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NSCC PLAZA NOW BECOMING A CENTER OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN THE REGION

NSCC PLAZA NOW BECOMING A CENTER OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN THE REGION

Right after its inauguration on March 27, 2011, the NSCC Plaza has been a venue of educational activities in the Region. The Municipality of Caoayan, became a busy town and NSCC PLAZA is now becoming a talk of the town among cooperatives and network. Cooperatives from different parts of the country, different personalities and prominent people have visited and stayed at NSCC Plaza. Trainings, forums, celebrations, entertainment presentations, lakbay aral and other activities have been conducted at NSCC Plaza.

NSCC SERVES FINANCIAL NEEDS OF CERVANTES, ILOCOS SUR

NSCC SERVES FINANCIAL NEEDS OF CERVANTES, ILOCOS SUR Cervantes is an upland municipality and one of the most remote part of Ilocos Sur. Travel from this municipality is eight hours from the City of Vigan. However, the long hours of travel will take you to discover the beauty of nature, as you will be trekking in between mountains while breathing in fresh and cool air. Although it is remote, risky and hard to reach, NUEVA SEGOVIA CONSORTIUM OF COOPERATIVES still brought financial services to Cervantes to give the residents the opportunity to establish a credit line and earn a living.

NSCC SERVES FINANCIAL NEEDS OF CERVANTES, ILOCOS SUR Cervantes is an upland municipality and one of the most remote part of Ilocos Sur. Travel from this municipality is eight hours from the City of Vigan. However, the long hours of travel will take you to discover the beauty of nature, as you will be trekking in between mountains while breathing in fresh and cool air. Although it is remote, risky and hard to reach, NUEVA SEGOVIA CONSORTIUM OF COOPERATIVES still brought financial services to Cervantes to give the residents the opportunity to establish a credit line and earn a living.

NSCC had seen the potential of this part of Ilocos Sur because roads now are under construction and is interconnecting with the province of Benguet and Mountain Province. As the Municipal Mayor Hon. Benjamin Maggay said during the visit of NSCC Heads “the as the roads will be finished this will open doors for development of Cervantes” As of today, the NSCC Branch has a total of four hundred members who have availed financial assistance for their livelihood business. The NSCC hopes and with the support of the local government units, more will be availing the financial services of the cooperative to increase employment and economic activity of the municipality. NSCC also operates a WESTERN UNION MONEY TRANSFER SERVICE in Cervantes for easier remittance and money transfer transactions. This program was launched on August 28, 2008

NSCC had seen the potential of this part of Ilocos Sur because roads now are under construction and is interconnecting with the province of Benguet and Mountain Province. As the Municipal Mayor Hon. Benjamin Maggay said during the visit of NSCC Heads “the as the roads will be finished this will open doors for development of Cervantes” As of today, the NSCC Branch has a total of four hundred members who have availed financial assistance for their livelihood business. The NSCC hopes and with the support of the local government units, more will be availing the financial services of the cooperative to increase employment and economic activity of the municipality. NSCC also operates a WESTERN UNION MONEY TRANSFER SERVICE in Cervantes for easier remittance and money transfer transactions. This program was launched on August 28, 2008

Ms. Janina Carine Medina with NSCC CEO Divina Quemi awards soft loans to deserving Bigueños through the Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives.

livelihood opportunities for thousands of enterprising Ilocanos through PinoyME partner, the Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives

This article is taken from PinoyMe Foundation Website http://www.pinoyme.com/consortium/pinoyme-nscc.html?utm_source=BenchmarkEmail&utm_campaign=PinoyME_July_Issue_Copy&utm_medium=email

This article is taken from PinoyMe Foundation Website http://www.pinoyme.com/consortium/pinoyme-nscc.html?utm_source=BenchmarkEmail&utm_campaign=PinoyME_July_Issue_Copy&utm_medium=email

NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF ILOCANO ENTERPRISE

TURN OVER OF FUND FOR RENNOVATION OF FUERTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

NSCC Chief Executive – Mrs. Divina C. Quemi turned over a check for the renovation of some classrooms ofFuerte Elementary School , Caoayan, Ilocos Sur that were damaged by typhoon pepeng. The check was received by the faculty and staff headed by the Principal Mrs. Primitiva Quiba on January 22, 2010 at the said school.

NSCC HOLDS COCONUT TREE PLANTING ACTIVITY

The Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives in coordination with the Philippine Coconut Authority, Ilocos Sur Chapter conducted a Coconut Tree Planting Program at Barangay Catucdaan, Cabugao, Ilocos Sur. Coconut farmers in the area are given five (5) coconut seedlings each to plant within their backyards. About six hundred seedlings were distributd and planted to the said Barangay.

