Gov. Tamayo named Outstanding Governor in the Philippines

South Cotabato Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. was named Outstanding Governor during the Gawad Parangal Awarding Ceremony of the 29th Association of Local Social Welfare and Development Officers of the Philippines Inc. (ALWSDOPI) National Convention and General Assembly held at KCC Mall Convention Center in Zamboanga City on April 28, 2026

The convention carried the theme “LSWDOs Build Together for Empowered Individuals, Families, and Communities Embracing Global Humanitarian Strategies through Ethical Standards of Social Work Practices.”

ALSWDOPI recognized Governor Tamayo for his exemplary leadership in advancing inclusive, responsive, and people-centered governance, particularly in strengthening social welfare and development programs in South Cotabato.

Since assuming office in 2019, Tamayo has implemented key reforms in public service delivery, including the “Hospital without Cashier” program that provides free hospitalization services in all provincial government-run hospitals. He also expanded access to education through the “No Student Left Behind” initiative, which offers free education from elementary to college.

Beyond provincial governance, Tamayo holds several national and regional leadership positions. He serves as President of the League of Provinces of the Philippines (LPP) and Chairman of the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP). He is also a Board Director of the Mindanao Development Authority (MINDA), Vice Chairperson for the Government Sector of the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC), and Chairperson of the Regional Peace and Order Council 12 (RPOC-12).

Anchored on his governance mantra, “Para sa Tama at Maayos na Serbisyo,” Governor Tamayo continues to pursue programs focused on healthcare, education, peace and order, infrastructure, social services, economic development, transparent governance, and agricultural modernization.

The Provincial Government of South Cotabato is expected to further strengthen and expand its social welfare and development initiatives under his leadership, with continued emphasis on inclusive and sustainable public service delivery.