Leading with Integrity
Serving with Patriotism
A voice for national dignity and reform, Dr. Jose Antonio “Ka Pep” Goitia stands at the forefront of movements defending Philippine sovereignty, democratic values, and environmental stewardship
LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
- Chairman Emeritus, Filipinos Do No Yield Movment
- People's Alliance for Democracy and Reform (PADER)
- Alyansa ng Bayan para sa Kapayapaan at Demokrasya (ABKD)
- Liga Independencia (LIPI)
Asia RiverPrize 2018
• Under Goitia’s leadership, the PRRC won the prestigious sia RiverPrize in Sydney, Australia, outperforming international projects including China’s Yangtze River.
• The award recognized decades of progress culminating in a successful rehabilitation and management program.
Solid Waste Management
• Oversaw the removal of 22 million kilograms of waste from the Pasig River (1999–2017 cumulative).
• Enforced anti-dumping ordinances and launched proactive river patrol enforcement.
Urban Greening & Riverbank Redevelopment
• Converted polluted riverbanks into public green zones, walkways, and eco-lit parks.
• Repositioned the Pasig River as a cultural and environmental landmark, proudly calling it “Instagram-worthy.”
Ferry System Revitalization
• Revived the Pasig River Ferry System as an eco-friendly mass transport option.
• Coordinated with MMDA and DOTr to upgrade ferry terminals and enhance ridership.
Massive Relocation Program
• Relocated over 18,000 informal settler families from riverbank danger zones.
• Ensured voluntary and humane resettlement, in partnership with housing agencies and LGUs.
Ang Bumbero ng Pilipinas Partylist (ABP)
• In March 2025, he spearheaded the inauguration of ABP’s national headquarters in Pasay City, attended by civic leaders, former governors, and grassroots organizations including PADER, ABKD, and LIPI.
• ABP has since risen in national surveys, reflecting growing support for its pro-responder, pro-poor, and pro-disaster resilience legislative platform.