May 17, 2026

The Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives successfully hosted the Sagip Saka Regional Forum – Region 1 in collaboration with AgriCooPh, Department of Agriculture Region 1, and the Cooperative Development Authority held on May 15, 2026 at the NSCC Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, Don Alejandro Quirolgico, Caoayan, Ilocos Sur.

The forum gathered representatives from various government agencies, organizations, and stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and support programs that empower farmers, fisherfolk, and local communities through sustainable agricultural initiatives.

NSCC Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Divina C. Quemi, warmly welcomed the participants and emphasized the importance of unity, partnership, and collective action in promoting inclusive growth and development within the agricultural sector.

The event was graced by distinguished guests and speakers:
• Mr. Van Ian F. Enriquez – CDA RO-1
• Mr. Jose Romeo Ebron – CEO, AgriCooPh
• Ms. Roda Galban – Head, AMAD-DA-RO1
• Ms. Krae Mae Tiri – DOH Region 1
• Atty. Paul M. Balag-ey – BJMP Region 1
• Engr. John Foz – Provincial Health Team Leader, DOH Ilocos Sur

NSCC extends its sincerest gratitude to all participants, partner agencies, and guests for making the event meaningful and successful. Together, let us continue building stronger partnerships towards sustainable agricultural development and empowered communities.


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#WeNeverStopConnectingToTheCommunity

May 11, 2026

Join us as we gather for the NSCC 34th Annual General Assembly this May 30, 2026 at the Vigan Convention Center, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur!

Let us continue strengthening our bond, sharing our vision, and building a brighter future for our cooperatives and communities.

Registration starts at 7:00 AM
Holy Mass begins at 9:00 AM

See you there, Ka-COOP!
#NSCC34thAGA #CoopUnity #NSCC #WeNeverStopConnectingToTheCommunity

May 07, 2026

A proud and momentous milestone as the Chief Executive Officer of the Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐂. 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐦𝐢, takes on a vital leadership role as the President of the Global One Ilocos Sur Association!
The association was officially launched in celebration of the 124th Labor Day at the CHAVIT Coliseum—marking a powerful step toward strengthened collaboration, inclusive growth, and empowered communities across Ilocos Sur.
This achievement reflects NSCC’s unwavering commitment to service, unity, and nation-building—proving once again that together, we move forward stronger and further. 💙

April 20, 2026

The Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives (NSCC), as partner-implementer of the 𝐕𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐛𝐞𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 led by the City Government of Vigan City, successfully held its Culminating Activity graced by 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐲 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐨𝐧 together with the 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬.

The Abel Pattern Training, conducted at NSCC through NSCC Macro Colleges, Inc., highlights the significance of 𝐀𝐛𝐞𝐥 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐤𝐨 as a treasured cultural heritage of Vigan. More than just a craft, Abel Iloko represents the identity, creativity, and resilience of the Bigueño people, preserving centuries-old weaving traditions while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for local artisans.

NSCC extends its heartfelt gratitude to the City Government of Vigan for the continued partnership in empowering communities and promoting cultural preservation through meaningful initiatives.
Viva Vigan! Mabuhay ang Abel Iloko! Mabuhay ang Kooperatiba!

March 30, 2026

March 27, 2026 | NSCC Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, Caoayan, Ilocos Sur

In a meaningful celebration of the National Women’s Month, the Cooperative Development Authority – Region 1, in collaboration with the Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives, successfully conducted a Gender and Development (GAD) Forum anchored on the theme, “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future.”

Held at the NSCC Plaza Hotel & Convention Center in Caoayan, Ilocos Sur, the forum gathered cooperative leaders, GAD focal persons, and representatives from various cooperatives across the region. The event served as a powerful platform to highlight the vital role of women in driving inclusive growth, strengthening communities, and advancing sustainable development within the cooperative sector.

The activity was made possible through the dedicated leadership of Dr. Emmanuel M. Santiaguel and Atty. Frederick Joe N. Robles, together with the committed team of CDA Region 1, whose efforts ensured a successful and impactful gathering.

The forum featured insightful discussions from distinguished resource speakers who shared their expertise and experiences. Engr. Irine Bringas, Chief Executive Officer of the Abra Diocesan Teachers and Employees Multi-Purpose Cooperative, emphasized the importance of integrating gender mainstreaming in cooperative programs and services. Her discussion underscored how inclusive policies and practices can empower both women and men, ultimately strengthening cooperative performance.

Equally inspiring were the sessions on women empowerment delivered by Ms. Rosalina Navata of the United Christians Multipurpose Cooperative, Ms. Luzviminda Apuya of the Suyo Multi-Purpose Cooperative, Ms. Bernadette Relon of the Fatima (Vigan) Multi-Purpose Cooperative, and Ms. Eva Garnace-Borja of the Sta. Cruz Savings and Development Cooperative. Their collective message highlighted the strength, resilience, and leadership of women in shaping progressive and people-centered cooperatives.

Adding depth to the forum, Dr. Marifel Q. Acena, Head of SWSO & MAGC Program of the University of Northern Philippines, delivered an important session on mental health awareness. She emphasized the need to prioritize well-being, especially among women leaders who continuously balance multiple roles in their personal and professional lives.

The event also celebrated creativity and active participation through the TikTok and Poster Making Contests, recognizing outstanding entries that captured the spirit of women empowerment and cooperative values. Awardees were honored for their talent and meaningful contributions to the celebration.

With the active participation of GAD focal persons, representatives, and cooperative members, the forum became a venue of learning, empowerment, and solidarity—reinforcing the shared commitment to gender equality and sustainable development.

As the event concluded, it left a lasting reminder that empowered women are catalysts of change—leaders who shape stronger cooperatives and more resilient communities.

