Marawi City – The Office of the Chief Minister’s Marawi Rehabilitation Program (OCM-MRP) began distributing one-time cash assistance of P5,000 to 1,500 high school students from internally displaced persons (IDP) families on Monday, February 9, 2026.
Supporting Education in Post-Conflict Marawi
The financial aid is intended to alleviate education-related expenses and encourage continued schooling for displaced learners as Marawi undergoes long-term rehabilitation. Initial distributions took place at the MRP management office, reaching 300 students, with remaining beneficiaries scheduled to receive assistance in the coming days.
Member of Parliament and MRP Program Manager Said Shiek emphasized the importance of education, stating, “As one of the mujahideen who fought for our rights for more than 40 years — and who will continue to fight for it for your (young generation) sake — I hope this small assistance will assist you, and future generations, in reaching your dreams.” Shiek also connected the initiative to broader regional progress, noting it “reflects the gains of peace and the moral governance we now enjoy in the region.”
Nor-Ashly Nader, a Grade 9 student and recipient of the aid, expressed gratitude, saying, “I am very grateful and honored to be one of the grantees. This support will help students like us to continue our education.”
Expanding Educational Support
According to MRP Supervising Head Engr. Abdulhanif Ondi, the program’s reach will extend beyond high school students. 1,500 qualified college-level IDP students are slated to receive P10,000 each this semester, following the completion of high school payouts. 1,500 qualified IDP educators are earmarked for P5,000 grants, and elementary-level IDP students will receive school supply kits at a later date.
These efforts are part of the OCM-MRP’s overall mission to support internally displaced persons and prioritize education as a cornerstone of Marawi’s recovery and development.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the OCM-MRP?
The OCM-MRP is the Office of the Chief Minister’s Marawi Rehabilitation Program, responsible for assisting internally displaced persons and supporting Marawi’s post-conflict recovery.
How many students will receive assistance?
A total of 1,500 high school students from IDP families are set to receive P5,000 each. 1,500 college students will receive P10,000 each, and 1,500 educators will receive P5,000 each.
When will all students receive the aid?
The initial distribution of P5,000 to 300 high school students occurred on February 9, 2026, with the remaining high school students scheduled to receive their grants in the coming days. College student aid will follow after the high school payouts are complete.
As Marawi continues its path to recovery, what role will continued educational support play in the long-term well-being of its residents?
