The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Cagayan Valley Region recently rolled out its Serbisyo Caravan in Sta. Ana, Cagayan, delivering employment and livelihood aid to over 800 residents.
The initiative, conducted in partnership with the Local Government Unit of Sta. Ana, directly supports President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s commitment to uplift marginalized sectors and to reach far-flung communities across the country.
In partnership with the Local Government Unit of Sta. Ana, DOLE led the conduct of the activity bringing vital employment and livelihood assistance directly to its constituents.
DOLE Regional Director Jesus Elpidio B. Atal, Jr., and Cagayan Field Office Head Laura B. Diciano facilitated the distribution of wages amounting to PHP 2.03 million for 440 beneficiaries under the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD) program.
Meanwhile, 72 skilled workers received livelihood kits worth PHP 1.5 million under the DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program (DILP), boosting efforts to enhance local enterprise and self-sufficiency.
The youth sector likewise benefited from the activity, as 200 students were oriented on DOLE’s Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES), offering opportunities for employment to support their studies.
Furthermore, DOLE Cagayan Valley facilitated a mini job fair alongside a labor education session, promoting awareness of workers’ rights and labor standards among applicants and employers.
According to Regional Director Atal, the service caravan reaffirms DOLE’s commitment to bringing services directly to the people.
“Ang Kagawaran ay patuloy na magdadala ng serbisyo, trabaho, at kaalaman sa bawat sulok ng ating rehiyon upang sama-sama tayong makaahon at umangat sa buhay,” he assured.
