The City of Malaybalay recently held the “IGPAAHA TA BARANGAY” Barangay District Promotional Film Competition, featuring the active participation of all 46 barangays divided according to their respective districts.

This event took center stage during the celebration of the 146th Aldaw Ta Malaybalay, aiming to highlight and promote the unique characteristics of each barangay, including their general information, accomplishments, cultural and traditional heritage, as well as tourist spots, through the medium of film, utilizing technological visualization for tourism promotion.

Winning film entries received their awards at the Kaamulan Folk Arts Theater, Kaamulan Grounds, this City on June 15, 2023.

The winners of the competition are as follows:

1st Place: Upper Pulangi District

2nd Place: Barangays Aglayan, Bangcud, Cabangahan & Linabo

3rd Place: Basakan District

Consolation Prizes were awarded to:

4th Place: Poblacion Barangays

5th Place: Barangays San Jose, Laguitas, Magsaysay, Mapayag

6th Place: Imbayao and Capt. Angel

7th Place: Dalwangan, Patpat, and Kalasungay

Special awards were also given:

Best in Promotional Tagline: “Madagway Upper Pulangi”

Most Engaged Film on Social Media: Upper Pulangi District (with 18,400 Facebook interactions)

The panel of judges for the competition included:

Mr. Jose Benito Ronolo – Director, Saka ta Malaybalay Promotional Video

Mr. Meljohn Placencia – Winner, IGPAAHA Outdoor Promotion Category

Mr. Derek Jeter Olano – Winner, IGPAAHA Seasons 1 and 2

The “IGPAAHA TA BARANGAY” competition provided a platform for the barangays of Malaybalay City to showcase their distinct features and attract attention to their respective communities. Through the power of film and social media engagement, the event successfully promoted tourism and raised awareness about the diverse offerings of each barangay.

Report: City Accounting Office – NADA