As part of National Women’s Month, Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin-Hataman formally inducted the newly elected officers of the Local Council of Women on March 2, honoring women leaders and reaffirming the city’s commitment to women’s empowerment and leadership development.
The induction welcomed the 2026 set of officers, who will spearhead initiatives promoting women’s rights, participation, and welfare in the community. The officers are:
President: Miriam SuacitoVice President (Internal): Bernadita HontucanVice President (External): Misriya IddilisSecretary: Laura AlanoAssistant Secretary: Rhodessa TantayTreasurer: Ruby Ann YuAuditor: Sitti Hairan IbrahimPublic Information Officer (PIO): Fides Infante-MalbasThe LCW serves as a collaborative platform for women leaders, organizations, and stakeholders to advance gender-responsive programs and policies aligned with the city’s development goals.
The City Government of Isabela continues to celebrate and empower women leaders, providing avenues for engagement, leadership, and meaningful participation in community-building efforts. (With Photos by M. Santos, CIO)
