02/05/2026
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On Support for the 124th Labor Day Job Fair
The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) proudly expresses its full support for the 124th Labor Day Job Fair, spearheaded by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), held on May 1, 2026, in celebration of Labor Day.
This nationwide initiative reflects the governmentโs strong commitment to expanding employment opportunities and empowering Filipino workers to actively contribute to economic recovery and sustained national growth.
As we mark this important occasion, we also emphasize the need for greater inclusivity, particularly for our Indigenous Peoples (IPs), many of whom remain underrepresented in formal employment. Despite their vital contributions in agriculture, fisheries, and other informal sectors within their ancestral domains, IPs continue to face barriers in accessing stable, dignified, and secure work.
We therefore call on both public and private sectors to strengthen inclusive hiring practices by creating culturally responsive, accessible, and community-based employment pathways. Opportunities must extend beyond urban centers and meaningfully reach rural and ancestral communities, where many Indigenous Peoples live and work.
The NCIP stands ready to partner with DOLE and all stakeholders in advancing skills development, policy support, and inclusive labor programs that recognize the dignity, rights, and potential of Indigenous Peoples.
As we celebrate the Filipino worker, let this be a reminder that true progress is measured not only by economic growth, but by how inclusive and equitable our opportunities are for all especially for those who have long remained unseen.
Mabuhay ang manggagawang Pilipino. Mabuhay ang ating mga katutubong mamamayan.