On October 14, 2024, the Correctional Institution for Women (CIW) hosted an honorary retirement ceremony, celebrating the distinguished careers of CT/CSUPT MA LOURDES M RAZON, MD, and CO1 Ma Cecilia Veneracion. The event took place at the CIW parade ground, where colleagues, friends, and family gathered to pay tribute to the retirees’ dedicated service to the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor).
The ceremony featured a traditional Pass and Review, with both retirees recognized for their significant contributions to the bureau. Attendees included ASEC AL I PERRERAS, Deputy Director General for Administration, CT/CSUPT MARIA FE R MARQUEZ, Head Executive Assistant, and CT/CSUPT MA CECILIA VILLANUEVA, OIC, Deputy Director General for Reformation, C/CSUPT CELSO S BRAVO, and other notable officials. The presence of these key figures underscored the importance of the occasion and the legacy left behind by the honorees.
CT/CSUPT RAZON and CO1 Veneracion, in their farewell messages, expressed heartfelt gratitude to their colleagues and the bureau, reflecting on the challenges and triumphs of their careers. Both spoke of the camaraderie and resilience that shaped their experiences in corrections, acknowledging the importance of teamwork and shared dedication to reform.
The success of the ceremony can be attributed to the efforts of CT/SUPT MARJORIE ANN P SANIDAD, MD, RN, FIAMS, together with the officers of CIW, who meticulously organized the program. Their commitment ensured a meaningful and memorable event, reflecting the high standards upheld by the institution. Under CT/SUPT SANIDAD’s leadership, CIW has continued to recognize and celebrate the achievements of its personnel, further strengthening the institution’s culture of excellence.
CIW officials and staff showed their appreciation for the retirees’ contributions to improving correctional services and advocating for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) welfare, highlighting the enduring impact of their careers. As the ceremony concluded, it served as a reminder of the dedication required in corrections and the lasting influence of those who have served with distinction.