The officers of the Philippine Coconut Authority also gave orientation on how to manage the seedlings and grow into a healthy coconut tree. The CEO of NSCC, Mrs. Divina C. Quemi also explained why NSCC is giving importance to the development of the coconut industry of the province as she said “ coconuts are very useful from the roots to the top of the leaves” And she explained that this can be an income generating activity of the Barangay in the future. Thru a MOA signing it was agreed that proceeds of the planted coconut seedlings shall be divided into the following:

30% - livelihood fund of the barangay35% - care taker of the seedlings35% - Barangay Fund for the sustainability of the project

NSCC GAVE HIGHLIGHTS TO THE 3RD ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF NAGSANGALAN SAVINGS AND DEVELOPMENT COOP

NSCC GAVE HIGHLIGHTS TO THE 3RD ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF NAGSANGALAN SAVINGS AND DEVELOPMENT COOP

On August 23, 2008 marks the 3rd anniversary of Nagsangalan Savings and Development Cooperative in Nagsangalan, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. Highlights of the celebration includes an inspirational talk from the NSCC CEO Mrs. Divina C. Quemi who stressed the 3 important Ps in making a Cooperative successful.

On August 23, 2008 marks the 3rd anniversary of Nagsangalan Savings and Development Cooperative in Nagsangalan, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. Highlights of the celebration includes an inspirational talk from the NSCC CEO Mrs. Divina C. Quemi who stressed the 3 important Ps in making a Cooperative successful.

The Baguio Branch Manager is Ms. Guadalupe Garcia and Bauang Branch Manager is Mr. Federico Rabilas, Jr. Said branches were the seventh and eight’branch of NSCC under the initiative and leadership of Mrs. Divina C. Quemi, the Chief Executive Officer.

The Baguio Branch Manager is Ms. Guadalupe Garcia and Bauang Branch Manager is Mr. Federico Rabilas, Jr. Said branches were the seventh and eight’branch of NSCC under the initiative and leadership of Mrs. Divina C. Quemi, the Chief Executive Officer.

TWO NEW BRANCHES SUCCESSFULLY LAUNCHED

NSCC TRIUMPHS AS 3RD GRAND WINNER OF CALESA DECOR CONTEST

Part of the grand celebration of the Vigan City Binatbatan Festival of the Arts is the calesa décor contest. NSCC sponsored the calesa of Mr. Florentino Abella and was chosen as the 3rd Grand Winner of the said contest held on May 3, 2009.

Different cooperatives and local government units joined together at the NSCC Cooperative and Microfinance Training Center for the conduct of the Public Awareness on Gender Equality in Cooperatives on November 20, 2009. This was conducted by the Asian Women in Cooperative Development Forum (AWCF) in participation with theSwedish Cooperative Centre (SCC) and hosted by the Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives.

Different cooperatives and local government units joined together at the NSCC Cooperative and Microfinance Training Center for the conduct of the Public Awareness on Gender Equality in Cooperatives on November 20, 2009. This was conducted by the Asian Women in Cooperative Development Forum (AWCF) in participation with theSwedish Cooperative Centre (SCC) and hosted by the Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives.

PUBLIC AWARENESS ON GENDER EQUALITY IN COOPERATIVES

This is an article published in Kapatiran Newsletter November 2010 Stichting Kapatiran started out as a call fors imply solidarity: Solidarity with Filipinos in the Netherlands and elsewhere,and solidarity with the Dutch and other migrant groups. The members of theboard in the formative years were mostly Filipinos by birth. Only one was Dutchwho was married to a Filipina. Now the composition is half Filipinos, halfDutch. Apart from solidarity activities, small scale income generating projectswere started mostly in the areas in the Philippines where the Filipino boardmembers had their roots. It was in 2000, that Kapatiran officially started withits Basic Literacy Programme. This programme was welcomed with open arms amongthe very poor in rural areas spread all over the Philippines. With the partnership with NSCC, its variousprojects in Bacarra, Ilocos Norte shall be undertaken or monitored by the NSCC.

This is an article published in Kapatiran Newsletter November 2010 Stichting Kapatiran started out as a call fors imply solidarity: Solidarity with Filipinos in the Netherlands and elsewhere,and solidarity with the Dutch and other migrant groups. The members of theboard in the formative years were mostly Filipinos by birth. Only one was Dutchwho was married to a Filipina. Now the composition is half Filipinos, halfDutch. Apart from solidarity activities, small scale income generating projectswere started mostly in the areas in the Philippines where the Filipino boardmembers had their roots. It was in 2000, that Kapatiran officially started withits Basic Literacy Programme. This programme was welcomed with open arms amongthe very poor in rural areas spread all over the Philippines. With the partnership with NSCC, its variousprojects in Bacarra, Ilocos Norte shall be undertaken or monitored by the NSCC.

