Legarda leads inauguration of PH Handloom Weaving Center

As her lifelong commitment to further champion the country’s rich culture through the preservation of local fabrics and textiles, Senator Loren Legarda graced the inauguration of the Philippine Handloom Weaving Center (PHWC) in Taguig City on Monday, July 7.

The PHWC serves as the central and core facility for the conservation, protection, and development of handloom weaving. Situated inside the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institure (DOST-PTRI), the said facility showcases innovation in machines, systems and processes, […]

Legarda Pushes Landmark Bill to Give Monthly Allowance for Every Filipino Student

Four-term Senator Loren Legarda today filed the National Student Allowance Program (NSAP) Act, a bill that seeks to provide a monthly allowance of ₱1,000 to every Filipino student from kindergarten to college. The Senate bill complements the bill filed in the House by her son, Congressman Leandro Legarda Leviste, reinforcing their shared commitment to accessible and inclusive education for all Filipino students.

The proposed national student allowance will be granted to all enrolled Filipino students who meet minimum attendance requirements, to […]

Legarda leads blessing and inauguration of new school buildings in Antique

Underscoring the importance of strengthening the education sector in the country, Senator Loren Legarda led the blessing and inauguration of various school buildings and classrooms at the Salazar Elementary School in San Jose de Buenavista, Province of Antique, last Tuesday, July 1.

The project is funded under the DOTr FY 2023, with an approximate budget of PHP 120 million, covering land acquisition, building construction, and site development.

It is situated on a two-hectare land, which includes a two-storey building with six classrooms, […]

Legarda files priority bills promoting education, livelihood, environment, social justice

Senator Loren Legarda filed on Monday, June 30, her first ten priority bills for the 20th Congress, reflecting her steadfast commitment to inclusive growth, environmental sustainability, and social protection.

“These measures aim to uplift the lives of Filipinos, particularly the marginalized and vulnerable, while advancing a future that is just, equitable, and sustainable,” Legarda said.

“We prioritized these bills as we believe they are timely and that we must act on them immediately to address the pressing needs of our society,” she […]