DOLE CALABARZON

𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐙𝐎𝐍 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐊𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐡𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬

𝐓𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐲𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐂𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞 - Celebrating excellence, partnership, and meaningful impact in livelihood development, the Department of Labor and Employment Regional Office No. IV-A (DOLE CALABARZON) honored outstanding DOLE-assisted livelihood projects, program partners, and top-performing implementers at the 2026 Regional Kabuhayan Awards on September 17.

With this year’s theme “𝑲𝒂𝒃𝒖𝒉𝒂𝒚𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝑴𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒈, 𝑴𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒚𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝑼𝒎𝒂𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒕: 𝑺𝒂𝒎𝒂-𝒔𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒂𝒈𝒌𝒊𝒍𝒐𝒔 𝑻𝒖𝒏𝒈𝒐 𝒔𝒂 𝑩𝒂𝒈𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝑷𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒔”, DOLE CALABARZON puts premium on the notable contributions, accomplishments, and innovations of its beneficiaries and implementers that enable the successful implementation of DOLE Integrated Livelihood and Emergency Employment Program (DILEEP) in the region.

In support of the thrust of Labor Secretary Francis N. Tolentino to strengthen livelihood opportunities and promote sustainable sources of income for Filipino workers and their families, DOLE CALABARZON continues to recognize initiatives that demonstrate the meaningful impact of the Department’s livelihood assistance on individuals and communities.

Laguna based livelihood projects, Let Eat Go, a Coffee Project owned by Mr. Tyrone Jasper I. Reodica, and Mahipon Inao-awan Poblacion and Talaongan Association’s (MIPTA), an Organic Fertilizer Production and Agricultural Supplies project, were hailed as winners for individual and group categories of the regional leg of the Kabuhayan Awards this year.

Their stories were also showcased through audio-visual presentations, which delved on their experiences, challenges, stories of perseverance, courage and hope as both projects continue to thrive and expand despite current adversities. As regional winners, they received a plaque of recognition and cash prizes. They also served as the official entries of DOLE CALABARZON to the 2026 National Kabuhayan Awards, where they will compete with the best livelihood projects across the country.

Atty. Erwin N. Aquino, Regional Director of DOLE CALABARZON shared in his message that the stories of recognized livelihood projects served as a testament that the assistance given by the agency was not merely a provision of resources, but also a platform to empower its beneficiaries.

“Your stories demonstrate that livelihood assistance is not simply about providing resources. It is about opening doors, and empowering our people to walk through those doors, build sustainable livelihoods, and create better opportunities for themselves, their families, and their communities”, RD Aquino said.

Aside from the recognition on Best DOLE-assisted Livelihood Projects, commendation was also given in several categories, including:

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐲

● Top Performing Provincial Office in Procurement Compliance - Batangas Provincial Office and Rizal Provincial Office

● Top Performing Provincial Office in DILP Fund Liquidation - Batangas Provincial Office

● Best Video Documentation Award (Individual Category)- Batangas Provincial Office

● Best Video Documentation Award (Group Category)- Laguna Provincial Office

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄-𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬

● Community Champion Impact Award - Let Eat Go (Coffee Project) by Mr. Tyrone Jasper I. Reodica

● Outstanding Livelihood Success Story Award - Enhancement of Small-scale Homemade Pizza Project by Mr. Noelito J. Patal

● Innovative Livelihood Project Award - Los Pepes Honey Production Project by Mr. Christ Mark T. Bergonio

● Digital Livelihood Innovation Award- Handicraft (Jewelry) Project by Ms. Jeriene D. Pecho

● Outstanding Employment Generation Award-Samahan ng Organic Farmers ng Sonyas (SOFS)

● Income Growth Excellence Award - Let Eat Go (Coffee Project) by Mr. Tyrone Jasper I. Reodica

● Sustainable Green Livelihood Award - Mahipon, Inao-awan Poblacion and Talaongan Association (MIPTA)

𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬

● Top Performing Provincial Office’s Livelihood Focal Person – Mr. Ohmar A. Lorena of Quezon Provincial Office

● Top Performing Provincial Office’s TUPAD Focal Person – Ms. Mylanie P. Rea of Quezon Provincial Office

● Top Performing Livelihood Development Specialist- Ms. Jessa Mae B. Diesta of Rizal Provincial Office

● Top Performing TUPAD Coordinators:

Fatima P. Carvajal-Cavite Provincial Office

Reymond S. Reyes- Laguna Provincial Office

Clea C. Clavo- Batangas Provincial Office

Elaiza A. Orsua- Rizal Provincial Office

Marlon S. Lincoran-Quezon Provincial Office

Arcelle A. De Jesus-Technical Support and Services Division-Employment Promotion and Workers Welfare

Mariedell L. Espiritu-Internal Management and Services Division

● Best Accredited Co-Partner–Implementing DILP– Magallanes Womens Club Multi-Purpose Cooperative

Meanwhile, DOLE Cavite Provincial Director Marivic B. Martinez, extended her gratitude to partner agencies of the Department, recognizing their continuous support on the implementation of its Livelihood Programs.

