DOJ Katarungan Caravan launches in Valenzuela City, providing government benefit

The Department of Justice (DOJ) Katarungan Caravan successfully provided roughly 1000 people in Valenzuela City with various government benefits and services today, as part of the agency's ongoing commitment to delivering "Real Justice for All." The event was held at SM City Valenzuela and included the participation of the DOJ Action Center (DOJAC), Valenzuela 2nd District Congressman Gerald Cloyd Alexis V. Galand, and the local government of Valenzuela City.

The caravan offered free legal services such as legal advice, government referrals, and the drafting of legal documents. The Public Attorney's Office (PAO), the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) Bulacan Chapter, and the National Prosecution Service (NPS) also took part in the initiative. Additionally, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) facilitated applications for tourist visa extensions, dual citizenship, exit clearances, and other immigration services. The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) processed clearances, while the Land Registration Authority (LRA) provided free land title verifications and land registration/ownership advice.

The caravan also included information sessions on the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) and the Victims Compensation Program (VCP).

In her address to the clients, Usec-in-Charge for DOJAC Margarita N. Gutierrez emphasized that justice should not be selective or delayed, and that it goes beyond the confines of the courtroom. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin "Boying" C. Remulla echoed this sentiment, stating that the DOJ's goal is to ensure that no one is left behind in the pursuit of progress under the Bagong Pilipinas administration.

The event's success was also attributed to the contributions of DOJAC Program Director Joan Guevarra, Valenzuela City Councilor and Founder of Libreng Abogado Para sa Maralitang Panglungsod Sumbungan ng mga Inaaping Nanay, Anak at Ginang (LAMP SINAG Valenzuela) Walter Magum "Bimbo" Dela Cruz, Kababaihan Partylist Co-Founder Kate Abigael Galang-Coseteng, and Valenzuela City Chief Prosecutor Lemuel Nobleza, who along with his prosecutors, provided free legal advice and Prosecutor's Clearance to those in attendance.










National Security Council of the Philippines Assistant