QUEZON CITY, (PIA) -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) invites job seekers nationwide, as the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. offers more than 200,000 job opportunities in 95 simultaneous job fair venues, hosting over 2,400 employers in celebration of the 122nd Labor Day on May 1.
DOLE Secretary Bienvenido E. Laguesma shared this announcement on Friday, along with the good news about the Philippines' improving employment situation, based on a recent survey by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
“Ang ating (the country's) employment situation has been improving both in terms of the employment rate and the actual number of person employed,” he added.
According to the PSA, the number of unemployed Filipinos decreased to 2.15 million in January this year from 2.38 million in the same month last year. It also reported that the unemployment rate for the month was 4.5 percent, down from 4.8 percent in January last year.
Meanwhile, every May 1, the Philippines celebrates Labor Day, led by DOLE, to honor the country's hard working labor force.
In addition to the yearly job fairs, here’s what you can look forward to this Labor Day:
1. Payouts
Payouts for essential programs such as TUPAD (Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers), Government Internship Program (GIP), and Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES) will be facilitated, to improve employment prospects and empower various sectors of the workforce, particularly those in need of assistance and opportunities.
2. Livelihood Project
120 sites will serve as places for the awarding of livelihood projects worth over 671 million pesos to 35,000 beneficiaries.
3. Kadiwa ng Pangulo
Kadiwa ng Pangulo promotes affordable local goods and job creation, supporting economic progress, pride in Filipino craftsmanship, and sustainable development across the country.
4. Technical Education and Skill Development Authority (TESDA) skill training enrollment
There will be 70 sites for TESDA demonstration skills and enrollment booths, giving individuals accessible opportunities to participate in skill training programs. Through these initiatives, TESDA aims to address the demand for skilled workers in various industries and promote lifelong learning and skill enhancement among Filipino
5. Free MRT 3 and LRT 2 ride
On May 1st, Filipino workers will be given free rides on LRT 2 and MRT 3 from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
As the nation commemorates the golden anniversary of the Philippine Labor Code this year, DOLE will also honor and celebrate the dedication and accomplishments of outstanding Filipino workers. This prestigious event, set to take place at Malacañan Palace, symbolizes an important occassion in the Philippines' labor history. (GLDG/PIA-NCR)
