On February 27, 2026, the Department of Labor and Employment – Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE-QPO) released ₱280,050.00 under its Adjustment Measures Program (AMP) to support the Ilayang Talim Agriculture Cooperative’s “El Kapitan Buko Pie Production,” a livelihood project aimed at generating sustainable income and strengthening community-based enterprise. On February 27, 2026, the Department of Labor and Employment – Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE-QPO) formally released ₱280

Jelly Ann M. Avila, serving as resource speaker for DOLE Quezon, led in-depth discussions on labor laws, recruitment standards, employment regulations, and worker protection policies, providing students with the legal knowledge and ethical framework essential to promoting fair and compliant workplace practices. On February 12, 2026, the Department of Labor and Employment – Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE-QPO), through its Labor and Employment Education Services (LEES), brought

For many workers in Burdeos, organization serves as a vital safeguard. Strong and functional associations enable clearer communication with employers, ensure structured representation in negotiations, and foster collective responses during periods of economic uncertainty. The WODP training directly responded to these realities, underscoring that effective social protection is grounded not only in policy frameworks, but in informed, organized, and empowered communities. On Feb

After thorough deliberation, the workers agreed to accept ₱70,000.00 as full and final settlement of their claims. The parties subsequently executed a Waiver, Release, and Quitclaim, formally concluding the Request for Assistance and removing the case from the office’s active docket. On March 3, 2026, five construction workers from Tayabas City, Quezon, sought the assistance of the Department of Labor and Employment – Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE-QPO) after alleging non-pay

Nearly 300 representatives from the labor, management, and government sectors convened at the Event Theatre of Pacific Mall in Lucena City for the 1st General Assembly of the Quezon Tripartite Industrial Peace Council (QTIPC), an initiative designed to strengthen industrial harmony, promote decent work, and drive inclusive growth through a revitalized tripartite partnership. The assembly featured policy dialogues, technical discussions, and unified commitments aligned with th

On February 4, 2026, the Department of Labor and Employment – Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE-QPO) awarded a ₱1,997,500.00 livelihood assistance package to 46 members of the Samahang Magsasaka ng Cawayanin (SAMACA) in Barangay Cawayanin, Pitogo, Quezon, providing mechanization support and essential farm equipment under the DOLE Kabuhayan Program through its Workers Organization and Development Program (WODP) to improve rice production efficiency and address persistent producti

On February 2, 2026, at Buddy’s Commissary in Lucban, Quezon, the Department of Labor and Employment–Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE-QPO), through Mr. Franz Raymond J. Aquino, Ms. Jelly Ann Avila, and Mr. John Michael Cuarez, conducted a Continuing Labor Education Seminar (CLES) for workers and management to strengthen awareness of labor rights and responsibilities, prevent workplace disputes, and promote fair and lawful decision-making through practical, dialogue-based discus

The case was settled on January 27, 2026, with the responding party agreeing to pay the requesting workers a total of ₱139,797. Both parties signed the Waiver, Release, and Quitclaim, formally closing the dispute, while management committed to settle the remaining mandatory social benefit issues within February 2026 under DOLE’s monitoring. On January 8, 2026, at the Department of Labor and Employment–Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE-QPO) in Lucena City, four workers from Tayab

Held at Casa Comunidad de Tayabas, the program brought together domestic workers for a one-stop service activity that addressed key concerns through on-site assistance from the Social Security System (SSS), Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth), and Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF), alongside wellness services such as free massage and haircuts with support from the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). Engr. Rudelyn Gabas-Bautista, DO

Two labor disputes were successfully resolved through conciliation at DOLE Quezon, resulting in a total of ₱150,000.00 in settlements. A former transport worker reached a mutually acceptable agreement amounting to ₱70,000.00 following guided bargaining and transparent discussions, while a technical worker’s claim for unpaid commissions and final pay was settled at ₱80,000.00—₱59,000.00 released in cash and ₱21,000.00 transferred electronically—bringing timely closure to both

