose.”
But finally, that’s what the game played, without it - THE GAME IS OVER.
BJMP Multi-Purpose Cooperative (BJMP-COOP) & BJMP-MBAI Corner JO1 Dexter R Fulguerinas COOP Mindanao In-Charge
BJMP-MPC
Salary Loan Requirements:
1. Fill-up New BJMP-MPC Loan Form
2. Latest Original or Authenticated Pay slip (NTHP P 3,200.00)
3. Authenticated Photocopy of BJMP ID (Front and Back Portion)
Maximum Loanable Amount - P 200,000.00 / 2yrs - P 10,500.00 / 24 mos.
Buy-out Loan Requirements:
1. Fill up New BJMP-MPC Loan Form
2. Latest Original or Authenticated Pay slip (NTHP P 3,200.00)
3. Authenticated Photocopy of BJMP ID (Back to Back)
4. Loan/Lending Institution Loan Balance Ledger
Maximum Loanable Amount - P 200,000.00 / 3yrs - P 7,666.67 / 36 mos.
Note:
*No salary loan applied for payable in 3 years (36 mos.), available only in Buy-Out Loan.
*One percent (1%) of the loan amount applied is charged for Credit Protection Fund (CPF) since we do not have comakers anymore.
BJMP-MBAI
Salary Loan Requirements:
1. Fill up BJMP-MBAI Loan Form
2. Latest Original or Authenticated Pay slip (NTHP P 3,200.00)
3. Authenticated Photocopy of BJMP ID (Front and Back Portion)
4. Couple’s Consent (if applied loan of P 100,000.00, for married)
Maximum Salary Loanable Amount - P 100,000.00 / 3yrs.
Salary Loan Requirements:
1. Fill-up New BJMP-MPC Loan Form
2. Latest Original or Authenticated Pay slip (NTHP P 3,200.00)
3. Authenticated Photocopy of BJMP ID (Front and Back Portion)
Maximum Loanable Amount - P 200,000.00 / 2yrs - P 10,500.00 / 24 mos.
Buy-out Loan Requirements:
1. Fill up New BJMP-MPC Loan Form
2. Latest Original or Authenticated Pay slip (NTHP P 3,200.00)
3. Authenticated Photocopy of BJMP ID (Back to Back)
4. Loan/Lending Institution Loan Balance Ledger
Maximum Loanable Amount - P 200,000.00 / 3yrs - P 7,666.67 / 36 mos.
Note:
*No salary loan applied for payable in 3 years (36 mos.), available only in Buy-Out Loan.
*One percent (1%) of the loan amount applied is charged for Credit Protection Fund (CPF) since we do not have comakers anymore.
BJMP-MBAI
Salary Loan Requirements:
1. Fill up BJMP-MBAI Loan Form
2. Latest Original or Authenticated Pay slip (NTHP P 3,200.00)
3. Authenticated Photocopy of BJMP ID (Front and Back Portion)
4. Couple’s Consent (if applied loan of P 100,000.00, for married)
Maximum Salary Loanable Amount - P 100,000.00 / 3yrs.
REFRESHING IS LEARNING “The essence of refresher course is constant learning” by: JO3 Jorge T Gregorio
It has been said that the only secret formula in our quest for excellence is constant practice. No other substitute for learning than a continuous training and education in whatever endeavor one wants to excel.
Continuous training and retraining of employees in any organizations is a manifestation of organizational growth and development characterized by proficiency and effectiveness in the execution of their duties and responsibilities.
The BJMPRO-XI Refresher Course is one of a kind training program of the BJMP that seeks to realize this concept. It offers a training opportunity for jail officers who are very willing but are deprived to avail of their respective mandatory schooling due to personal circumstances like lack of time and resources.
This training course is aimed to refresh their basic knowledge and skills on jail management with major emphasis on jail security and control of inmates as these are the main tools in the safekeeping and development of our inmates.
This program started to materialize on December 1 to 6, 2008 where thirty (30) graduates had automatically joined the newly created Special Tactics and Response Team (STAR Team) of the region purposely designed to respond in any call of emergencies like escapes, riots, hostage-takings, and similar jail disturbances.
To continue realize this program, about forty (40) jail officers had again undergone the second batch of refresher course in the regional office last March 9 -12, 2009 at Davao City Jail compound, Ma-a, Davao City. And it is expected that the third batch of the same training would be on June this year.
Not only basic theories on jail management are taught but even advance training on tactical response are also taught as well, like that of the close quarter battle (CQB), practical shooting, and the actual hand combat defensive tactics.
Continuous training and retraining of employees in any organizations is a manifestation of organizational growth and development characterized by proficiency and effectiveness in the execution of their duties and responsibilities.
