Government information officers, media practitioners, and communicators from various agencies in Eastern Samar gathered for the Communicators Network (ComNet) 2026 meeting today at the PGO conference hall.
Organized by the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Eastern Samar, the activity aimed to strengthen coordination among communicators and promote responsible and accurate dissemination of public information.
In his opening message, Samuel D. Candido, ICM, PIA Eastern Samar emphasized the importance of collaboration among government communicators in addressing misinformation and ensuring the timely delivery of verified information to the public.
One of the highlights of the gathering was the discussion led by Reyan L. Arinto, regional head of PIA Eastern Visayas, on “Unified Messaging and Fake News Response.”
Arinto underscored the need for stronger coordination among government communicators to ensure that official and verified information reaches the public promptly, especially during emergencies, government programs, and public service announcements.
He also emphasized the vital role of information officers and media practitioners in combating misinformation and disinformation through fact-based reporting and the responsible use of communication platforms.
The activity also featured the election of officers for the Association of Government Information Officers (AGIO) Eastern Samar chapter, which aims to strengthen the network of public information officers in the province.
President: Penelope Pomida – Radyo Pilipinas Borongan
Vice President: Mel Colongan – DepEd
Secretary: Marissa Bormate – LGU Llorente
Treasurer: Amanthea A. Dala – LGU Borongan
Board of Directors:
Eden Cidro – Este News
Gwen Ponferrada – DTI
Rocajane Salac – PGO-ESPIO
Aldwin Baluete – PNP
Judith Aboy – DOLE
Through ComNet 2026, newly elected president Penelope Pomida assured that every Estehanon will receive truthful, timely, and relevant information they need through strengthened coordination among government communicators and media partners. (TAC-GBP)
