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08/04/2026

WE for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society!
Thank you for celebrating the 2026 National Women’s Month with us. Every activity you join, every voice you raise, and every story you share strengthens our advocacy and helps shape a society where every Filipina can lead and thrive.
Let’s keep the fire of empowerment burning all year long! 💜

WE for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society!

Thank you for celebrating the 2026 National Women’s Month with us. Every activity you join, every voice you raise, and every story you share strengthens our advocacy and helps shape a society where every Filipina can lead and thrive.

Let’s keep the fire of empowerment burning all year long! 💜

07/04/2026

DOLE Bicol proudly joins the nation in celebrating the 𝟭𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 (WAAD), pursuant to United Nations General Assembly 2007 Resolution (A/RES/62/139) declaring April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day.

With the theme, “𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 – 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲,” we advocate in ensuring that every person, regardless of ability, has the opportunity to thrive in the workplace and in society.

In light of the observance of Holy Thursday on April 2, the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) encourages all stakeholders to join in commemorating World Autism Awareness Day from April 6 to 10, 2026.

31/03/2026

✨𝗠.𝗢.𝗩.𝗘. 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝗕𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹✨

The DOLE Bicol successfully conducted the first batch of the 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗚𝗦𝗧) for the 𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗘 (𝗠𝗲𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲) 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝗕𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹, in partnership with the Bicol University Center for Gender and Development (BUCGAD) on March 28, 2026.

The activity aimed to deepen awareness, foster gender sensitivity, and strengthen the role of men as advocates in promoting safe, inclusive, and violence-free workplaces.

𝗗𝗿. 𝗡𝗼𝗲𝗹 𝗥. 𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿, Director of BUCGAD, graced the activity and delivered the opening remarks, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts in advancing gender initiatives.

The training was facilitated by 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗕. 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗮, also from BUCGAD, a member of the National GAD Resource Pool (NGRP), who served as the main resource person. Her expertise provided valuable insights on gender sensitivity, SOGIESC, inclusive communication, and addressing gender-based issues in the workplace.

DOLE Bicol extends its sincere appreciation to BUCGAD for this GADnership, as we continue to empower our workforce and champion gender equality and inclusivity in all our programs and services.

🧡💜 MOVE forward, DOLE Bicol! Together, let us build a more gender-responsive and inclusive workplace for all.

31/03/2026

✨ 𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝗕𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗚𝗔𝗗𝘆𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 ✨

We are proud to share that DOLE Bicol has been honored as the 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗔𝗗 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗲/𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 during the MaGADyon Awards of Bicol University – Center for Gender and Development (BUCGAD).

The MaGADyon Awards is a meaningful recognition by Bicol University of outstanding Gender and Development (GAD) coordinators, organizations, and partners who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to advancing gender equality, inclusivity, and empowerment in our communities.

This recognition inspires us even more to strengthen our partnerships, champion inclusive workplaces, and promote gender-responsive programs and policies across the region.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Bicol University CGAD for this honor and to all our partners and stakeholders who continue to work with us in building a more gender-fair and inclusive Bicol.

Together, we move forward— #𝙊𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙤𝙣𝙎𝙖𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙗𝙞𝙨𝙮𝙤 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙖 𝙨𝙖 𝙂𝘼𝘿!

30/03/2026

🎉 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐁𝐢𝐜𝐨𝐥 💜 𝐍𝐖𝐌𝐂 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐓𝐢𝐤𝐓𝐨𝐤 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 🎉
🏆 𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒 🏆

In celebration of creativity, advocacy, and meaningful engagement, we proudly present the winners of the 𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝗕𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹 𝗡𝗪𝗠𝗖 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗧𝗶𝗸𝗧𝗼𝗸 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲. This initiative highlighted not only talent and innovation but also a strong commitment to promoting gender equality and inclusive empowerment.

Thank you to all participating Offices and Divisions for your time, effort, and passion in delivering inspiring entries. Your contributions truly made this activity impactful and worthwhile.