“Nais din po naming pasalamatan ang aming mga partners and everyone who continues to support our livelihood programs hindi po natin itong kayang gawin nang mag-isa. Through cooperation and shared commitment, mas marami tayong matutulungan na magkaroon ng pagkakataon para umangat,” Dir. Martinez exclaimed.

The Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Philippine Information Agency, Department of Justice-Parole and Probation Administration and Department of Agriculture were the partner agencies recognized during the activity.

Ms. Ma. Angelique E. Yaun, Supervising Labor and Employment Officer capped off the recognition rites by reminding the beneficiaries that more than the accomplishment, the stories embedded to it matters the most.

“Let us take a moment to celebrate not only the recognition that we gave today, but more importantly, the stories behind every achievement. Ang inyong mga kuwento ng sipag, tiyaga at pagsusumikap ay inspirasyon po sa ating lahat,” Ms. Yaun reminded.

Pursuant to Administrative Order No. 230, Series of 2023, DOLE CALABARZON will continue to implement the Kabuhayan Awards to promote accountability, excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement in program implementation.

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𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘂𝗽𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗖𝗣 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝘂𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺
𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗽.𝗺. 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗮.𝗺. 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

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🚨 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗖𝗣🚨

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𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘂𝗽𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗖𝗣 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝘂𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺
𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗽.𝗺. 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗮.𝗺. 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

We encourage users to complete any urgent transactions and submissions ahead of the scheduled downtime to avoid delays.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to improve the OCP.

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: 𝐑𝐓𝐖𝐏𝐁 𝐈𝐕-𝐀 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐖𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐥

ANTIPOLO CITY, RIZAL — The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board IV-A (RTWPB IV-A), in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Rizal Provincial Office, conducted its fourth public hearing on the proposed Minimum Wage Adjustment for the Formal Sector and Domestic Workers in Region IV-A (CALABARZON) at the Ynares Event Center, Antipolo City, September 17.

A total of 131 representatives from the employee and employer sectors participated in the public hearing, providing an avenue for the different stakeholders to present their respective positions, concerns, and recommendations on the proposed wage adjustment.

The activity was opened by DTI IV-A Regional Director Marissa C. Argente, who highlighted the importance of stakeholder participation and social dialogue in the wage determination process.

During the hearing, Atty. Katrina D. Galang-Bacani, Attorney IV of RTWPB IV-A, discussed the process being undertaken by the Board in determining the appropriate minimum wage for the region. She likewise presented a summary of the petitions submitted by workers’ groups and the concerns raised by employers’ groups in relation to the region’s wage determination.

Among the positions presented during the consultations were calls from workers’ groups for an increase in the minimum wage, with proposed rates ranging from ₱1,200 to ₱1,500 per day.

As part of the Board’s assessment, partner government agencies also presented relevant data on the socioeconomic conditions of CALABARZON. Representatives from the Department of Agriculture (DA) IV-A and the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) IV-A presented their respective regional situationers, providing data and indicators that form part of the information being considered in the wage determination process.

The discussions come as the region approaches the first anniversary of Wage Order No. IVA-22 on October 5, 2026. The wage order, which took effect on October 5, 2025, provided wage increases in tranches, bringing the prevailing daily minimum wage rates in CALABARZON to a range of ₱525 to ₱600, depending on the applicable area classification and sector.

For domestic workers or kasambahays, the prevailing minimum wage is governed by Wage Order No. RB-IVA-DW-05, which provides a minimum wage of ₱6,750 per month for domestic workers in the region.

Following the presentations, the Board opened the floor to the participating employee and employer groups, allowing them to raise their concerns, clarify issues, and present additional recommendations relevant to the proposed minimum wage adjustment.

The conduct of the public hearing likewise supports the administration’s continuing efforts to promote improved wages and better employment conditions for Filipino workers. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has directed the continuing review of regional wage rates, while Labor and Employment Secretary Francis N. Tolentino continues to advance initiatives focused on improving workers’ wages, employment opportunities, and welfare and protection.

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𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐙𝐎𝐍 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐃𝐈𝐋𝐏 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍, 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐄𝐍𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐘

Tagaytay City, Cavite-The Department of Labor and Employment Regional Office No. IV-A (DOLE CALABARZON) mounted a two-day training for DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program (DILP) Focal Persons and Livelihood Development Specialists, September 16-17.

