Department of Labor and Employment - Davao Region

13/08/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
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In line with the strategic direction of Secretary Francis N. Tolentino to strengthen support for Filipino workers through meaningful and responsive government programs, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) XI Davao Occidental Field Office (DOcFO), in partnership with the Provincial Government of Davao Occidental and the Local Government Unit of Sta. Maria, spearheaded the mangrove tree-planting activity and rice distribution on August 11, 2026, in Sta. Maria, Davao Occidental.
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The activities formed part of the convergence initiatives of various government agencies aimed at providing assistance to fisherfolks and fish workers during the annual off-fishing season while promoting environmental protection and sustainable livelihoods.

13/08/2026

𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐆𝐆𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐃 | 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐏𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒃𝒂𝒉𝒐 𝑨𝒈𝒂𝒅, in line with the directive of DOLE Secretary Francisco Tolentino to promote sustainable livelihoods and empower beneficiaries toward self-reliance, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), through its livelihood focal, Ms. Eizarina Roselle G. Delos Santos, conducted a Clarificatory Conference and Onsite Monitoring with the Maibo Magsasaka Association (MAMAAS), an association composed of former rebels and Indigenous Peoples (IPs), on August 12, 2026. The activity assessed the progress of the association’s livelihood project and provided guidance to strengthen its operations and sustainability.

During the conference, MAMAAS shared that its livelihood project began operating on June 16, 2026. The association demonstrated responsible project management by maintaining records of its income and expenses, while Ms. Delos Santos provided basic bookkeeping guidance to further strengthen its financial management. The team then proceeded to Maibo, Magsaysay, for onsite monitoring, where MAMAAS was found actively operating its bread-making enterprise.

From armed struggle to productive livelihood, MAMAAS members are steadily turning government assistance into a growing source of income. The association currently produces seven varieties of bread daily, with products selling out and generating nearly ₱2,000 in estimated daily income. Their progress reflects how livelihood assistance, coupled with determination and ownership, can help former rebels and IPs build more stable, productive, and self-reliant lives.

13/08/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Advancing Labor Secretary Francis N. Tolentino’s directive to strengthen voluntary compliance through employer education and partnership, the DOLE Davao del Norte Field Office continued its employer engagement efforts through the 2nd Batch of the 2026 Employers’ Forum on Labor Laws Compliance held on August 12, 2026.

Building on the first batch conducted on August 5, the forum brought together employers and company representatives whose establishments had recently undergone labor inspection. The activity provided an avenue to discuss labor standards, occupational safety and health, and other labor and employment policies, while addressing compliance concerns and reinforcing employers’ responsibilities.

13/08/2026

𝐒𝐔𝐂𝐂𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 | 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐉𝐨𝐛𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐝𝐨 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫

For young Filipinos entering the workforce, having the right skills and workplace experience can make the difference between simply seeking a job and building a career. The JobStart Philippines Program, an initiative of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), provides young jobseekers with career coaching, life skills and technical training, internship opportunities, and employment facilitation. DOLE Secretary Francis N. Tolentino has emphasized the importance of equipping the youth with relevant skills for both current and future employment opportunities.

For Lovely Jane “Labli” Relatado, 25, of Purok 2, Barangay San Antonio, Babak District, Island Garden City of Samal, JobStart became a pathway to employment and personal growth. After participating in the program from July to December 2025, she gained valuable workplace experience and developed skills in administrative work, communication, coordination, and professional responsibilities. Her dedication led to her absorption by China Road and Bridge Corporation, where she now works as an Administrative Staff. Starting with little knowledge of the job, Lovely discovered her capabilities, gained confidence, and found a stable source of income that allows her to help support her family. “I’m thankful sa JobStart kay naka-join ko ani nga program… Nisulod ko diri nga kompanya nga zero knowledge jud sa akong trabaho. Pasalamat ko kay tungod nila, na-discover nako nga kaya ra man diay nako ning mga trabahoa,” she shared.

Her journey demonstrates how JobStart can bridge the gap between being a young jobseeker and becoming a skilled, productive, and confident worker.

JobStart Philippines

13/08/2026

𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘 | 𝐆𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐞: 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨-𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

In line with the directive of DOLE Secretary Francis Tolentino to strengthen labor compliance through developmental interventions, and under the leadership of Provincial Director Leo Ariel A. Pepino, the DOLE XI – Davao del Sur Field Office intensifies the implementation of the Technical Advisory Visit (TAV) program for micro-establishments in Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur, bringing practical guidance on General Labor Standards (GLS) and Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS) closer to employers.