Consortium of Cooperatives introduced its microfinance service to the people of Adams, Ilocos Norte during the conduct of KALAHI (KAPIT-BISIG LABAN SA KAHIRAPAN) CARAVAN on October 16, 2009. NSCC took this opportunity of joining the caravan to inform the financial services of the Cooperative to Adams and scout for potential microentrepreneurs within the area. The commitment to offer financial services to Adams started with the challenge from Landbank Countryside Development Foundation, Inc. to NSCC. Said foundation has been encouraging NSCC to try providing microfinance service and other development programs for said town, because it is an isolated municipality of Ilocos Norte.

Consortium of Cooperatives introduced its microfinance service to the people of Adams, Ilocos Norte during the conduct of KALAHI (KAPIT-BISIG LABAN SA KAHIRAPAN) CARAVAN on October 16, 2009. NSCC took this opportunity of joining the caravan to inform the financial services of the Cooperative to Adams and scout for potential microentrepreneurs within the area. The commitment to offer financial services to Adams started with the challenge from Landbank Countryside Development Foundation, Inc. to NSCC. Said foundation has been encouraging NSCC to try providing microfinance service and other development programs for said town, because it is an isolated municipality of Ilocos Norte.

NSCC MICROFINANCE SERVICE NOW INTRODUCED TO ADAMS, ILOCOS NORTE

GENERATE YOUR BUSINESS IDEAS SEMINAR

In order to effectively start a business, one must learn how to generate great business ideas. This is a seminar given by the CEO Divina C. Quemi in coordination with the National Livelihood Development Corporation and the City Government of Vigan. Twenty five entrepreneurs from Vigan City attended the seminar.

the Chairman of the NSCC, Mr. Alexander Raquepo discussed bonus topics on good governance. Mrs. Divina C. Quemi, NSCC CEO, also gave the participants inspiring message and stressed on their important role as cooperative officers.

the Chairman of the NSCC, Mr. Alexander Raquepo discussed bonus topics on good governance. Mrs. Divina C. Quemi, NSCC CEO, also gave the participants inspiring message and stressed on their important role as cooperative officers.

FREE TRAININGS FOR PRIMARY COOPERATIVES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH AGRICULTURAL CREDIT POLICY COUNCIL

FREE TRAININGS FOR PRIMARY COOPERATIVES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH AGRICULTURAL CREDIT POLICY COUNCIL

AFLATOUN INVADES CAOAYAN SCHOOLSAFLATOUN INVADES CAOAYAN SCHOOLS

The Aflatoun program is adopted by Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives from the NATIONAL CONFEDERATION OF COOPERATIVES (NATCCO). It is being introduced to the Cooperative thru Ms. Ma. Lasalette M. Gumban –Youth Program Coordinator. This is a global child savings program that is being implemented by Cooperatives and NGOs. The program encourages the pupils and students to embrace the value of thrift thru setting aside from their allowances a savings deposit to be collected by the Cooperative. The savings deposit will be recorded in a passbook and the amount accumulated will be used during graduation or for emergency purposes.

The Aflatoun program is adopted by Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives from the NATIONAL CONFEDERATION OF COOPERATIVES (NATCCO). It is being introduced to the Cooperative thru Ms. Ma. Lasalette M. Gumban –Youth Program Coordinator. This is a global child savings program that is being implemented by Cooperatives and NGOs. The program encourages the pupils and students to embrace the value of thrift thru setting aside from their allowances a savings deposit to be collected by the Cooperative. The savings deposit will be recorded in a passbook and the amount accumulated will be used during graduation or for emergency purposes.

NSCC JOINS THE MEANINGFUL CELEBRATION OF PCFC’S 15TH ANNIVERSARY THRU A FEEDING PROGRAM

NSCC AS ACCREDITED TRAINING PROVIDER – NSCC was able to pass the criteria of the Cooperative Development Authority as one among its pool of Training Providers for Cooperatives in the whole country

Description of the CDO nominees’ exemplary performance (What makes the coop leader worth winning of the award?)

Participation of Women Standing Committee to Board of Trustee representing the Women Sector International Cooperative Alliance

Vice Chair Asian Women Coop Forum

Consultant office of Congressman Jose R. Ping –AyCongress of the Philippiness

NATCCO Director 2007 - Present

REGION 1 SECTORAL REPRESENTATIVE OF

COOPERATIVES TO THE NATIONAL ANTI-

POVERTY COMMISSION (NAPC)

The National Anti-Poverty Commission, by virtue

of Republic Act 8425 or the Social Reform and

Poverty Alleviation Act, institutionalized the

participation of basic sectors in helping the

government on its programs for poverty

alleviation. The CEO represents the cooperative

sector in Region 1.

