The Pateros Municipal Police Station conducted voter education and voting simulation exercises for more or less 80 persons deprived of liberty in a groundbreaking initiative aimed at promoting democracy and inclusivity.

The activity, conducted in collaboration with the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology and the Department of Education was held at the BJMP Municipal Hall in Pateros and Polling Precinct Friday and witnessed the active participation of esteemed individuals committed to fostering civic engagement among the PDL community.

Among the attendees were  Armando Mallorca, Election Officer, representatives from DepEd, including the Electoral Board, and P/Col. Wilson Alicuman, Chief of Police, Pateros MPS, as well as Warden JSInspector Chrisvill O. Villamor.

It was divided into two parts, the first segment focused on Voter's Education tailored specifically for the PDLs.

During the session, the PDLs were enlightened about the significance of their right to vote and the unique opportunity extended to them. The emphasis was on empowering them with knowledge, enabling them to make informed choices and actively participate in the democratic process.

In the second part of the event, a comprehensive simulation of the voting procedure was conducted.