Davao City’s Cooperative Development Office (CCDO) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing technical, operational, and financial support to local cooperatives. The office emphasized its role in ensuring that cooperatives remain viable and responsive to community needs. This pledge comes amid ongoing efforts to enhance economic resilience in the region.
The CCDO clarified its distinct responsibilities from the City Development Authority (CDA), stressing that while both entities work toward urban development, their approaches differ. The CCDO focuses on empowering grassroots organizations, while the CDA handles broader municipal planning.
The reaffirmation of support follows recent assessments of cooperative performance and feedback from local leaders. Officials noted that the support will include training programs, resource allocation, and policy guidance to help cooperatives adapt to changing market conditions.
The move is seen as part of a broader strategy to promote self-reliance and sustainable development in Davao City. Local leaders expressed appreciation for the CCDO’s continued engagement in fostering community-based economic initiatives.
