KEP

Knowledge Exchange Program

The Knowledge Exchange Program (KEP) is a flagship initiative of the DILG Region 5 Local Governance Regional Resource Center (LGRRC). It is designed to foster a culture of mutual learning among Local Government Units (LGUs) by facilitating the exchange of best practices in governance, while simultaneously promoting local tourism and culture.

Knowledge exchange library

Best Practices

Select a location to explore the corresponding video cards.

Best Practices: Bicol Region

Watch featured Bicol LGU practices that demonstrate practical, transferable approaches to local governance.

LARAWAN | Paracale's B.E.S.T Program: Empowering Barangay Leaders for Better Local Governance

LARAWAN | TUCAD Program: Bridging Gaps and Transforming Communities in Goa

LARAWAN: Resilience in Action - Showcasing Bicol LGUs' Best Practices in Mitigating the Economic Impact of COVID-19- Legazpi City

LARAWAN: Resilience in Action - Showcasing Bicol LGUs' Best Practices in Mitigating the Economic Impact of COVID-19- Municipality of Matnog

LARAWAN: Resilience in Action - Showcasing Bicol LGUs' Best Practices in Mitigating the Economic Impact of COVID-19- Municipality of Bulusan

LARAWAN: Tabaco City's GAD Good Practices

LARAWAN: Naga City's GAD Good Practices

Process flow

DILG R5 LGRRC Knowledge Exchange Program

From submission through post-activity evaluation, KEP follows a 10-step facilitation pathway based on the original KEP Concept Design.

  1. 1

    Submission of Requirements

    Interested LGUs submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) and Knowledge & Culture Portfolio (KCP), not later than 15 days before the scheduled activity.

  2. 2

    Initial Review & Validation

    LGRRC reviews completeness and relevance, then identifies priority learning areas and possible LGU matches.

  3. 3

    Program Finalization

    An activity design is developed covering technical benchmarking, knowledge sharing, and cultural/tourism showcase.

  4. 4

    Reciprocity Compliance

    The visiting LGU prepares a Champion Practice presentation so both LGUs act as learners and resource persons.

  5. 5

    Conduct of Exchange Activity

    The exchange includes technical benchmarking, a knowledge-sharing plenary, and cultural and tourism immersion.

  6. 6

    Submission of Learning Action Plan (LAP)

    Within 15 days, the visiting LGU submits a LAP with adoption or adaptation strategies and an implementation timeline.

  7. 7

    Promotional Exchange

    Both LGUs exchange tourism materials and display them in their respective information centers.

  8. 8

    Follow-through & Monitoring

    LGRRC monitors LAP implementation and the replication of champion practices.

  9. 9

    Knowledge Documentation

    Success stories are captured and featured in LGRRC knowledge products and platforms.

  10. 10

    Client Satisfaction Survey (CSS)

    Participating LGUs assess the quality, relevance, efficiency, and effectiveness of KEP facilitation and the KLP application.

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KEP Form Templates

Download the official templates, complete them offline, then merge everything into one PDF before using the submission form below.

For LGUs: For Application

For C/MLGOO: For Monitoring

  • DownloadSample KEP Monitoring & Evaluation
Tip: Download and complete each template carefully, then upload them separately in the submission form below. Incomplete attachments may delay initial review and validation.

Submit your KEP package

Are you ready to Submit?

Complete the data capture form below, then upload each completed template as a separate PDF. You will receive a tracking number and confirmation email after successful submission.

1. Applicant information

1.5 Designated KEP Focal Person (Point of Contact)

Where system updates and matching alerts will be sent. Must be an authorized office email recognized by the system.

2. Upload completed templates

Upload each completed form as a separate PDF (maximum 5 MB each). Do not merge them into one file.

For LGUs: For Application

For C/MLGOO: For Monitoring