In a renewed effort to revitalize grassroots women’s participation and strengthen community-based development initiatives, the 1st Provincial Rural Improvement Club (PRIC) Quarterly Meeting was successfully conducted on March 31, 2026 at the OPAg Training Hall, Paradise Heights, Telaje, Tandag City, Surigao del Sur.

The activity gathered City and Municipal Rural Improvement Club (RIC) Coordinators, Provincial RIC Officers, and Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAg) personnel in a meaningful gathering aimed at reviving and strengthening the Rural Improvement Club across the province.

Over the years, RIC activities at both the provincial and municipal levels have gradually slowed down, resulting in reduced participation and declining member engagement. In response to this concern, the RIC leadership collectively agreed to institutionalize quarterly flying sessions as a strategic approach to restore the organization’s visibility, strengthen participation, and uplift the morale of its members.

Serving as the official revival of the Provincial Rural Improvement Club (PRIC), the quarterly meeting provided a venue for shared reflection, renewed fellowship, and strengthened commitment among RIC leaders and coordinators. It also opened opportunities for active dialogue and collaborative planning to reenergize the organization and establish a clear direction for its succeeding activities.

The meeting focused on reigniting the spirit of volunteerism and participation among members, strengthening camaraderie and peer support, reaffirming the role of RIC in agricultural and community development, and identifying practical and achievable actions for implementation in the succeeding quarters.

Among the key highlights of the activity were the setting of the tone for the RIC revival, a consultative discussion on reviving RIC activities, action planning and agreements, and sessions dedicated to strengthening camaraderie and partnerships. The activity concluded with a synthesis and commitment-setting, reflecting the participants’ shared resolve to revitalize the organization and further strengthen its role in supporting rural women, families, and communities.

The Provincial Government of Surigao del Sur, through the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist, continues to support grassroots organizations and foster stronger community participation in local development efforts.