The Quezon City Vendors Business School Ordinance has been recognized as one of the Official Gold Awardees in the inaugural Gawad Galing Lokal na Batas (GGLB), an award celebrating innovative and impactful local legislation.

This ordinance represents a breakthrough in supporting local vendors, empowering them with skills and knowledge to improve their businesses, enhance food safety, and strengthen livelihoods. Presented by the Philippine Councilors League (PCL), the award highlights local laws that demonstrate strong governance, innovation, and meaningful community impact.

When Science Meets Policy: The Story Behind the Ordinance

The recognition of the Vendors Business School Ordinance tells a broader story of how research and local governance can come together to create lasting change.

In October 2023, CGIAR partnered with the Quezon City Government to pilot the Vendor Business School (VBS), a research-driven initiative designed to strengthen the capacity of informal food vendors. The program addressed challenges including limited capital, lack of business training, food safety risks, and the impacts of climate change on daily market operations.

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Article by:  Arma Bertuso, Research Associate, Urban Food, Reviewed by Silvia Alonso, Principal Scientist- ILRI, Phoebe Ricarte- Associate Scientist -IRRI and Martha Awinoh- Senior Communication Specialist-CIP

Photo by: Quezon City Government