Community Development & Inclusion
The Philippine Mining Development Corporation (PMDC) implements its community initiatives through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Framework – HERO:
Health • Education • Rural Infrastructure • Opportunities to Earn
These programs are carried out within PMDC’s active tenements, including the Diwalwal Mineral Reservation Area (DMRA), Rogongon Copper-Gold Project, and CDO–Opol Gold Project, with the objective of addressing the health, education, environmental, and socio-economic needs of host communities
All activities are implemented in coordination with relevant stakeholders and aligned with PMDC’s mandate to support progressive and resilient communities through responsible mining.
H – Health | Provision of Basic Health Services and Community Support
PMDC implements health-related programs to support the delivery of basic medical services and community welfare, particularly in areas with limited access to healthcare.
Key Activities:
Medical and dental mission in Barangays Tuburan and Pigsag-an, Cagayan de Oro:
Consultations, tooth extractions, circumcision, and medicine distribution
1,251 beneficiaries served
Monthly food subsidy support to Barangay Health Workers, PNP personnel, and AFP units in Mt. Diwata and Upper Ulip
344 beneficiaries
Mabatas Complex Water System:
Continuous provision of potable water
420 beneficiaries served
Impact:
Provides direct access to basic medical and dental services during outreach activities
Supports delivery of essential services through coordination with local health and security personnel
Ensures continued access to potable water in serviced areas
Activity records and beneficiary data serve as inputs for reviewing service coverage and planning future health-related activities and support
“Community members receive basic healthcare services through PMDC’s coordinated medical mission.”
E – Education | Support to Schools and Community Awareness Activities
PMDC supports education through school assistance and awareness campaigns within host communities.
Key Activities:
Participation in Brigada Eskwela:
Provision of materials for school repair and maintenance
1,922 beneficiaries across four schools
Support to pilot testing of Dynamic Learning Program (DLP):
266 beneficiaries
Educational Awareness Campaign on Responsible Mining:
Conducted in schools within project areas
607 student beneficiaries
Responsible mining awareness campaigns in high schools across host communities in Northern Mindanao
Integration of topics such as environmental protection, responsible mining practices, Gender sensitivity and development
Distribution of IEC materials and interactive learning sessions
Impact:
Provides material support to schools for maintenance and learning activities
Delivers structured information on mining, environment, and PMDC programs
Supports direct engagement with students and teachers through discussions and Q&A sessions
Serves as a platform to:
Explain PMDC’s mandate and operations
Present project-related information, including responsible mining practices
Students participate in an IEC session on responsible mining, environmental protection, and PMDC programs
Interactive discussions allow students to ask questions and engage with PMDC personnel on mining and environmental topics.
PMDC supports school communities through Brigada Eskwela and education-related initiatives.
R – Rural Infrastructure | Support for Community Utilities and Facilities
PMDC supports community infrastructure through operational systems and service-related facilities within project areas.
Key Activities:
Operation and maintenance of the Mabatas Complex Water System, serving households, schools, and institutional users
Impact:
Provides continuous water supply to communities and institutional users within the service area
Supports basic community and operational needs, including schools and security units
Ensures system functionality through regular monitoring by technical and community relations personnel
The Mabatas Complex Water System provides continuous potable water to households, schools, and community members.
O – Opportunities to Earn | Livelihood Skills Training and Community Organization
PMDC implements livelihood programs that provide skills development and initial organizational support to community members.
Key Activities:
Dressmaking and bead-making training in Barangay Rogongon:
55 participants (primarily IP women)
Training components included:
Basic sewing and beadwork skills
Organizational development (leadership structure, roles, and responsibilities)
Election of officers and formulation of group Vision, Mission, and Goals
Turnover of tools, materials, and equipment upon completion
Impact:
Provides participants with basic livelihood skills and tools for use after training
Supports initial formation of organized community groups
Establishes a basis for monitoring participation and outputs and Identifying possible follow-up training or support
Participants undergo dressmaking and bead-making training as part of PMDC’s livelihood program in Barangay Rogongon.
Community Engagement & Project Coordination | Structured Engagement with Host Communities
PMDC conducts community engagement activities in coordination with the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP), Local Government Units (LGUs), and community leaders and organizations
Key Activities:
Community assemblies under the FPIC process for the CDO–Opol Gold Project
Presentation of project background, Exploration and Environmental work program, operational processes
Open forums to discuss concerns and document community positions
Impact:
Provides timely information on project activities and processes
Serves as a platform for community questions, feedback, and documentation of positions
Supports transparent and participatory project development in accordance with required processes
Community assemblies are conducted as part of the FPIC process to present project information and gather feedback.