The BJMPRO-XI Refresher Course is one of a kind training program of the BJMP that seeks to realize this concept. It offers a training opportunity for jail officers who are very willing but are deprived to avail of their respective mandatory schooling due to personal circumstances like lack of time and resources.
This training course is aimed to refresh their basic knowledge and skills on jail management with major emphasis on jail security and control of inmates as these are the main tools in the safekeeping and development of our inmates.
This program started to materialize on December 1 to 6, 2008 where thirty (30) graduates had automatically joined the newly created Special Tactics and Response Team (STAR Team) of the region purposely designed to respond in any call of emergencies like escapes, riots, hostage-takings, and similar jail disturbances.
To continue realize this program, about forty (40) jail officers had again undergone the second batch of refresher course in the regional office last March 9 -12, 2009 at Davao City Jail compound, Ma-a, Davao City. And it is expected that the third batch of the same training would be on June this year.
Not only basic theories on jail management are taught but even advance training on tactical response are also taught as well, like that of the close quarter battle (CQB), practical shooting, and the actual hand combat defensive tactics.
Inmates May Soon Register and Vote (Recognizing inmates’ right of suffrage in future political process) by:JO3 Jorge T Gregorio
Normally, inmates do not vote. They do not vote simply because they are not allowed to vote. No laws allowing them to participate in any electoral process. Even our constitution is silent about their participation.
History would tell inmates had never accorded an opportunity to exercise suffrage even during the Spanish period.
In the United States of America, however, Massachusetts is one of only four states which allow inmates to vote. In Republic of South Africa, prisoners have been allowed to vote only since April 1, 1999 following the Constitutional Court of South Africa’s ruling.
In Kenya, rights organizations are demanding that new constitution be adopted to allow inmates to vote.
Kenya’s existing laws do not spell out whether inmates can vote or not. Former government, that ruled Kenya from 1963 to 2002, had disenfranchised inmates of their rights to cast ballots. Now campaigners want the rights of prisoners, including voting, to be recognized by the new constitution.
In the Philippines, the first time inmates were allowed to cast ballot was in 2007 during barangay and SK election. However, it was done only in selected jails. Worse, the Jail wardens need first to secure an approval from the COMELEC before inmates can vote.
In Cebu City jail in particular, then Jail Warden SUPT EFREN NEMEÑO asked the courts to allow at least 200 inmates to vote in the Oct. 29 Barangay and SK synchronized elections. These inmates were the ones who managed to register for the May 14, 2007 local and national elections.
Of the 200 inmates, only 94 voted because of lack of transportation from the jail (then the Bagong Buhay Rehabilitation Center) to the different polling precincts. The COMELEC allowed them to vote because their cases are still pending in court.
Almost the same thing also happened in Davao City Jail where a number of inmates able to cast ballots during the same election. However, the COMELEC put up a polling precinct inside the jail so that even non-inmate voters residing nearby and outside the jail could vote.
Truly enough, there are really no established laws providing for and recognizing the rights of inmates to participate in the electoral process, even more in foreign countries.
Reports from the Community Relations Services of the BJMP said that the Technical Working Group (TWG) composed of concerned government agencies and civil society representatives chaired by Jail Bureau Chief, DIRECTOR ROSENDO M DIAL, CESO III, had convened to discuss the participation of inmates allover the country in future political exercises.
The TWG is now on the process of drafting guidelines and mechanisms on how inmates could participate in the forthcoming 2010 national election.
The Jail Bureau has at present 62,000 inmates under confinement, 95% of whom are detention prisoners and under the constitutional presumption of innocence are therefore qualified to vote if they meet the other requirements.
History would tell inmates had never accorded an opportunity to exercise suffrage even during the Spanish period.
In the United States of America, however, Massachusetts is one of only four states which allow inmates to vote. In Republic of South Africa, prisoners have been allowed to vote only since April 1, 1999 following the Constitutional Court of South Africa’s ruling.
In Kenya, rights organizations are demanding that new constitution be adopted to allow inmates to vote.
Kenya’s existing laws do not spell out whether inmates can vote or not. Former government, that ruled Kenya from 1963 to 2002, had disenfranchised inmates of their rights to cast ballots. Now campaigners want the rights of prisoners, including voting, to be recognized by the new constitution.
In the Philippines, the first time inmates were allowed to cast ballot was in 2007 during barangay and SK election. However, it was done only in selected jails. Worse, the Jail wardens need first to secure an approval from the COMELEC before inmates can vote.
In Cebu City jail in particular, then Jail Warden SUPT EFREN NEMEÑO asked the courts to allow at least 200 inmates to vote in the Oct. 29 Barangay and SK synchronized elections. These inmates were the ones who managed to register for the May 14, 2007 local and national elections.
