The 104th Infantry Battalion (104IB), in partnership with the 2nd Civil-Military Operations Company, successfully conducted a community outreach mission on Thursday, May 7, 2026, benefiting 266 children at Manubul Elementary School in Pandami, Sulu, the military announced on Friday, May 8, 2026.
Outreach Activities
The 1102nd Infantry “Ganarul” Brigade (1102Bde) stated that the event included feeding programs, parlor games, contests for children, and the distribution of Bibles to parents and residents of Manubul Island. “The initiative aimed to uplift the morale of the residents while promoting unity, compassion, and peace in the island barangay,” the 1102Bde said in a statement.
Leadership and Support
Lieutenant Colonel Roy Dalumpines, commander of the 104IB, together with First Lieutenant Roylando Garcia, Civil-Military Operations Officer, and First Lieutenant Carl Lorenz Ebon, Alpha Company Commander, led the activity as part of ongoing peace and development initiatives in Sulu. The Ganarul Brigade noted that the outreach was further strengthened by the active support of Pastora Chris Veral of the Siasi Evangelical Alliance Church, whose dedication to public service significantly contributed to the event's success and the delivery of essential assistance to the island community.
Reaching Remote Communities
The outreach highlighted the importance of mobility and operational support in reaching geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDAs), ensuring that government services and humanitarian efforts extend to even the most remote communities. “This unified effort reflects the shared mission of empowering communities, fostering resilience, and sustaining peace through genuine public service,” the 1102Bde added. Meanwhile, Dalumpines reaffirmed their commitment to bridging government initiatives to far-flung communities, proving that peace and progress thrive when people are reached, heard, and supported.
