The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has directed all government agencies to establish and implement workplace policies on Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV and AIDS).
Through CSC Resolution No. 2500398, promulgated on May 23, 2025, the commission released enhanced guidelines for the implementation of HIV and AIDS workplace education and policy programs across the public sector.
The guidelines outline measures such as HIV and AIDS education, access to related services, promotion of occupational safety, and the enforcement of confidentiality and non-discrimination for persons living with HIV and AIDS.
Government offices are also encouraged to coordinate with the Department of Health and the Philippine National AIDS Council (PNAC) to ensure employees receive accurate information and access to services including testing, treatment, care, and counseling.
The policy applies to all public employees, regardless of status, across national and local government units, state colleges and universities, and government-owned and controlled corporations.
Agencies must report their HIV-AIDS efforts annually to the PNAC.