🏆 𝐌𝐀𝐉𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐒 💜💜💜💜💜

🥇 𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 – IMSD (377 Points)
🥈 𝙎𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙙 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 – TSSD (376 Points)
🥉 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙧𝙙 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 – Camarines Sur PO (367 Points)

🎖 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐒 💜💜💜

💡 𝘽𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘼𝙙𝙫𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙘𝙮 𝙈𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙜𝙚 – IMSD
🎨 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙥𝙩 – TSSD
🌟 𝘽𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 – Albay PO
🎭 𝘽𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 – Camarines Sur PO

⭐ 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐒 (Peoples' Choice)

𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀💜💜
📊 𝙋𝙪𝙗𝙡𝙞𝙘 𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 – IMSD (14,594 Engagements)
🔁 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮 – IMSD (6,225 Shares)
👍 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙇𝙞𝙠𝙚𝙙 𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮 – TSSD (6,179 Reactions)

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀💜💜
▶️ 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙑𝙞𝙚𝙬𝙚𝙙 𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮 – TSSD (62,712 Views)
🌍 𝙒𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 – TSSD (14,941 Reach)

Once again, congratulations to all winners! 👏
Your entries not only entertained but also inspired and amplified the importance of our advocacy.

To all participants -- thank you for your enthusiasm and dedication. You are all champions of meaningful change. 💫

26/03/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗦𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗹𝗲 ⋆.˚🪻༘⋆

DOLE CSPO colors public service through their Community Pantry on .

With shared smiles and free treats for valued clients, we celebrate the spirit of care, gratitude, and empowerment that women embody every day.

A small gesture, yet a meaningful reminder of the invaluable role women play in building stronger, more inclusive communities. 🌸

Courtesy of DOLE CSPO

26/03/2026

Last hooray for ?

Perhaps, but not quite!

Generosity and Delight Corner for personnel at DOLE Bicol is in its third consecutive roll, filling every Wednesday with sweet and vibrant purple!

In full swing of spreading smiles, sharing good vibes, and expressing heartfelt appreciation to the incredible women and supportive men who fill our workplace with kindness, strength, and genuine care 💜

Photo Courtesy: Ms. Joy Napolis

24/03/2026

[PUBLIC WEBINAR] Join us as we explore how inclusive working arrangements can advance decent work and gender equality in the Philippines ✨

The ILS Juana Trabaho Webinar Series: Inclusive Working Arrangements, Decent Work, and Gender Equality brings together insights from key partners working to expand opportunities for women in the labor force. 👩💼

25 March 2026 (Wednesday)
9:30 AM – 12:00 NN
via Zoom and Facebook Live

Mr. Francis Perdon and Ms. Catherine Torres of Investing in Women will present findings from the joint study with the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) titled, “Promoting Inclusive Employment: Gender and Demographic Insights on Flexible Working Arrangements in the Philippine Private Sector.”
The session will also feature Juana Trabaho: A Strategic Framework and Action Plan to Increase Women’s Labor Force Participation through Quality Jobs, a collaborative initiative of DEPDev and the Australian Government’s Investing in Women, aimed at unlocking more inclusive and quality employment opportunities for women.

Register here (or scan the QR code):
https://tinyurl.com/ILSJuanaTrabahoWebinar1

[PUBLIC WEBINAR] Join us as we explore how inclusive working arrangements can advance decent work and gender equality in the Philippines ✨

The ILS Juana Trabaho Webinar Series: Inclusive Working Arrangements, Decent Work, and Gender Equality brings together insights from key partners working to expand opportunities for women in the labor force. 👩💼

25 March 2026 (Wednesday)
9:30 AM – 12:00 NN
via Zoom and Facebook Live

Mr. Francis Perdon and Ms. Catherine Torres of Investing in Women will present findings from the joint study with the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) titled, “Promoting Inclusive Employment: Gender and Demographic Insights on Flexible Working Arrangements in the Philippine Private Sector.”

