“There are a variety of interventions including housing, livelihood and skills training, employment, and many others,” he said.

Jamolod explained that the BP2 is a convergence of programs from government agencies, after a Senate Resolution was sponsored by Senator Bong Go. President Rodrigo Duterte signed the executive order last year.

“We have initially met with some beneficiaries of the BP2, and all of them are very thankful to be back home. This is the first time that such a program is implemented, and it only illustrates the government and the people’s bayanihan spirit to help each other,” Jamolod said.

Interested persons may inquire and apply for the BP2 via en.balikprobinsya.ph. (RVC/EDT/DIS/PIA9-Zamboanga City)