The Department of the Interior and Local Government–National Capital Region (DILG-NCR) capped another milestone year with its Year-End Assessment for 2025, highlighting major accomplishments in local governance, peace and order, disaster resilience, and inclusive development, while reaffirming its unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and people-centered public service across Metro Manila.

A key highlight of the Year-End Assessment was the Pledge of Commitment by the men of DILG-NCR under the Men Opposed to Violence Everywhere (MOVE) initiative, a nationwide men’s movement actively advocating for the prevention of Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC). Through this pledge, DILG-NCR emphasized that ending violence is a shared responsibility, underscoring the critical role of men as allies, advocates, and champions of respect, equality, and safe spaces. Leading the MOVE pledge were Local Government Operations Officers Roque Valentino Arrogante and Mark Lavien Inocencio.

The MOVE pledge reinforced the Department’s broader commitment to gender-responsive governance, complementing DILG-NCR’s strong performance in Gender and Development (GAD) audits and assessments. This initiative is anchored on PCW–IACVAWC Resolution No. 01, s. 2019, which sends a clear and powerful message that ending violence against women is not women’s responsibility alone, but a collective duty of society.

By integrating advocacy, policy support, and institutional accountability, DILG-NCR continues to promote a culture of respect, inclusion, and zero tolerance for violence within the organization and among LGUs in the National Capital Region.

As it moves forward, DILG-NCR remains steadfast in advancing reforms that strengthen governance, protect vulnerable sectors, and ensure that public service remains ethical, responsive, and truly centered on the needs of the people of Metro Manila.