Theme: Bridging Gaps, Building Futures: Innovating Solutions at the 2nd Socialized Housing Summit
Background
Building Safe and Secure Communities is one of the pillars under the Philippine Development Plan 2017- 2022. Two key concerns that the housing sector currently face are the inadequacy of the sector budget allocation and the growing housing backlog. (econgress.gov.ph,2022)
The housing crisis in the Philippines, particularly within the socialized, economic, and low-cost sectors, is a challenge of both national and social dimensions. While the government and some private entities have initiated steps towards bridging the housing gap, the need for a collective and comprehensive strategy is paramount.
Objectives
The 2nd Socialized Housing Summit aspires to be a catalyst for impactful change, fostering an environment where partnerships among diverse stakeholders are nurtured and actionable and sustainable strategies to address the housing crisis are formulated. By amplifying awareness and facilitating knowledge-sharing about socialized housing, the summit seeks to weave a collaborative network across sectors. The event will spotlight successful models and government programs, enhancing their visibility and inspiring replication or adaptation across varied contexts. Ultimately, the summit aims to fortify collective efforts towards ensuring accessible, sustainable, and dignified housing for every Filipino, bridging gaps through innovation, collaboration, and shared expertise.
1. Showcase Innovative Housing Models
2. Share Government Insights and Programs
3. Engage Private Sector Involvement
4. Navigate through Land Titling and People-Led Housing Initiatives
PROGRAM
| Day 1: March 18 | |
| 9-9:30 | Registration and Coffee |
| 9:30- 10:30 | Welcome Remarks: Roberto Galang, Dean Ateneo School of Management Keynote Speaker: Sen. Risa Hontiveros (TBC) |
| 10:30- 12:30 | Plenary Discussion: A Canvas of Experiences and Innovations Ms. Norlie Quesada Corneby, Ateneo Gawad Kalinga Mr. Dexter Lo, VP Social Development, Xavier University Mr. Vince Rapisura, Co-founder and President, SEDPI Group of Social Enterprises |
| 12:30- 2:00 | Lunch |
| 2:00- 4:00 | Plenary Discussion: Governmental Housing Programs – A Closer Look Dr. Marife Ballesteros, Vice Resident, Philippine Institute for Development Studies Usec. Lyle Filomeo Pasco (TBC), Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development Atty. Junefe Payot, Executive Vice President, Social Housing Finance Corporation Mr. Santiago Ducay, Executive Director, Subdivision and Housing Developers Association |
| 4:00- 4:15 | Back to plenary, closing. End of Day 1 |
| Day 2, March 19 | |
| 9-9:30 | Registration and Coffee |
| 9:30- 11:30 | Plenary Discussion: How can Socialized Housing Address SDG 11 on Sustainable Cities and Communities? – Challenges and Opportunities Hon. Marilene Acosta, Chief Executive Officer, Pag-IBIG Fund Mr. Panya Boonsirithum, Founder, Citihub Engr. Marcelino Mendoza, Chairman of the Board, Organization of Socialized and Economic Housing Developers of the Philippines (OSHDP), Inc. |
| 12:00 – 1:30 | Lunch and Networking |
| 1:30 – 3:30 | Plenary Discussion: Navigating Through Land Titling and People-Led Housing Initiatives Engr. Romeo P. Verzosa, Assistant Director, Land Management Bureau, DENR Mr. Buboy Magahis, Executive Director, Kilos Maralita Ms. Luz Yringco, Assistant Secretary, Cooperative Development Authority Mr. Kamrul Tarafder, Chief Executive Officer, ASA Philippines |
| 3:30-4:00 | Closing Remarks and Way Forward |