Mabuhay ang mga Kababaihan!
Mabuhay ang Kooperatiba!

March 24, 2026

The future of the cooperative movement is in good hands,especially when the youth are empowered to lead.

“𝐶𝑜𝑜𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑠, 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑌𝑜𝑢𝑡ℎ 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑔𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑠, 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑣𝑖𝑑𝑒 𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑏𝑒𝑠𝑡 𝑎𝑣𝑒𝑛𝑢𝑒𝑠 𝑤ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝑡𝑟𝑢𝑙𝑦 𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑛 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑔𝑟𝑜𝑤. 𝑆𝑡𝑎𝑟𝑡 𝑏𝑒𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎𝑛 𝑒𝑥𝑎𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑒 𝑡𝑜𝑑𝑎𝑦 𝑏𝑒𝑐𝑎𝑢𝑠𝑒 𝑤𝑒, 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑐𝑜𝑜𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑟𝑠, 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑓𝑖𝑑𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑐𝑜𝑜𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑠 𝑖𝑛 𝐼𝑙𝑜𝑐𝑜𝑠 𝑆𝑢𝑟, 𝑛𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑏𝑦 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑠, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑎𝑐𝑟𝑜𝑠𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑃ℎ𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑝𝑝𝑖𝑛𝑒𝑠 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑟𝑒𝑚𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑔. 𝑊𝑒 𝑡𝑟𝑢𝑙𝑦 𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑖𝑒𝑣𝑒 𝑖𝑛 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑡𝑎𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑜𝑝𝑝𝑜𝑟𝑡𝑢𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑙𝑖𝑒 𝑎ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑑 𝑜𝑓 𝑦𝑜𝑢.” – Usec. Alexander B. Raquepo, Chairperson, Cooperative Development Authority

March 14, 2026 | NSCC Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, Caoayan, Ilocos Sur

The Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives (NSCC) successfully held the 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐒𝐂𝐂 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 with the inspiring theme: “Purpose-Driven Leadership: Why the Future is Cooperative – and Youth are Leading It.” The event gathered young cooperative leaders, educators, and partners in a meaningful day of learning, inspiration, and collaboration.
NSCC extends its heartfelt gratitude to Hon. Usec. Alexander B. Raquepo, Chairperson of the Cooperative Development Authority, for gracing the occasion and delivering an inspiring message that encouraged the youth to embrace leadership with purpose and integrity.

Our sincere appreciation also goes to our distinguished speakers who generously shared their expertise and insights:
• 𝐃𝐫. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐚, Head of SWSO & MAGC Program, UNP – “Strong Minds: Brighter Future”
• 𝐌𝐬. 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐨, Youth Committee Officer, NATCCO – “Youth Shaping Tomorrow Through Cooperative Leadership”
• 𝐃𝐫. 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐨, President of Prime Aces College – “Beyond 6–7: Raising the Standard of Youth Leadership in Cooperatives”

Their powerful discussions empowered the young participants, broadening their understanding and strengthening their commitment to purposeful leadership within the cooperative movement.

We also extend our appreciation to 𝐌𝐬. 𝐉𝐨𝐞𝐟𝐡𝐲𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐬 for sharing her time and expertise as judge in the contests held during the event.

Congratulations to the newly elected NSCC Federation Youth Representative, 𝐌𝐬. 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐚! May your leadership inspire fellow youth to continue championing the values and vision of the cooperative movement.

To all the youth participants, teachers, parents, and partner schools, thank you for your unwavering support and active participation. Your presence and enthusiasm continue to inspire us to create more opportunities that nurture the next generation of cooperative leaders.

Indeed, as NSCC continues its mission, we never stop connecting to the community.

February 05, 2026

The Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives (NSCC) successfully conducted the 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 on January 30–31, 2026, at the NSCC Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, Caoayan, Ilocos Sur. The two-day activity gathered officers, directors, and members of various cooperatives, all committed to strengthening leadership, accountability, and effective management within their respective organizations.

The seminar featured 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐲. 𝐄𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐀. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐫. 𝐉𝐨𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚 as Resource Speakers, who generously shared their knowledge and expertise on cooperative governance, management practices, and the roles and responsibilities of cooperative leaders. Their insights provided participants with practical guidance and a deeper understanding of sound governance essential to sustaining strong and responsive cooperatives.

NSCC extends its sincere appreciation to all the participants for their active engagement and continued support of the programs and services of the consortium. This successful activity reflects NSCC’s ongoing commitment to capacity building and its mission to empower cooperatives through education and collaboration.

Mabuhay ang Kooperatiba!

January 05, 2026

The 𝐍𝐮𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 (𝐍𝐒𝐂𝐂) 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 officially opened its operations for 2026 with hearts full of gratitude through a Thanksgiving Mass held on January 5, 2026, at the NSCC Stella Maris Chapel, Pug-Os, Cabugao, Ilocos Sur.
The meaningful celebration was officiated by 𝐌𝐬𝐠𝐫. 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐨, 𝐉𝐫., together with 𝐑𝐞𝐯. 𝐅𝐫. 𝐈𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐭 and 𝐑𝐞𝐯. 𝐅𝐫. 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐚, as NSCC officers and employees gathered to thank the Lord for the blessings of the past year and to seek guidance, strength, and grace for the year ahead.
Following the Mass, a 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 was conducted, providing a valuable opportunity to align goals, renew commitment, and set the 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞𝐬 as NSCC moves forward with unity, dedication, and renewed purpose.
As NSCC begins another year of service, this gathering serves as a reminder that with faith, teamwork, and shared vision, the Network continues to connect to the community and move forward with hope, gratitude, and praise.
✨ New Year. New Grace. New Praise. ✨