𝐉𝐇𝐂𝐒𝐂 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐌𝐎𝐔 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐞𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐉𝐌𝐏 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐗

J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC), under the leadership of President Dr. Edgardo H. Rosales, sealed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Regional Office IX, headed by Regional Director JCSUPT Amado A. Concepcion Jr., CESE, on November 5, 2025, at the JHCSC Hostel, Pagadian City Extension Campus. The partnership aims to strengthen environmental conservation efforts through coral propagation and reef restoration initiatives in the region.

The ceremonial signing was graced by Atty. Esther Marie S. Ringon, Chief Legal Officer; Prof. Ruel S. Lasagas, Research Director; and Dr. Patricia D. Bahian, Pagadian Campus Director. Also present were personnel from BJMP Regional Office IX and guests from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region IX, led by Assistant Regional Director for Technical Services Mr. Christopher B. Babaran, who expressed support for the joint endeavor.

During the ceremony, both institutions affirmed their commitment to implement the program immediately. JHCSC will contribute its specialized knowledge in marine and environmental sciences, whereas the BJMP will provide the vital resources required to carry out the pilot initiative effectively. The DENR also stated that it will oversee the post-monitoring and implementation phases to ensure the project’s sustainability and effectiveness.

This pioneering program between JHCSC and BJMP—the first of its kind in the country—underscores their shared commitment to environmental protection and sustainable innovation. It reflects a unified effort to transform science-based initiatives into concrete actions that restore marine ecosystems and promote a healthier, more resilient environment.