Laptops from Globe replace typewriters of Bohol barangay peace officers

Barangays in Bohol are belatedly phasing out typewriters used by arbitrators for documenting domestic dispute resolution.

Donated laptops from Globe replaced the aging equipment of several villages in the island province and introduce local peace council officers to e-governance by digitalizing their public service.

By shifting from typewriters to laptops, the Lupon Tagapamayapa can reduce manual errors, keep digital records rather than hardcopies for convenience, send and receive documents via email, and store important files securely. It’s a small shift that can make day-to-day processes smoother and help barangay officers focus on what matters most.

Globe vice president for external affairs Patrick Gloria led the recent turnover of the 10 refurbished laptops to Vice Governor Tita Baja, who was represented by provincial Board Member (BM) Benjie Arcamo, at the Bohol Provincial Capitol in Tagbilaran City on 23 May.

Liga ng mga Barangay president Romulo Cepedoza and Arcamo thanked Globe and BM Damalerio for their steadfast support in advancing ICT development across the province. Barangay captain Joseph Sagaral of San Isidro, Tagbilaran City, also shared a heartfelt message on behalf of all the beneficiaries.

The recipient barangays are San Isidro in Tagbilaran City; Sto. Rosario in Antequera; Guiwanon in Tubigon; Canapnapan in Corella; Dangay in Albur; Sta. Cruz in Calape; Cogon Norte in Loon; Magsija in Balilihan; Triple Union in Catigbian; and Municipality of Cortes.

The donation was part of Globe’s #GlobeOfGood campaign of promoting sustainability, peacekeeping and digital inclusion in communities across the country.

“This initiative is part of Globe’s ongoing efforts to create a #GlobeOfGood by enabling communities through technology. We recognize the vital role of the Lupon Tagapamayapa in maintaining peace and order at the grassroots level, and we are proud to support them with tools that improve access, accuracy and efficiency,” Gloria said.

“This contribution from Globe will directly improve how our barangay peace councils carry out their duties. Access to these resources helps formalize their work and enhances the services they provide to the public,” Arcamo said.

Sourced through Globe’s sustainability programs — which promote electronic waste reduction by extending the life and value of digital devices — the initiative also supports the province’s Strategic Change Agenda under Governor Aris Aumentado, advancing digital inclusion and community resilience within the Bohol Island UNESCO Global Geopark and Regenerative Island framework.

Globe remains committed to nation-building by expanding access to digital tools, supporting inclusive development, and enabling community resilience through technology-driven solutions.