03/09/2026
| DTI ABRA JOINS TESDA WORLD CAFĆ OF OPPORTUNITIES JOB FAIR
Bangued, Abra ā August 25, 2026 ā The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) led the World CafĆ© of Opportunities (WCO) Job Fair at the Abra Sports Complex as part of its 32nd TESDA Anniversary and the observance of National Tech-Voc Day.
The event was organized in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Public Employment Service Office (PESO), and other government and private sector partners, including the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). It gathered job seekers and organizations offering employment and entrepreneurship opportunities, fostering collaboration among agencies to expand livelihood options for AbreƱos.
During the activity, DTI Abra provided information on starting and growing a business, emphasizing entrepreneurship, skills development through Google Career Certificates on Coursera, and access to finance. The agency also promoted the Youth Enterprise Fund (YEF) financing window of Small Business Corporation (SB Corp) to support young entrepreneurs interested in starting or expanding their businesses.
The job fair underscored the importance of equipping AbreƱos with diverse pathways to earn a livingāwhether through employment, skills enhancement, or entrepreneurship. Participants gained valuable insights into available programs and opportunities that can help them build sustainable livelihoods.
Through the continued collaboration of TESDA, DOLE, PESO, DTI, and other partners, more opportunities are being made accessible to AbreƱos as they develop skills, find jobs, and pursue their own enterprisesāstrengthening the provinceās commitment to inclusive growth and economic empowerment. DTI Abra