The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) recognized 24 local government units (LGUs) and two government agencies for their efforts to protect public assets during the second Seal of Protection Awards: Pagpupugay sa mga Kaagapay ng GSIS on Nov. 28, 2024 at the GSIS head office in Pasay City.
The event celebrated the commitment of LGUs and agencies to secure government properties and resources through insurance coverage, a responsibility that forms part of GSIS’s mandate under Republic Act No. 656, also known as the Property Insurance Law.
“This ceremony shows the spirit of Bagong Pilipinas – where leadership is guided by care, responsibility, and smart use of public resources. Every insured building, vehicle, or facility helps us ensure that public service can continue without interruption,” said GSIS president and general manager Jose Arnulfo Veloso.
Gold Awards were given to the city governments of Iloilo, Makati, Pasig and Valenzuela for their outstanding efforts in protecting their resources. Silver Awards went to Aurora, Isabela; Davao de Oro; the provincial government of Iloilo; Navotas; Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro; Solano, Nueva Vizcaya; and Tinambac, Camarines Sur.
Bronze Awards were presented to Cabatuan, Iloilo; Caloocan; Davao del Norte; Lambunao, Iloilo; Malabon; Parañaque; Pasay; Passi, Iloilo; Puerto Princesa, Palawan; Quezon City; San Juan; Taguig; and Tarlac City.
Each awardee received a plaque to recognize their support for GSIS’s goal of protecting public assets and improving government service.
The GSIS also gave special awards to two national agencies. The Bureau of the Treasury was honored for leading the National Indemnity Insurance Program and insuring important government properties. The Department of Education Provident Fund was recognized for providing personal accident insurance for its teaching and non-teaching staff.
“Let these awards inspire more LGUs and agencies to prioritize insurance coverage. By protecting public assets, we protect our ability to serve the Filipino people and help the country reach its goals”, Veloso said.
The Seal of Protection Awards highlight GSIS’s role in promoting preparedness and accountability in managing government properties.