Ms. Ma. Julien F. Abad and Mr. Harl Bren M. Escudero were recognized as beneficiaries of DOLE’s scholarship programs, underscoring its commitment to education and workers’ empowerment. Abad, a member of the Samahan ng mga Guro at Manggagawa sa Pamantasang Manuel S. Energy, Inc., was named a new scholar under the Workers’ Organization Development Program (WODP) as she begins her Master in Business Administration, while Escudero, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science studen

For Perlee Amandy, the assistance extended well beyond the delivery of equipment and supplies. It served as a clear affirmation of her skills, work ethic, and determination—an institutional acknowledgment that her technical knowledge, personal resolve, and perseverance were worthy of support. More than material aid, the intervention recognized the quiet resilience required to pursue livelihood-building amid limited resources, validating her capacity to transform modest means

The Department of Labor and Employment’s Kabuhayan Program opened new pathways to sustainable livelihoods for beneficiaries like Cristina P. Bobonao and Melody D. Estoya, whose skills were strengthened by targeted livelihood assistance. Bobonao received a ₱44,850.00 massage package, transforming years of freelance therapy work into a more stable and dignified source of income, while Estoya was granted a ₱33,720.00 salon package, enabling a long-practiced craft to finally take

While the figures underscore the scale of the intervention, the real impact of SEnA is reflected in the lives behind each settlement. Every peso released signified wages and benefits rightfully claimed and long withheld, easing financial strain on workers and their families. Across conciliation tables, workers and employers engaged in dialogue not as opposing parties, but as stakeholders in a process aimed at understanding, resolution, and the restoration of fair labor relati

Implemented throughout the month in Lucena City and selected municipalities in Quezon Province, the Benteng Bigas Meron Na! Program was rolled out to help mitigate the impact of rising food prices, strengthen household resilience, and ensure that workers and their families could meet a basic necessity with dignity. Through coordinated distribution efforts with partner establishments and local communities, DOLE Quezon made quality rice available at affordable prices, transform

In Lucena City, six former construction workers saw a labor grievance swiftly transformed into justice as a dispute filed only days earlier was amicably resolved through a single conciliation–mediation conference, leading to the release of ₱80,000 in duly validated monetary claims.   On December 26, 2025, inside the halls of the Department of Labor and Employment – Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE Quezon) in Lucena City, six former construction workers witnessed how public serv

Parents came forward with narratives marked by sacrifice, resilience, and quiet determination—shaped by the daily struggle to provide for their families while ensuring their children remain in school. For many recipients, the food packs eased immediate household concerns, while the school supplies represented renewed opportunities for their children’s education, growth, and aspirations beyond hardship. On December 17, 2025, the Department of Labor and Employment – Quezon Prov

For ten days, the participants underwent intensive training through 30 carefully structured modules that focused on developing essential competencies beyond classroom lectures, including effective communication, teamwork and collaboration, problem-solving skills, and strong work ethics necessary for personal growth and workplace readiness. In Unisan, Quezon, the Department of Labor and Employment–Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE QPO), in partnership with PESO Unisan and private

Prior to the rollout, beneficiaries participated in an orientation detailing the program’s processes, responsibilities, and benefits, ensuring that each participant was adequately informed and prepared for their community service assignment. The Department of Labor and Employment Regional Office No. IV-A (DOLE CALABARZON) through its Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE QPO) officially rolled out the ongoing TUPAD Program for 2,015 beneficiaries from the municipalities of Tiaong, C

Thirty-one (31) representatives from the Drugstores Association of the Philippines – Quezon Chapter convened at Max’s Restaurant in Brgy. Isabang, Tayabas City for a comprehensive orientation on Department Order No. 252-25, led by the Department of Labor and Employment – Quezon Provincial Office (DOLE-QPO). On November 19, 2025, thirty-one (31) representatives from the Drugstores Association of the Philippines – Quezon Chapter came together at Max’s Restaurant in Brgy. Isaban