The Community Governance Program, “Lunduyan” (meaning “cradle” or “hammock”), cultivates a space for unity, care, and collective action. This program actively fosters collaboration among government agencies, academic institutions, organizations, and community partners. It focuses on sharing project updates, addressing implementation challenges, aligning strategies for collective impact, and exploring new collaboration and funding opportunities. Through feedback gathering and sharing best practices, “Lunduyan” ensures accountability and continuous improvement for all initiatives.

By establishing this robust platform for dialogue and shared learning, “Lunduyan” aims to strengthen the institutional capacity of all involved stakeholders. It creates a mechanism for continuous adaptation and responsiveness to evolving community needs, ensuring that governance efforts remain relevant, effective, and truly representative of the communities they serve in the City of Manila.