About NICP

The National Voice of Philippine ICT Councils

Founded in 2008, NICP serves as the confederation of local ICT councils, connecting regions and driving a unified national agenda for digital transformation and innovation.

VISION

National ICT Confederation of the Philippines (NICP) shall be the premier and unifying catalyst for ICT innovation, driving sustainable economic growth and digital transformation across the Philippine countryside.

MISSION

To drive digital transformation, foster strategic investments, and share global best practices across the countryside by empowering local government units, the academe, and businesses through our network of ICT councils.

CORE VALUES

Collaboration · Innovation · Integrity · Inclusivity · Excellence — values that guide every NICP initiative, partnership, and engagement.

STRATEGIC THRUST

Ecosystem Empowerment

Act as a reliable partner and responsive information source tailored to the evolving needs of regional ICT councils and their constituents.

Technology Dissemination

Accelerate the adoption of emerging innovations—spanning software development, cybersecurity, data analytics, IoT, and Artificial Intelligence—across countryside networks.

Unified Advocacy

Serve as the definitive, collective voice representing the strategic and collaborative interests of ICT councils nationwide.

Global Visibility

Amplify NICP’s national and international presence to attract strategic investments and drive continuous regional growth.

NICP Through the Years

2008

NICP Founded

Established by founding ICT councils from key Philippine cities.

2012

First National Summit

The annual ICT Summit becomes the flagship gathering

2016

DICT Act Passed

RA 10844 formalizes the DICT and strengthens the role of regional ICT councils.

2020

Digital Awards

NICP members were recognized at the Digital Governance Awards for excellence in local ICT solutions.

2024

MAGIC Framework

Formal adoption of the Making Academic, Government, and Industry Collaborate framework.

2026

Growing to 50+ Councils

18th National ICT Summit planned in Tagum City — the largest gathering yet.

NICP Leadership & Officers

The National ICT Confederation of the Philippines is led by a committed team of officers dedicated to advancing digital transformation and strengthening ICT councils nationwide.