The program aims to encourage communities to take a proactive stance in the government’s fight against corruption, illegal drugs and criminality. DILG Secretary Ismael Sueno said the program is expected to bring together members of the community against illegal drugs. Through the MASA MASID program,citizens and other concerned sectors can help the government in its campaign to rid the country of crime and illegal drugs,” Sueno explained. MASA MASID is envisioned to unite different organizations in creating safer and drug-free communities in the country. The expanded UBAS TWG shall be responsible for promoting MASA MASID as a mechanism to respond to the needs of their respective LGUs, and shall provide technical assistance to MASA MASID Teams in every village.

Source: Manila Times September 28, 2016 14:26 UTC