National Convergence Initiative for Sustainable Rural Development
(NCI-SRD) is a collaboration among key government agencies such as the:
*Department of
Agriculture (DA)
*Department of
Agrarian Reform (DAR)
*Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
*Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)
These agencies collaborate to align programs and resources for rural
development through convergence areas.
How to propose Areas for inclusion in the National Convergence Initiative for Sustainable Rural Development (NCI-SRD).
Step-by-Step:
How to Propose Areas for SRD-NCI
1. Understand
the NCI-SRD Framework
The initiative focuses on resource-based and community-centered development.
Areas are
selected based on:
Presence of government lands (e.g.,
agrarian reform, forest lands)
Development potential
Needs of farming/fishing communities
Multi-agency relevance
2. Coordinate
with Local Government Units (LGUs)
* LGUs play a key role in nominating areas
for convergence.
* Work with Municipal or
Provincial Planning and Development Offices (MPDO/PPDO) to draft a proposal or
expression of interest.
3. Assess and
Document the Area
Gather data such as:
* Agro-ecological characteristics
* Livelihood profiles
* Environmental challenges
* Infrastructure and services
*
Identify which NCI agencies would have overlapping mandates or programs in the
area.
4. Draft a
Proposal or Concept Note
Typical contents include:
*Name and location of proposed area
*Justification for inclusion (alignment
with SRD goals)
*Current development issues
*Opportunities for
convergence (e.g., agri development, tenure security, watershed management)
*Stakeholder map (LGUs, community orgs,
IPs, cooperatives, etc.)
5. Submit to
Regional Convergence Initiative
* Proposals are usually reviewed at the Regional
Convergence Initiative for Sustainable Rural Development (RCI-SRD) level.
* RCI-SRD is composed of regional
representatives of DA, DAR, DENR, and DILG.
6. Follow Up
and Participate in Planning
* If accepted, the area may be included in:
*Site validation
*Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA)
*Convergence Area Development Planning
(CADP)
7. Ensure
Community Engagement
* Projects under SRD-NCI must reflect community
priorities and local ownership.
* Engage local leaders, cooperatives,
indigenous groups, and women’s associations early in the process.
📍Example of
Impact Areas
Upland communities with forest lands under DENR, agrarian reform areas under DAR, and agricultural zones under DA.
Areas with potential for eco-tourism, sustainable agriculture, and indigenous cultural preservation.
Sites facing
environmental degradation or poverty but with strong local government support.
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Institutional Framework
NCI-SRD National Steering Committee – Oversees policy direction.
Technical Working Group (TWG) – Handles program development and coordination.
Regional
Convergence Initiative (RCI-SRD) – Implements and monitors activities at the
regional level.
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Why It Matters
The NCI-SRD
tackles rural poverty, environmental degradation, and inefficiencies in
government service delivery by breaking down agency silos and putting
communities at the center of development.
LINKs:
National Convergence Initiative for Sustainable Rural Development (NCI-SRD)
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