For PARA Board Member Lawrence Atanacio, DU1SVY

 

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Lawrence M. Atanacio, DU1SVY

Candidate for PARA Board Member

Profile:

• Amateur Radio Class “A” Licensee (Extra Class)

• BOD/Secretary,  Ham Radio Emergency Communications Group, Inc.

• Corporate Secretary,  Philippine Amateur Radio Association Inc.  (2023–present)

• District Director,  Philippine Amateur Radio Association Inc.  (2017–2022)

• Lifetime Member,  Philippine Amateur Radio Association Inc.

• Former Call Signs: DY1SVY, DW1SVY, DV1SVY, 4F1SVY 

Plans, Goals, and Advocacy:
If elected, I will strengthen coordination among District Directors to make PARA more efficient, transparent, and accountable.

promote digital innovation to enhance services and expand membership engagement through training, capacity-building, and emergency communication programs.

Initiated the revival of the  District 1 Pakulo  in 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2021 and organized the District 1 Swap Meet in 2021 and  District 1 Grand Eyeball 2022  at Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife. I will continue strengthening coordination with the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC), LGUs, the Philippine National Police, Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary, and organizations like the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and media groups to introduce the youth and the public to amateur radio.

These partnerships aim to  broaden the reach of our organization  and increase membership by showing the lasting value of ham radio in the modern world.

Ultimately, my goal is for PARA to be  recognized worldwide  as an organization of  amateurs, hobbyists, and public servants  not only in times of need, but also as a vital means of communication anywhere and everywhere.

Together, let's make PARA a more united, proactive, and service-driven organizationtrue to the spirit of volunteerism and heroism through amateur radio.

 

Radio Pilipinas Special Coverage 11-9-2025 Super Typhoon Uwan

 

Radio Pilipinas Special Coverage 11-9-2025 Super Typhoon Uwan

DX1HAM HERO NET CALL

DX1HAM HERO NET CALL

Time: 8:00 PM (PST)

Frequency: 144.960 MHz

All stations are invited to check in and support the DX1HAM HERO Net Call tonight.

Please state your name, location, and traffic upon check-in.

Welcome to Our New DX1HAM Members!

Welcome to Our New DX1HAM Members!

The Ham Radio Emergency Communications Group Inc. (DX1HAM) warmly welcomes our newest members to the growing DX1HAM family!

Let’s give a round of applause to our newly accepted members:

• Darwin Sarmiento, 4I1WIN

• Jed Peralta, 4G1FLB

• Alvin Peralta, 4H1GYO

Your enthusiasm and commitment to the spirit of amateur radio service and emergency communications are truly appreciated. As provisionary members, we look forward to your active participation in DX1HAM activities.

Together, let’s continue to promote preparedness, camaraderie, and public service through radio communications.

Welcome aboard, and 73!

DX1HAM Supports 68th Jamboree-On-the-Air (JOTA) and 29th Jamboree-On-the-Internet (JOTI)

 

DX1HAM Supports the 68th Jamboree-On-the-Air and  29th Jamboree-On-the-Internet

Held at Chiang Kai Shek College, Tondo, Manila

Theme: “A World Shaped by Youth”

The Ham Radio Emergency Communications Group Inc. (DX1HAM) proudly extended its assistance to the District 2 Schools of the Manila Council, Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) during the successful conduct of the 68th Jamboree-On-the-Air (JOTA) and 29th Jamboree-On-the-Internet (JOTI) held at Chiang Kai Shek College, Tondo, Manila.

With the theme “A World Shaped by Youth,” this year's JOTA-JOTI celebration highlighted the power of young people to create positive change through communication, collaboration, and technology.

DX1HAM members provided technical support, amateur radio demonstrations, and communication link setups , allowing Scouts to experience real-time radio exchanges with fellow Scouts across the globe.

This partnership exemplifies DX1HAM's ongoing advocacy to promote amateur radio as a vital tool for learning, global friendship, and emergency preparedness , in collaboration with the Boy Scouts of the Philippines and participating schools in the Manila Council.

68th JAMBOREE-ON-THE-AIR (JOTA) 29th JAMBOREE-ON-THE-INTERNET (JOTI)

Get ready Scouts and Radio Friends!

DX1HAM will be active for the  Jamboree -On -The-Air (JOTA) / Jamboree-On-The-Air (JOTI) this October 18, 2025!

Join us on the airwaves as we connect, communicate, and celebrate global scouting through amateur radio.

Let's make new friends, exchange callsigns, and share the spirit of jamboree!

𝑪𝑸 𝑱𝒂𝒎𝒃𝒐𝒓𝒆𝒆! 𝑪𝑸 𝑱𝒂𝒎𝒃𝒐𝒓𝒆𝒆! this is 𝗗𝗫𝟭𝗛𝗔𝗠

Stay tuned and see you on the frequency!

JOTA JOTI TWG 2025

FSE Edwin A. Delos Santos, Over All Coordinator

John P. Ballon, Council Admin Officer

Lawrence M. Atanacio, TWG JOTA-JOTI Coordinator

DisCom Jonathan Memoracion, District 2A Commissioner

Aleleio Tuliao, District 2B Commissioner

Naty Sia, Physical Arrangement

DX1HAM Team

Darwin Gavino, DU1DG

Ronald Yap, DU1SVZ

Don Paredes, DV1DDZ

Darwin Sarmiento, 4I1MBC

Mark Dela Cruz, 4I1MBC

Nicolle Dela Cruz, 4I1NBD

Arnel Pastor, 4I1NEL

DX1HAM Joins GSP 2025 International Friendship Exchange & DX Contest

The Ham Radio Emergency Communications Group Inc. (DX1HAM) is proud to participate in the Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP) 2025 International Friendship Exchange (INFEX) and DX Contest on February 15, 2025. This special event celebrates World Thinking Day, with the theme:"Our Story: Reflecting the Symbolism and Values of Our Movement." DX1HAM will support the event by facilitating amateur radio communications, engaging young scouts in radio operations, and promoting the spirit of global friendship through the INFEX DX Contest. Our participation aims to inspire the next generation of communicators and emergency responders while strengthening international goodwill.