DTI Samar

Calling all KMME graduates!

This is your chance to be recognized for your entrepreneurial success and inspire fellow entrepreneurs as we celebrate the 10th Year Anniversary of Kapatid Mentor Me program this July 16-18, 2026!. Apply now for the KMME Growth Champion Awards!

📅 Application period: May 29 to June 21, 2026
🔗 Submit your application here: https://bit.ly/KMMEGrowthChampion2026



For inquiries, please email [email protected]. Take this opportunity to share your entrepreneurial journey and celebrate your achievements!

Secret Kitchens of Samar is finally back at IFEX Philippines! ✨

Through the initiative of the Provincial Local Government Unit of Samar, the best of Samar’s rich culinary heritage, local delicacies, and proudly local products are once again showcased on the IFEX Philippines stage. 🍽️🌴

DTI Samar proudly supports the participation of our local MSMEs and food producers as they bring the unique flavors, heritage recipes, and culinary traditions of Samar to the global market. Through initiatives like this, local enterprises are given greater opportunities to promote their products, expand their market, and highlight the identity and culture of Samar through food. 🇵🇭✨

Visit and support our exhibitors at IFEX Philippines 2026!

𝐃𝐓𝐈 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐄-𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐏 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐧, 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬

Catbalogan City, Samar – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Samar Provincial Office participated in the Samar Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) Caravan held on April 28–29, 2026 at Abanador Hall, Camp General Vicente R. Lukban, Maulong, Catbalogan City, Samar.

Organized by the 801st Infantry Brigade in partnership with the Provincial Government of Samar, national government agencies, and civil society organizations, the caravan aimed to bring government services closer to Former Rebels (FRs), Friends Rescued, and insurgents undergoing reintegration into mainstream society through the Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program.

As one of the participating agencies, DTI Samar provided information on its programs and services that support livelihood and entrepreneurship development. The office also conducted an Entrepreneurship Orientation for attendees, introducing basic concepts on entrepreneurship, business opportunities, and available assistance that can help beneficiaries start or improve small livelihood activities as part of their reintegration and recovery.

The activity forms part of the government’s Whole of Nation Approach under Executive Order No. 70, which promotes inclusive peace and sustainable development through the convergence of government services and support programs.

Other participating agencies included the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Department of Agriculture (DA), Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), PhilHealth, Samar Provincial Hospital, Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU), Samar Police Provincial Office (SPPO), and other partner agencies.

Through initiatives like this, DTI Samar continues to support inclusive development by empowering communities through entrepreneurship, livelihood opportunities, and access to government services.

📷 Photo courtesy of DJ Rene

𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗮’𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗔𝗛𝗢𝗬 𝗪𝗘𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

Catbalogan City, Samar – The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) through Negosyo Center Calbiga, in partnership with the Local Government Unit of Calbiga, successfully conducted the “PAHOY WEAVERS: Innovative Nito Crafting and Heritage Branding Training” on May 7–9, 2026 at the Spark Visitor Center, Calbiga, Samar.

The three day training gathered participants from four associations who aspire to become basket weavers, providing them with skills enhancement in innovative nito crafting, product development, and heritage branding while preserving the municipality’s rich weaving culture and traditions.

Engr. Meilou C. Macabare, DTI Samar Provincial Director, expressed her appreciation for the strong partnership between DTI and the Local Government Unit of Calbiga in supporting local artisans and cultural industries.

Municipal Administrator Yen P. Nacario shared the municipality’s vision of developing a heritage brand centered on the identity of “Pahoy Pahoy,” encouraging participants to continue improving their craft and grow into empowered and progressive artisans.

The training proper was facilitated by experienced nito artisans from Tagapul an, Samar led by Etelyn Madolaria, together with assistant trainers Lodencia Giray and Gina Liray. Participants actively engaged in hands on sessions focused on weaving techniques, innovation, finishing, and product enhancement.

The activity concluded with the presentation of participants’ outputs and the awarding of certificates in recognition of their dedication and active participation throughout the training.

Through initiatives like this, DTI Samar and the Municipality of Calbiga continue to strengthen local creative industries by preserving traditional craftsmanship, promoting cultural identity, and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for the community.