The session will also feature Juana Trabaho: A Strategic Framework and Action Plan to Increase Women’s Labor Force Participation through Quality Jobs, a collaborative initiative of DEPDev and the Australian Government’s Investing in Women, aimed at unlocking more inclusive and quality employment opportunities for women.

Register here (or scan the QR code):
https://tinyurl.com/ILSJuanaTrabahoWebinar1

24/03/2026

𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗗𝗔𝗬 | 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐨. 𝟕𝟐𝟕𝟕 𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟒, 𝟏𝟗𝟗𝟐

The story of disability rights in the Philippines is anchored in the passage of 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗡𝗼. 𝟳𝟮𝟳𝟳, a landmark piece of legislation that transformed the national perspective on Persons with Disabilities. Before this law, individuals with impairments were often viewed through a lens of charity or medical necessity. The enactment of the 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗻𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗮 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 in 1992 shifted this narrative toward a rights-based approach, and laid the groundwork for a society where physical or mental limitations would no longer serve as a barrier to full citizenship.

The Magna Carta for Disabled Persons mandated that 𝗻𝗼 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, provided they were qualified for the position. Beyond simple anti-discrimination, the law tasked the government with creating specialized educational programs and vocational training centers to ensure that persons with disabilities could compete in the modern economy. It also required the need for a barrier-free environment, requiring that public buildings and transportation systems be modified to allow for easy navigation.

As the years passed, lawmakers realized that structural access was not enough to offset the unique financial burdens faced by the persons with disabilities community. This led to the introduction of 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗡𝗼. 𝟵𝟰𝟰𝟮 in 2007, which significantly expanded the original law. This amendment introduced the now-famous 𝟮𝟬% 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 on essential goods and services, including medicines, medical fees, and transportation costs. Perhaps more importantly, this update addressed the social stigma associated with disability. It explicitly prohibited the public ridicule and vilification of persons with disabilities, establishing legal consequences for those who mocked or bullied individuals based on their impairments. This move signaled that the state’s protection extended beyond physical access and into the realm of human dignity.

The pursuit of economic independence saw another boost with the passage of 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭𝟬𝟱𝟮𝟰 in 2013. This amendment focused specifically on the workplace, recognizing that the previous "encouragement" for hiring PWDs was not yielding enough results. The new rules mandated that 𝙖𝙩 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝟭% 𝙤𝙛 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙜𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙗𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙙𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨.. While private corporations were still largely encouraged rather than forced, the law increased the visibility of PWDs in professional spaces, proving that inclusion was not just a social goal but a practical economic strategy.

The most recent and perhaps most impactful changes came with 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭𝟬𝟳𝟱𝟰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭𝟭𝟮𝟮𝟴. These laws addressed the rising cost of living and healthcare. The 2016 amendment granted persons with disabilities an 𝙚𝙭𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 12% 𝙑𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝘼𝙙𝙙𝙚𝙙 𝙏𝙖𝙭 (𝙑𝘼𝙏) 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙤𝙥 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙚𝙭𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙨, providing a massive financial cushion for daily expenses. It also allowed family members who care for persons with disabilities to claim them as tax dependents, acknowledging the collective effort required in caregiving. Finally, the 2019 update ensured that every single person with disabilities in the country was 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝗻𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵, with the government covering the premiums. This transition from a rehabilitation act to a comprehensive social safety net ensures that today, the law protects a person with a disability from the moment of diagnosis through every stage of their professional and personal life.

Source:
Official Gazette. Republic Acts 7277, 9442, 10524, 10754, and 11228. Available at: https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/

Creatives: G. Millete

23/03/2026

𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙨𝙖𝙮 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙡𝙚𝙙𝙜𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧—𝙨𝙤 𝙬𝙚 𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙥 𝙬𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙖𝙡𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙙.

𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈 | The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Office 5 conducted the 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺: 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 on March 16, 2026 at RD Zen Hall, DOLE Building, Legazpi City.

The activity aimed to strengthen awareness among DOLE personnel on gender equality, workplace safety, and women empowerment. The forum provided a venue for discussing practical approaches to integrating gender-responsive perspectives into DOLE programs, workplace culture, and field engagements. It featured three learning sessions that discussed key dimensions of gender-responsive workplace practices and empowerment.