Recognizing that some establishments are situated in far-flung areas or are unable to attend scheduled TAV orientations, the Field Office goes beyond the orientation by taking its technical assistance directly to the workplace. Through establishment-to-establishment visits, DOLE personnel help employers identify compliance gaps, understand applicable labor standards, and determine appropriate corrective measures toward voluntary compliance—ensuring that accessibility does not become a barrier to receiving government assistance.

The intervention does not end with a single visit. Establishments with identified gaps are provided with follow-up visits and continuing technical assistance to help them progress toward compliance. Through this sustained and hands-on approach, DOLE XI – Davao del Sur Field Office demonstrates its commitment to meeting establishments where they are and staying the course with them toward safer, fairer, and labor-compliant workplaces.

12/08/2026

𝟕𝟓,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄’𝐬 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 (𝐒𝐄𝐧𝐀)

In line with the directive of DOLE Secretary Francisco Tolentino to strengthen accessible and responsive labor services, the Department of Labor and Employment XI - Davao del Sur Field Office (DOLE XI - DSFO) facilitated a Clarificatory Conference on August 12, 2026, assisting a client in resolving a monetary claim arising from his separation from employment.

Through the assistance of the DOLE’s Single-Entry Assistance Desk Officer (SEADO), Senior Labor and Employment Officer Harlie May T. Pedroso, both parties discussed and clarified the matter and voluntarily agreed to a ₱75,000.00 settlement, which was accepted as full settlement of the subject monetary claim.

The amicable settlement provides the client with a swift, practical, and mutually agreed resolution, demonstrating Department of Labor and Employments (DOLE’s) continuing commitment to helping workers and employers resolve labor concerns through dialogue, conceliation and assistance.

12/08/2026

𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 | #𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀
Season 4, Episode 25: Post-Employment Compliance: Employer Obligations Made Simple

in collaboration with IBP Rizal-RSM Chapter

12/08/2026

𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐡𝐩𝟏𝟎𝟖𝐊 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐧𝐀

DAVAO DEL NORTE – A worker successfully received Php108,428.91 in monetary benefits following the successful conciliation facilitated by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Davao del Norte Field Office, July 30, 2026, through its Single Entry Approach (SEnA) program.
The Request for Assistance (RFA) was initially filed to seek the payment of the worker’s Service Incentive Leave (SIL) benefits and the separation package allegedly granted by the company as part of its established practice for voluntarily resigning employees.

During the initial conference, the Single Entry Assistance Desk Officer (SEADO), LEO III Magie Mae P. Abellana, explained the Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement (CNDA) and the SEnA process to both parties. The worker raised concerns regarding the delay in the release of the company’s separation package and sought clarification as to why another former employee received payment earlier. The employer explained that the previous employee’s claim had been processed ahead of others due to humanitarian considerations arising from illness and committed to verify the status of the worker’s claim with management.
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𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐡𝐩𝟏𝟎𝟖𝐊 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐧𝐀

DAVAO DEL NORTE – A worker successfully received Php108,428.91 in monetary benefits following the successful conciliation facilitated by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Davao del Norte Field Office, July 30, 2026, through its Single Entry Approach (SEnA) program.

The Request for Assistance (RFA) was initially filed to seek the payment of the worker’s Service Incentive Leave (SIL) benefits and the separation package allegedly granted by the company as part of its established practice for voluntarily resigning employees.

During the initial conference, the Single Entry Assistance Desk Officer (SEADO), LEO III Magie Mae P. Abellana, explained the Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement (CNDA) and the SEnA process to both parties. The worker raised concerns regarding the delay in the release of the company’s separation package and sought clarification as to why another former employee received payment earlier. The employer explained that the previous employee’s claim had been processed ahead of others due to humanitarian considerations arising from illness and committed to verify the status of the worker’s claim with management.

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11/08/2026

𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐊-𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐖 | 𝐆𝐈𝐏 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍: 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐃 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐘
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As conditions in Davao Occidental continue to improve compared with the difficult days following the June 2026 earthquake, we look back with appreciation at how Government Internship Program (GIP) interns contributed to the education sector during a challenging period for affected communities.
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Their efforts reflected the vision of DOLE Secretary Francis N. Tolentino of providing young Filipinos with meaningful opportunities to gain work experience while developing responsibility, resilience, and a strong sense of public service.
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More than simply completing their internship, these young individuals became part of the collective effort to help schools respond, recover, and continue serving learners during a difficult time.

11/08/2026

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