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QC backs community pantries
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has pledged to protect community pantry organizers and beneficiaries from alleged red-tagging by government security officials.
Belmonte personally assured Ana Patricia Non, the organizer of the Maginhawa Community Pantry, and other individuals involved in similar initiatives that the city government fully supports their endeavors.
The local government will ensure the safety and unimpeded operation of community pantries, which aim to assist families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The city government has sent assistance through their Task Force Disiplina and has coordinated with village officials to maintain peace and order.
Belmonte has requested an investigation into security concerns raised by pantry organizers and has met with Police Director Brig. Gen. Antonio Yarra.
People lining up for free goods are reminded to observe minimum health and safety standards, including wearing masks and safe physical distancing.
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