This activity is in line with the Department's initiative in addressing challenges on program implementation, exploring new strategies that could further enhance the quality of service of its beneficiaries.

On the first day of training sessions, Mr. Ericson Mag-isa and Ms. Charisma Cruz, LEO III of Bureau of Workers with Special Concerns (BWSC) discussed the amendments on policy guidelines on DILP implementation as well as the issuance of program identification cards to its beneficiaries.

DOLE CALABARZON also tapped Mr. John Philip Tan from the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to provide technical knowledge on the Effective and Smarter Use of Artificial Intelligence. The integration of this new technology to program implementation could help the implementers to fasten the service delivery to the beneficiaries.

Concepts on Financial Literacy, Digital Entrepreneurship, Business Planning and Data Studio Application operations were also tackled by various DOLE IV-A personnel.

DOLE Cavite Provincial Director Marivic B. Martinez also graced the activity. She emphasized to the participants the importance of effective coordination, accountability, and continuous learning in ensuring the successful implementation of DOLE’s livelihood program.

This activity served as an avenue for DILP focal persons to enhance their understanding of program policies, implementation procedures, monitoring mechanisms, documentation requirements, and other operational concerns. It also encouraged the sharing of experiences and good practices among the participating personnel from the different field offices.

Aligned with the goals and priorities of Secretary Francis Tolentino, the activity aims to enhance the capabilities of DILP focal persons and strengthen the delivery of livelihood programs.

Ms. Ma. Angelique E. Yaun, Supervising Labor and Employment Officer of Technical Support and Services Division-Employment Promotion and Workers' Welfare, concluded the activity by underscoring the agency’s commitment to continuously develop the competence of its workforce and improve program implementation.

The activity likewise reaffirmed the importance of collaboration, continuous learning, and shared responsibility in advancing DOLE’s mandate of promoting decent and productive employment and protecting the welfare of Filipino workers.

CALAMBA CITY, LAGUNA – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Office IV-A officially welcomed eight newly appointed and promoted personnel during an oath-taking ceremony held this morning, September 17.

The ceremony marked a new chapter for the appointees as they formally stepped into their roles, strengthening DOLE IV-A's dedication to delivering efficient, quality, and compassionate public service across the region.

Congratulations to the newly appointed and promoted DOLE IV-A personnel:

Labor and Employment Officer III:
• Rodulf Jason Palces Samole

Labor and Employment Officer II:
• Ann Margarette Satorre Molinyawe
• Lara Juleane Aquino Tomas

Labor and Employment Officer I:
• Jaisien Pecho Fortuno
• Jon Cedric Cada Morano

Administrative Assistant III (Secretary II):
• Vin Nicole Salazar Revilla

Administrative Assistant II:
• Fransmeren Malabayabas Alegre (Artist Illustrator II)
• Jonnel Guevarra Gonzales (Bookkeeper)

𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘 | 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐙𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬

In support of Labor Secretary Francis N. Tolentino’s thrust to strengthen the country’s labor justice mechanisms and enhance the Department’s capacity to deliver timely, effective, and responsive labor justice services, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) CALABARZON conducted a Capacity Building and Training for Sheriffs and Sheriff Designates on September 15, 2026, at Hotel Marciano, Barangay Real, Calamba City, Laguna.

The network session was formally opened by Mr. Herbert M. Matre, Senior Labor and Employment Officer, followed by a message from Regional Director Atty. Erwin N. Aquino. Following an initial pre-test assessment, technical discussions commenced with Engr. Jaizza V. Patanao, Senior Labor and Employment Officer, leading the topic on D.O. 252-25: Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act No. 11058. Atty. Joseph B. Rosal, Senior Labor and Employment Officer, then tackled the DOLE Sheriff's Manual on Ex*****on and Implementation, while Ms. Abegail M. Mercado, Labor and Employment Officer III, covered Rule VIII to Rule XVI of D.O. 238, Series of 2023: Rules on the Administration and Enforcement of Labor Standards Pursuant to Article 128 of the Labor Code of the Philippines, as Renumbered, and Republic Act No. 11058.

The afternoon session included an interactive workshop and post-test designed to enhance the participants' problem-solving skills and promote consistency in enforcement processes. The activity successfully concluded with closing remarks delivered by Atty. Rosita C. Villaluz, Mediator-Arbiter.

Through continuous training, DOLE CALABARZON remains committed to upholding integrity, consistency, and efficiency in serving justice to workers and employers across the region.