Of the 200 inmates, only 94 voted because of lack of transportation from the jail (then the Bagong Buhay Rehabilitation Center) to the different polling precincts. The COMELEC allowed them to vote because their cases are still pending in court.
Almost the same thing also happened in Davao City Jail where a number of inmates able to cast ballots during the same election. However, the COMELEC put up a polling precinct inside the jail so that even non-inmate voters residing nearby and outside the jail could vote.
Truly enough, there are really no established laws providing for and recognizing the rights of inmates to participate in the electoral process, even more in foreign countries.
Reports from the Community Relations Services of the BJMP said that the Technical Working Group (TWG) composed of concerned government agencies and civil society representatives chaired by Jail Bureau Chief, DIRECTOR ROSENDO M DIAL, CESO III, had convened to discuss the participation of inmates allover the country in future political exercises.
The TWG is now on the process of drafting guidelines and mechanisms on how inmates could participate in the forthcoming 2010 national election.
The Jail Bureau has at present 62,000 inmates under confinement, 95% of whom are detention prisoners and under the constitutional presumption of innocence are therefore qualified to vote if they meet the other requirements.
More than just a Jail Break Concert “Big or small, all things have equal value - We can only learn to value smaller things when we know how to apprec
It’s all about valuing things which you do not want to value or you never value at all but in the end as you deeply discover the worthiness of all those things, no matter how small it is, there is that something you should need to value – that is, more than what you simply know about things in prison, for even the ugliest women on earth, still, we can say beauty is always in them if one only knows how to value and appreciate their nature of being a woman.
It only means that behind the walls of prison, there are potent but helpless people whose very needs are the same as other people’s needs. No other than respect and dignity as human being are all that they want. Let us give them the benefit of caring and loving instead of stigmatizing them. “Bilanggo man na ituring ay may likas na respeto at dangal din na tulad natin.”
The musical rendition and a showdown of talents and skills by the Davao City Jail and Davao City Female Jail inmates that had won thousand hearts of Davaoeños is more than just a “Jail Break Concert.” It was a concert of giving importance and valuing our brothers and sisters behind bars by making use of their talents and skills in preparation for their eventual reintegration to the society upon their release.
It only goes to show that, within the high walls of Davao City Jail facility, inmates have many fruitful things to do as compared to some people outside whose only doing is to kill time and waste effort.
Perhaps no one could ever believe that night of April 4, 2009 at the crowded CAP auditorium, within the heart of Davao City, when the detainees dramatically started to unfold their presentation. Perhaps, spectators have that feeling of curiosity rather than excitement with doubts on their minds as how they can perform it to satisfy their audience. But in the end they find it very exciting, entertaining and a breathtaking show. At the ticket price of P500.00 each, they never regretted their stay during the entire show.
For spectators, it was indeed a fulfilling experience. It was the first of a kind musical concert of detainees in the Philippine history performed outside the jail premises. The Jail Break Concert was even featured in the local newspapers like Sun Star newspaper and also broadcasted by the ABS-CBN program “Bandila” on April 6, 2009, for further reference please search at yahoo – Jailbreak Concert Bandila.
The idea was conceptualized to unleash the skills and talents of inmates to raise funds for improvements of various programs of Davao City Jail. To be transparent, the concert was able to raise an estimated net income of about P700,000.00 excluding the sales on Audio CDs which are still available on the market due to persistent demands of the public.
Of course, had not it been for the untiring support of generous sponsors, this concert would not be possible. Words are not enough to convey our gratitude to the Archdiocesan Commission for Prison Welfare (ACPW) of Davao City. Special mention is conveyed to the Marist Fathers and Brothers, Marist Sisters, Couples for Christ and Handmaid of the Lord. Likewise, the same is conveyed to the City Government of Davao, NCCC Davao City and the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR).
Now, our talented inmates are always there to be invited by our generous sponsors for another noble venture. How I wish inmates of Davao City Jail would one day showcase their talents in the ABS-CBN TV sitcom “Wowowee” as other entertainers do.
We don’t let our inmates stay futile while in jail. There are many things to develop in them in order to be more productive citizen of our society. This is our calling, our passion, and our mission. We will never get tired of doing things for their welfare. THIS IS HOW WE VALUE THEM!
BJMPRO-XI Regional Director EMMANUEL T SICIO chosen as “Best in Innovation” By: J/INSP ROBERT Y MUTIA
For having distinguished himself in the service by implementing outstanding and novel ideas and programs that contributed immensely in the expedient achievement of the Jail Bureau’s aim for the 1st Quarter of CY 2009, J/SSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO was awarded as one of the “Best in Innovation” among the regional directors nationwide by the BJMP National Headquarters on April 17, 2009.
