| Gawad sa Kaunlaran | |
|---|---|
 The Gawad sa Kaunlaran Medal and Ribbon. | |
| Type | Decoration |
| Awarded for | "...conspicuously meritorious and valuable achievement in the pursuit of socio-economic and other non-combat activities, or for conspicuously exceptional~ service which contributed immensely in accomplishing the peaceful objectives of the AFP, or in improving the quality of life of the people within the military establishment."[1] |
| Country |  Philippines |
| Presented by | the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines |
| Eligibility | Philippine Civilians and government officials |
| Status | Currently Awarded |
 Gawad sa Kaunlaran ribbon bar | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Meritorious Achievement Medal |
| Next (lower) | Military Civic Action Medal |
The Gawad sa Kaunlaran[2] (English: Award in Development) is awarded by the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Area Command, and Major Service Commanders to Philippine citizens. It is the second highest distinction presented by the Armed Forces of the Philippines to civilians and government officials.[3]
- ^ Cite error: The named reference
pafwas invoked but never defined (see the help page). - ^ The AFP Adjutant General, AFP Awards and Decorations Handbook, 1997, OTAG, p. 24-25.
- ^ David M. Suyao (2011-08-27). "Gov. Plaza receives gawad sa kaunlaran awards from AFP". Zambo Times. Retrieved 2012-07-16.