The NCCA proudly anchors the last leg of its nationwide Press Conference for the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan Call for Nominations in Davao City.

The press conference is set to take place at the Conference Hall of the Rogen Inn on Friday, October 9, 2026, this gathering extends a formal invitation to national and local media organizations across Mindanao, alongside cultural institutions, indigenous communities and potential nominating bodies.

As a cornerstone for safeguarding traditional arts, the press conference offers an in-depth look into the GAMABA Selection Process, providing critical guidance on identifying and nominating traditional artists who uphold the importance of the cultural legacy of the nation.

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Sources:

• National Commission for Culture and the Arts Facebook page via;
• Davao City Office for Culture and the Arts Facebook page