Such meritorious award was given as an offshoot of his sterling leadership in initiating innovative programs and ideas in the BJMP Region XI motivated and inspired through cooperation, good working relations, and stable teamwork of all the jail personnel in the region.
With these innovative ideas, this region was able to realize projects considered to be the “first ever” in the history of the BJMPRO-XI. Among those valuable projects is the materialization of a Bio-gas facility at Davao City Jail funded by the International Commission on Red Cross (ICRC), installation of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) camera in big jails as well as the Electromagnetic Lock in Davao City Female Jail. And, perhaps, the best among rest is the conduct of musical concert performed by inmates of Davao City Jail and Davao City Female Jail named as “The Jailbreak Concert”.
Such meritorious award was given as an offshoot of his sterling leadership in initiating innovative programs and ideas in the BJMP Region XI motivated and inspired through cooperation, good working relations, and stable teamwork of all the jail personnel in the region.
With these innovative ideas, this region was able to realize projects considered to be the “first ever” in the history of the BJMPRO-XI. Among those valuable projects is the materialization of a Bio-gas facility at Davao City Jail funded by the International Commission on Red Cross (ICRC), installation of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) camera in big jails as well as the Electromagnetic Lock in Davao City Female Jail. And, perhaps, the best among rest is the conduct of musical concert performed by inmates of Davao City Jail and Davao City Female Jail named as “The Jailbreak Concert”.
The Outland Way By: SINSP TOMCATARATA, CHS
“Leave nothing but footprints. Bring nothing but memories. Kill nothing but time.” - Mountaineer’s code
At the heart of this code is a profound sense of harmony with nature; harmony which consists of respect for life in its primal and various state, more so the passion to conserve and preserve it for the next generation.
Regional Director of BJMPRO-XI, JSSUPT EMMANUEL T SICIO organized a team that would climb Mt. Apo. The historic event was a 4-day mountaineering expedition, from 19-23 of April 2009. The members of the team were JCI FERDINAND PONTILLO, Warden of Davao City Jail; JSI SALVACION RONDA, Regional Disbursing Officer; JSI THOMAS AUGUSTINE CATARATA, Regional Chaplain; JI ROBERT MUTIA, Chief of Operations and a number of NORS.
It aimed to enhance awareness on ecological issues, plant trees, celebrate Earth Day, and perhaps another innovative way of team-building activity so essential for an organization. There is no better way to learn lessons in life than to experience these lessons in actual concrete hard way. Indeed, we learned our lessons in a hard way.
The experience could be essentially described as a HIT! It stands for Historic, Intense and Transformative. It was historic because all the officers and some NORS were all first timers, except for the regional director who climbed Mt. Apo for the second time. Perhaps, no other regional director could match that feat. In that sense, it is historic.
It was significantly historic too for Ma’am Ronda because it was her farewell to Davao which she loved as her second home and served well in her capacity. The climb was her expression of affection and tribute to the place and its people. Perhaps, it was also an affirmation of her fitness despite of her age being the “youngest” of the team; she handled well the rigors of the climb. Surely, she will leave the bureau on her retirement next year infused with beautiful memories of this climb.
The team reached the peak on the third day and the regional chaplain presided over a historic thanksgiving mass on the top of the highest peak of the country; the first in the history of bureau’s chaplaincy service. It was like talking to God face to face and saying, “Hey God, you’re truly cool!”
It was intense. The long walk in the rain on a muddy ascending and descending forest trail with heavy backpack, the biting cold and whistling wind that would make you shiver in the night or worse, the dangers of falling into ditches and cliffs, the bites of insects and snakes – all these made the experience truly intense.
On the good side of it, for one, you have all the forest as your comfort room! Kidding aside, the panorama was exhilarating especially when you are standing on its peak. The sense of awe and the joy of seeing the wonders of life in all its magnificence expressed in various ways, great and small, was pretty intense too. So beautiful that you would readily forget your aching joints and muscles and for a moment be immersed in the sheer joy of being one with mother nature and with the Creator.
While it is true that man is the superior being in relation to other life forms; he is on top of the food chain so to speak. It is equally true that other life forms in the bio-system are important. Man being superior creature does not give him unbridled freedom to abuse other life forms or to cause imbalance in the eco-system which he is doing right now. It seems, with the present rate of environmental destruction, man is the most destructive life form there is in the planet.
The climb made us aware once again about this fact. We on our part, in our own little way, must contribute in the preservation and conservation of our natural resources. After seeing the beauty of creation and its immeasurable and priceless contribution for the good of life, the climb affirmed our commitment to be more active in environmental works. It transformed us by way of opening our mind to give deeper respect for life.
And so it came to pass that on a fleeting yet memorable and exhilarating moment on top of Mt. Apo, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology Regional Office-XI had its command post at 10, 311 ft!
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