GUINDULMAN, Bohol—The KALAHI-Community-Driven Development (CDD) approach continues to empower communities here to lead infrastructure development and institutionalize participatory planning in local projects.
Before adopting the CDD approach, many barangays struggled with projects built without deep consultation, often failing to address urgent community needs.
From 2021 to 2024, the town followed a three-phase roadmap under the National Community-Driven Development Program, aligning plans and eventually transitioning to full local government-led implementation.
The LGU allocated P15.2 million for subprojects, with barangays contributing P200,000 each, bringing total investments to about P19 million, alongside P5 million for capability-building to train community volunteers.
The program has delivered 19 subprojects benefiting 7,297 households, including roads, water systems, and other facilities. Officials said Phase 4 funding affirms the “KALAHI-CDD way” as a standard model for inclusive, community-led development.
