| 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 | theChief of Staff of theArmed 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 |
TheGawad sa Kaunlaran[2] (English:Award in Development) isawarded by theChief of Staff of theArmed 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]
It isawarded 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]
Themedal isawarded without regard to position or length of service for which the recipient is recognized. Completion of tasks or enterprises are not to be considered, but the conspicuous nature of the achievement is deemed to be itself noteworthy, and deserving of recognition.[1]
Themedal is of circular design with 11 silver rays, between the arms of the rays is dark blue. In the center of the rays is a gold star. Superimposed diagonally on the star is a single branch of laurel leaves in light—green.[1]
Themedal is suspended from a blue ribbon with a yellow-edged central green stripe.[4]