FDCP’s refocused programs for PH film and audiovisual sectors to cope with the Covid-19 crisis

Like with the rest of the government agencies in the country and around the world, the Film Development Council of the Philippines’ planned projects, events, and programs this year have been severely affected and this has brought us a new perspective on how to provide services and engage stakeholders.

Now, we continue to render public service and work for the betterment of the film and audiovisual industry.

The agency took the following necessary steps to adapt to what would surely be our new normal for the FDCP and its programs:

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