Pasig City, Philippines
WHO Initiative on Urban Governance for Health and Well-being
WHO Initiative on Urban Governance for Health and Well-being - Philippines
Part of Metro Manila, Pasig City is a highly urbanized area known for its rapid urbanization, economic growth, and diverse population. It is composed of 30 barangays (villages in Filipino).
In 2023, the City of Pasig joined the Initiative under its mayor's leadership, quickly working to align the City Government Plan with constituents' health and well-being needs by strengthening participative decision-making. The mayor established a special Committee with representatives from various city sectors to manage the Initiative, foster intersectoral partnerships, address cross-cutting health issues, and coordinate with other city committees.
Through the Initiative, the City is committed to develop sustainable mechanisms that assures ongoing community participation in local planning efforts and aligning these activities with broader city development goals.