The first discussion, “From Workplace to Worksite: Making Every DOLE Engagement a Safe Space,” was delivered by Atty. Arlene Q. Alangco, Regional Director of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Regional Office 5, who presented the salient provisions of Republic Act No. 11313 or the Safe Spaces Act.

Atty. Alangco articulated the scope and coverage of the law, emphasizing its application not only within traditional workplaces but also in public spaces and work-related environments. She further distinguished the Safe Spaces Act from Republic Act No. 7877 or the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995, particularly in terms of coverage, persons liable, and the broader range of punishable acts under RA 11313. The discussion also outlined the various forms of sexual harassment, including verbal, non-verbal, physical, and online acts, as well as corresponding penalties for offenders. Participants were guided on recognizing prohibited behaviors and understanding the legal mechanisms available to address and prevent such incidents.

Complementing this, the second presentation, “Beyond the Office: Applying ILO C190 in DOLE Programs and Community Worksites,” was delivered by Ms. Honelet S. Bertis, JD, who discussed the application of international labor standards in addressing violence and harassment in various work-related environments. The presentation featured the applicability of international labor standards in addressing violence and harassment across various work-related settings, including the implementation of programs such as Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD), DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program (DILP), Labor Inspection, and the Child Labor Prevention and Elimination Program (CLPEP).

The discussant also identified key risk factors contributing to workplace violence and harassment, including power imbalances, economic dependence, and psychosocial hazards that may arise in both formal and informal work arrangements. Emphasis was also placed on preventive and responsive measures before, during, and after program implementation, including risk assessment, establishment of reporting mechanisms, and provision of support to affected individuals.

Moving from discussions of rights and laws, the third presentation imparted practical knowledge in the financial context. The discussion entitled, “Financial Empowerment for Women: Building Security, Independence, and Resilience,” was delivered by Ms. Rochelle Ann A. Bataller, who emphasized the importance of financial literacy and economic empowerment as key elements of women’s independence and long-term security. She introduced ways on how to expand financial assets and to identify personal risk tolerance. Government securities were also shared as well as ways of investments.

The activity ender witt the participants assessed their learning through a trivia game that explored the key concepts discussed in the said sessions. /CMS

Photos: DOLE LIU

23/03/2026

𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗘 𝗖𝗡𝗣𝗢 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗷𝗼𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗲𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼

In pre-colonial times, Babaylans have served as women spiritual leaders and community guides, who symbolize wisdom, courage, and responsibility.

Carrying forward this spirit, the Department of Labor and Employment – Camarines Norte Provincial Office (DOLE CNPO) spearheaded an outreach program on Friday, March 20, 2026, extending social support and essential supplies to children and women in need.

The warmth of this initiative reached Our Lady of Guadalupe Foundation of Daet, Inc. in Brgy. Mabilo II, Labo, and Halfway Home for Women and Children in Brgy. Bagasbas, Daet, Camarines Norte.

The program brought smiles and appreciation to the women and children who participated in interactive games prepared by the personnel and outreach essentials distributed among the participants.

Anchored on the theme “Bringing Joy and Hope to Every Child,” the activity unfolded as a day of meaningful engagement across the two communities, proving that the Babaylan spirit still lingers in every woman that cares, speaks, and uplifts.

Data and photos: DOLE CNPO page
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19/03/2026

💜𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐓𝐢𝐤𝐓𝐨𝐤 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞💜

𝙀𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣. 𝙀𝙦𝙪𝙖𝙡 𝙤𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨. 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙘𝙚.

Watch and support the entry of 𝘿𝙊𝙇𝙀 𝘽𝙞𝙘𝙤𝙡 - 𝗦𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗴𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 (𝗦𝗣𝗢) as they showcase creativity, unity, and commitment to advancing gender equality and women's empowerment through this advocacy dance.

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