REGION 1 SECTORAL REPRESENTATIVE OF

COOPERATIVES TO THE NATIONAL ANTI-

POVERTY COMMISSION (NAPC)

The National Anti-Poverty Commission, by virtue

of Republic Act 8425 or the Social Reform and

Poverty Alleviation Act, institutionalized the

participation of basic sectors in helping the

government on its programs for poverty

alleviation. The CEO represents the cooperative

sector in Region 1.

Vice ChairRegional Cooperative Development Council 2011- present

RDC Region I - Private Sector Representative Cooperative Sector

NAPC Region I Cooperative Sector Representative

NSCC AS MOST OUTSTANDING COOPERATIVE IN THE ENTIRE LUZON – awarded by the National Livelihood Development Corporation as one of the most outstanding cooperative from among its conduits in the entire Luzon. It was awarded on September 28, 2011 during the 6th Sipag Awards Ceremony.

NSCC AS MOST OUTSTANDING COOPERATIVE IN THE ENTIRE LUZON – awarded by the National Livelihood Development Corporation as one of the most outstanding cooperative from among its conduits in the entire Luzon. It was awarded on September 28, 2011 during the 6th Sipag Awards Ceremony.

Federated President of NGOsCauayan,Ilocos Sur - 2010- Present

Supervisor

Agrarian Reform Infrastructure Support Project- Phase II of the Department of Agrarian Reform 2002-2005

PRESIDENTREGION I AND CAR MICRO FINANCE COUNCIL

Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives is a member of the Region 1 and CAR Microfinance Council, a conglomeration of micro finance players and institutions in the whole Region 1 and Cordillera Region. The group holds a regular meeting to discuss issues regarding micro finance and conducts trainings to enhance their services.

PRESIDENTREGION I AND CAR MICRO FINANCE COUNCIL

Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives is a member of the Region 1 and CAR Microfinance Council, a conglomeration of micro finance players and institutions in the whole Region 1 and Cordillera Region. The group holds a regular meeting to discuss issues regarding micro finance and conducts trainings to enhance their services.

BOARD OF TRUSTEE ASEAN INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY OF THE PHILIPPINES, INC. (AIRTOP) COMPUTER SCHOOL

AIRTOP is the only vocational school in Ilocos Sur that is offering regular and short term courses in computer and information technology. The Board of Trustees is the deciding body of the school in the implementation of various projects and in resolving issues.

BOARD OF TRUSTEE ASEAN INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY OF THE PHILIPPINES, INC. (AIRTOP) COMPUTER SCHOOL

AIRTOP is the only vocational school in Ilocos Sur that is offering regular and short term courses in computer and information technology. The Board of Trustees is the deciding body of the school in the implementation of various projects and in resolving issues.

Tagudinians join Alay Lakad

The Municipality of Tagudin joined the Annual National Celebration of Alay Lakad last September 4, 2005, with the theme: Kabataan, Isulong ang Kinabukasan". The Local Government Unit of Tagudin, through Mayor Jun Verzosa led the said activity. Among the participants were: Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, Asean Institute of Research and Technology of the Philippines

Tagudinians join Alay Lakad

The Municipality of Tagudin joined the Annual National Celebration of Alay Lakad last September 4, 2005, with the theme: Kabataan, Isulong ang Kinabukasan". The Local Government Unit of Tagudin, through Mayor Jun Verzosa led the said activity. Among the participants were: Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, Asean Institute of Research and Technology of the Philippines

VICE-CHAIRMANILOCOS MEDICAL AND HEALTH SERVICE COOPERATIVE

IMHSC is a cooperative hospital based in San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte. The Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives had invested a total of One Million Three Hundred Thousand Pesos to the Cooperative Hospital.

PRESIDENTCOOPERATIVE MANAGERS’ CLUB OF ILOCOS SUR

The cooperative managers and leaders of different cooperatives in Ilocos Sur organized a group to discuss and resolve issues regarding their responsibilities and to implement different trainings and projects to enhance services of cooperatives and to benefit the cooperative movement of the Province.

The cooperative managers and leaders of different cooperatives in Ilocos Sur organized a group to discuss and resolve issues regarding their responsibilities and to implement different trainings and projects to enhance services of cooperatives and to benefit the cooperative movement of the Province.

NSCC CEO AS “CELINA” IN ZARZUELA ILOCANA OF YLOCOS KANNAWIDAN FESTIVAL

Mrs. Divina C. Quemi is one of the main casts of SIRNAAG 2 Zarzuela during the Ilocos Sur Kannawidan Festival. She portrayed the role of Celina, the wife of Victor – portrayed by Hon. Governor Deogracias Victor DV Savellano. The show was held on February 4, 2009 which ended the week-long celebration of the Ylocos Kannawidan Festival.

Barangay Women Councilor 1994-2000

Radio ProgramDZMS

City Health Board MemberVigan City

PBAC Member Vigan City

City Health Board Vigan City

Red Cross Volunteer Board of Trustee Ilocos Sur Chapter 2009 -

2010