More than 200 indigent children experienced an early Christmas celebration in the company of the local police in Ilocos Norte. 

The children took center stage in parlor games, enjoyed outings, and received Christmas gifts from the officers.

"Upang maranasan din naman nila yung buhay ng mga mas well to-do o yung mga bata na mas may kaya na nagpupunta sa mga malls, nag e-enjoy sa mga playstations, nagda-dine sa mga food chains at nagsho-shop," said Pcol. Julius Suriben, Director of the Ilocos Norte Police Provincial Office.

The event aimed to bring joy to kids during the holidays but also to foster a positive relationship between the community and the police force, and encourage children to consider a future in law enforcement.

“Ang purpose naman natin is mapalapit pa ‘yung mga bata sa mga kapulisan. Kung mapapansin naman kasi dito sa Ilocos Norte kaunti lang ang nag-a-apply sa PNP so isa na rin ito to promote the PNP as a career sa mga kabataan later," PCol. Suriben added.