120 citizen soldiers complete training in Isulan after civilian volunteers from Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, North Cotabato, and South Cotabato completed Basic Citizen Military Training at RCD12 in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat. Announced via Governor Datu Pax Ali S. Mangudadatu, the graduates joined the Ready Reserve Force and were described as prepared to support the country during conflict, disasters, and emergencies.
Key Takeaways
- Graduates: 120 civilian volunteers across four SOCCSKSARGEN / Region 12 provinces
- Location: Training conducted at RCD12 in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
- Outcome: The announcement says the graduates joined the Ready Reserve Force
- Primary Role: Support during conflict, disasters, and emergencies
Table of Contents
- 120 Citizen Soldiers Complete Training in Isulan
- Volunteers Represent Four Mindanao Provinces
- Training Conducted at RCD12 in Isulan
- What Is Basic Citizen Military Training?
- Graduates Join the Ready Reserve Force
- Legal Framework: Republic Act No. 7077
- Reservists’ Role in Disasters and Emergencies
- “Mission-Ready” Status Explained
- Conclusion
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Editorial Note
120 Citizen Soldiers Complete Training in Isulan
120 citizen soldiers complete training in Isulan after civilian volunteers from four Mindanao provinces completed their Basic Citizen Military Training (BCMT) at RCD12 in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat, according to an announcement shared through the Facebook page of Governor Datu Pax Ali S. Mangudadatu.
The newly trained citizen soldiers joined the Ready Reserve Force of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, with the announcement describing them as prepared to support the country during conflict, disasters, and emergencies.
According to the announcement, the 120 participants joined the Ready Reserve Force after completing BCMT.
Volunteers Represent Four Mindanao Provinces
The 120 graduates came from four provinces in Mindanao:
- Sultan Kudarat
- Sarangani
- North Cotabato
- South Cotabato
The Facebook post does not provide a province-by-province breakdown. The 120 figure is a combined total from all four provinces.
Training Conducted at RCD12 in Isulan
The training was held at RCD12 in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat. The Facebook post identifies the location as RCD12. The article retains “RCD12” when referring specifically to the terminology used in Governor Mangudadatu’s announcement.
A Facebook page associated with the 12th Regional Community Defense Group (H12RCDG) uses the designation H12RCDG. The unit is part of the Reserve Command, Philippine Army (ARESCOM) .
What Is Basic Citizen Military Training?
Basic Citizen Military Training (BCMT) is a program designed to equip civilian volunteers with essential military skills and knowledge. According to the AFP Reserve Command (AFPRESCOM) , BCMT is one of the primary modes of enlisting reservists, alongside the Military Orientation Training Course (MOTC).
The Facebook announcement confirms that the 120 participants completed BCMT, though it does not specify the exact duration of their training.
Graduates Join the Ready Reserve Force
According to the Facebook announcement, the 120 graduates joined the Ready Reserve Force of the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
Under Republic Act No. 7077, the Citizen Armed Force (Reserve Force) consists of the Ready Reserve and the Standby Reserve. Ready Reserve Units (RRUs) are organized, trained, and maintained, subject to call at any time to augment the Regular Force in times of war and other emergencies.
Legal Framework: Republic Act No. 7077
Republic Act No. 7077 , the “Citizen Armed Force or Armed Forces of the Philippines Reservist Act,” provides the legal framework for the development, administration, organization, training, maintenance, and utilization of the Citizen Armed Force.
Under the law, the mission of the Reserve Force is to:
- Provide the base for the expansion of the AFP in the event of war, invasion, or rebellion
- Assist in relief and rescue during disasters or calamities
- Assist in socioeconomic development
- Assist in the operation and maintenance of essential government or private utilities
The 120 graduates now form part of the reserve-force framework established under Philippine law.
Reservists’ Role in Disasters and Emergencies
The Facebook announcement specifically describes the 120 citizen soldiers as prepared to support the country during conflict, disasters, and emergencies. This aligns with the official mission of the Reserve Force under Republic Act No. 7077.
Under RA 7077, the Reserve Force is tasked to assist in relief and rescue during disasters or calamities.
“Mission-Ready” Status Explained
The Facebook announcement describes the 120 citizen soldiers as “mission-ready,” “force multipliers,” and “public servants.” These descriptions come directly from the source and should be attributed to the Facebook announcement.
The term “mission-ready” refers to their preparedness to support the country in various capacities, not “combat-ready” in the sense of full-time active-duty soldiers.
Conclusion
120 citizen soldiers complete training in Isulan, marking the completion of Basic Citizen Military Training for civilian volunteers from Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, North Cotabato, and South Cotabato.
According to the announcement shared through Governor Datu Pax Ali S. Mangudadatu’s Facebook page, the 120 participants joined the Ready Reserve Force and were described as prepared to support the country during conflict, disasters, and emergencies.
The announcement does not provide a province-by-province breakdown, individual ranks, unit assignments, training duration, or future deployment details.
For more updates on news in Sultan Kudarat, follow official announcements from the Provincial Government of Sultan Kudarat and SultanKudarat.com .
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many civilian volunteers completed the training?
120 citizen soldiers complete training in Isulan after civilian volunteers finished their Basic Citizen Military Training at RCD12 in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat, according to the Facebook announcement.
2. Which provinces did the participants come from?
The participants came from Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, North Cotabato, and South Cotabato. The post did not provide a numerical breakdown for each province.
3. What training did the 120 volunteers complete?
They completed Basic Citizen Military Training (BCMT) , a program designed to equip civilian volunteers with essential military skills and knowledge.
4. Where was the training conducted?
The training was conducted at RCD12 in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat. The article retains “RCD12” as used in the announcement.
5. What happens after completing BCMT?
According to the announcement, the graduates joined the Ready Reserve Force of the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
6. Are Ready Reserve Force members active-duty soldiers?
No. Ready reservists form part of the AFP reserve component rather than the regular active-duty force. Their mobilization and utilization are governed by Philippine law and applicable AFP regulations.
7. What will the reservists be doing?
The Facebook announcement describes them as prepared to support the country during conflict, disasters, and emergencies. Under RA 7077, the Reserve Force is tasked to assist in relief and rescue during disasters or calamities.
8. How many participants came from Sultan Kudarat?
The Facebook post does not provide a province-by-province breakdown. The 120 figure is a combined total from all four provinces.
9. What is RCD12?
The Facebook announcement identifies the training site as RCD12 in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat. The article retains “RCD12” when referring specifically to the terminology used in Governor Mangudadatu’s announcement.
10. What is Republic Act No. 7077?
Republic Act No. 7077 is the “Citizen Armed Force or Armed Forces of the Philippines Reservist Act,” which provides the legal framework for the Citizen Armed Force (Reserve Force).
Editorial Note
This article is based primarily on an announcement shared through the Facebook page of Governor Datu Pax Ali S. Mangudadatu stating that 120 civilian volunteers from Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, North Cotabato, and South Cotabato completed Basic Citizen Military Training at RCD12 in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat, and joined the Ready Reserve Force. The announcement describes the graduates as “mission-ready” force multipliers and public servants prepared to support the country during conflict, disasters, and emergencies.
The supplied post does not provide a province-by-province breakdown of participants, individual ranks, unit assignments, training duration, detailed curriculum, deployment schedules, or compensation information. Background information about Basic Citizen Military Training and the Ready Reserve Force is separately attributed to official AFP, Philippine Army, or Philippine legal sources.
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