Province of Benguet

5 SocMed Local Influencers Win 2022 Biyag Awards

5 Socmed Local Influencers Win 2022 Biyag Awards

The Provincial Government of Benguet headed by Governor Dr. Melchor Daguines Diclas recognized five social media local influencers in the province during the closing program of the Benguet Indigenous Youth Arts Guild (BIYAG) festival at the Ben Palispis Auditorium on April 29, 2022.
 
The five local influencers won in the different categories of the 2022 Social Media Influencer Awards which is part of the celebration of the 2022 BIYAG Festival.
Out of the many socmed local influencers nominated through the BIYAG official Facebook page and email, top three finalists per category were chosen by the 2022 BIYAG Youth Academy to join the awarding ceremony.
 
[RESULTS]
ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT CATEGORY
Winner: Gorgeous George
Finalists:
Jon Sawac the Igorock
Ibaloi Be Like
 
 

 
 
EDUCATION AND INFORMATION CATEGORY
Winner: FDG Stages
Finalists:
Kimkim Joni
Kadwa Michael
 
TRAVEL AND TOURISM CATEGORY
Winner: Valdred’s Vlog
Finalists:
Igorot Tarzan
Igorot TV
 
CULTURE CATEGORY
Winner: The Formulator
Finalists:
Ibaloi Be Like
Igorot Tarzan
 
BENGUET POSITIVE VIBES
Winner: FDG Stages
Finalists:
Kaykay TV
The Formulator
 
Meanwhile, a special citation award was given to Jordan Ayawan for his viral BENECO photo in Leyte.
 
This is the first awarding ceremony for social media local influencers held in the province.
Governor Diclas said the LGU recognizes the contributions of the young local influencers in promoting Benguet culture and tourism, good values, as well as spreading good vibes and inspiration. To keep them inspired and motivated in their endeavors, Governor Diclas said the awarding will be part of the yearly activities of the BIYAG Festival. // SAP Jr.