Philippines - Salesian Economers in FIS Province gather for annual meeting, focus on sustainability and asset management
Cebu, Philippines – April 2024 - The economers from several Salesian institutions in the Salesian Province of the Southern Philippines (FIS) met at the Don Bosco Provincial House on 23 April for their annual meeting. The meeting focused on responsible management, sustainability and best practices in resource management. The program began with a contribution from Fr Fidel Orendain, Superior of the FIS Province who highlighted the proactive approach of the Province in caring for the confreres, staff, the natural environment and infrastructure. He also explored initiatives towards sustainability. Following Fr Orendain's address, Fr Mike Samaniego, financial administrator of the diocese of Lipa, held a session on the management of asset portfolios. In the afternoon session, the following were presented: the report by Fr Adriano Satura; the Facilities Management Manual by Fr Mario Baclig, and updates on Ms Leah Samson's FIS projects. The meeting ended with a session on cybersecurity and digital asset management for the economy, led by Fr Keith Amodia. The annual meeting of economers served as a platform for knowledge sharing and collaborative reflection towards a more sustainable FIS Province.