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11 December

Department of Foreign Affairs - Office of Public Diplomacy (DFA-OPD) Soft Power Roadmap

Cong. Toff Joins the Launch of the Philippine Soft Power Roadmap by the Department of Foreign Affairs! Congressman Christopher “Toff” de Venecia took part in the successful launch of the Philippine Soft Power Roadmap by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), which aims to provide a clearer framework for strengthening the Philippines’ image and influence abroad. The event was recently held at the Apolinario Mabini Hall in Pasay City. He was also given the opportunity to share his expertise on soft power as a champion of...

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17 October

CITEM Taglay Pinoy Content Creation Program 2024

Cover photo/s from Manila Fame Taglay Pinoy is a program designed to help Filipino micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) thrive in the online world. This is organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), the export promotion arm of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). Many MSMEs find it challenging to create high-quality digital content, like product photos and descriptions, which are essential for online success. Taglay Pinoy addresses this by providing MSMEs with professionally...

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31 October

Facilitated Intergovernmental Support for Iloilo’s Successful 2023 Bid to the UNESCO Creative Cities Network

Cover photo from Iloilo City government FB Iloilo City, a beacon of cultural richness in the Philippines, embarked on an ambitious journey to secure a place within the esteemed UNESCO Creative Cities Network. This endeavor was driven by a vision to globally spotlight Iloilo's profound culinary heritage, particularly its burgeoning identity as a City of Gastronomy. The bid represented a strategic commitment to fostering sustainable development, preserving invaluable traditions, and enriching cultural exchange on an international scale...

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07 September

Php 360 Million Congressional Insertion in the 2024 National Budget for DTI’s Creative Industry Program

The Philippine creative industries received a significant boost in the 2024 National Budget with a P360 million congressional insertion, a testament to the growing recognition of this sector's economic and cultural potential. This substantial allocation is earmarked for the Department of Trade and Industry's (DTI) creative industry program, specifically bolstering initiatives like the "Malikhaing Pinoy Program." This strategic investment aims to cultivate a thriving ecosystem for Filipino artists, designers, content creators, and innovator...

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30 January

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts Cultural Sites Roadmap

Coming soon… The National Commission for Culture and the Arts Cultural Sites Roadmap is still in progress.   Through the support and strong initiative of Congressman Christopher “Toff” De Venecia, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is currently in the process of drafting the NCCA Cultural Sites Roadmap, a strategic framework that will seek to strengthen the protection, conservation, and sustainable management of cultural heritage sites across the Philippines. This roadmap will focus on identify...

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30 January

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts Performing Arts Roadmap

Coming soon… The National Commission for Culture and the Arts Performing Arts Roadmap is still in progress.   Through the support and strong initiative of Congressman Christopher “Toff” De Venecia, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is currently in the process of drafting the NCCA Performing Arts Roadmap, a comprehensive strategic framework aimed at advancing the development, preservation, and promotion of the Philippine performing arts sector. This roadmap will seek to address key challenges f...

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30 January

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts Gastronomy Roadmap

Coming soon… The National Commission for Culture and the Arts Gastronomy Roadmap is still in progress.   Through the support and strong initiative of Congressman Christopher “Toff” De Venecia, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is currently in the process of drafting the NCCA Gastronomy Roadmap, which will aim to position Filipino culinary heritage as a vital pillar of cultural identity, creative industries, and national tourism. This roadmap will seek to recognize and safeguard traditional foo...

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30 January

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts Visual Arts Roadmap

Coming soon… The National Commission for Culture and the Arts Visual Arts Roadmap is still in progress.   Through the support and strong initiative of Congressman Christopher “Toff” De Venecia, the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is currently in the process of drafting the NCCA Visual Arts Roadmap, which will aim to strengthen the Philippine visual arts sector by fostering its growth, sustainability, and global competitiveness. This roadmap will seek to address the needs of visual artists, galle...

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07 September

Php 250 Million Congressional Insertion in the 2023 National Budget for DTI’s Creative Industry Program

The Philippine creative industry received a substantial boost in the 2023 National Budget through a crucial congressional insertion, demonstrating a strong commitment to nurturing this burgeoning sector. This financial allocation was pivotal in empowering various creative endeavors, from digital animation and game development to traditional arts and crafts. The DTI's proactive pursuit of increased funding underscores the nation's ambition not only to maintain but also solidify its leading position in creative services exports within the AS...

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01 January

CCP Performing Arts Upskilling Workshop

Cover photo from Adobo Magazine This program, launched in 2022 with the support of Rep. Christopher de Venecia, empowers Filipino artists with new skills to thrive in today's art world. It's a three-phase journey that covers: Arts for Healing Using performing arts to provide psycho-social support during crises. Festival Management Learning the ins and outs of organizing and running successful art festivals. Museum Performance Curatorship Bridging performing and visual arts by learning to curate mus...

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31 December

DTI Creative Cities Playbook

Cover photos from DTI Malikhaing Pinoy and Dual Story The launch of the Philippine Creative Cities Playbook, an initiative by the Department of Trade and Industry under its Innovation and Creative Entrepreneurship Program, marks a new chapter for Philippine cities aspiring to join the prestigious UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN). Currently, only Baguio City (Crafts & Folk Arts) and Cebu City (Design) are recognized within this global network, which comprises 246 cities worldwide. The playbook, unveiled at the Visayas Art Fai...

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01 July

NRCP Musikapilinas or Music Industry Roadmap

Cover photo from National Research Council of the Philippines The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), through its National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP), is undertaking a groundbreaking research project called "Musika Pilipinas." This project aims to map the entire Philippine music industry to support its growth and development. The Filipino music scene is rich and diverse, but it faces challenges in reaching its full potential. Musika Pilipinas will provide valuable data and insights to help policy...

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11 September

Inclusion of Freelancers as Targeted Beneficiaries in the Bayanihan 2 Law or RA 11494

The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly reshaped the Philippine labor landscape, exposing and exacerbating the vulnerabilities within its burgeoning gig economy. With the millions facing job losses and reduced income, particularly in high-contact and informal sectors, the crisis necessitated swift governmental intervention. Amidst this disruption, freelancing and online-related occupations experienced exponential growth, becoming an increasingly attractive and practical alternative for many seeking flexibility and a means of livelihood from home,...

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07 August

Policy initiatives with the National Live Events Coalition PH

Cover photo from NLECPh Secretariat Facebook page Congressman Christopher De Venecia has forged a dynamic and highly productive partnership with the National Live Events Coalition PH (NLEC PH), championing crucial policy initiatives to uplift the creative industries. Through the Arts and Culture and Creative Industries Bloc (ACCIB), the Congressman has engaged in fruitful discussions with NLEC PH and other stakeholders like the Philippine Fashion Coalition. These dialogues delve into the current state and challenges faced by these se...

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07 August

Policy initiatives with the Philippine Fashion Coalition

Cover photo from Philippine Fashion Coalition's Facebook page Congressman Toff de Venecia, as the chairman of the Arts and Culture and Creative Industries Bloc (ACCIB), is spearheading a transformative movement for the Philippine fashion industry. Through a series of productive and fruitful discussions and congressional hearings with the Philippine Fashion Coalition, he is working to address the industry's challenges and introduce programs for its stakeholders. These efforts are part of a broader legislative push, with a focus on the...

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