DOLE BATANGAS STRENGTHENS FUTURE WORKFORCE THROUGH LABOR EDUCATION IN SAN JUAN, BATANGAS

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region IV-A, through its Batangas Provincial Office, continues to fulfill its mandate of informing the public—especially graduating students about their labor rights as they prepare to enter the country’s workforce.

Senior Labor and Employment Officer Ms. Ann Jelyn Natividad served as the resource speaker for the Labor Education for Graduating Students (LEGS) held at Batangas Eastern Colleges. As one of the SENA Desk Officers who regularly handles labor-related concerns, Ms. Natividad shared her expertise on fundamental labor standards and workers’ rights. 

Ms. Ann Jelyn Natividad on her discussion of the Labor Standards. (Photo by Leomar De Torres)

Several academic departments participated in the seminar, including the College of Business, College of Computer Science, College of Teacher Education, and various Technical-Vocational programs. Their involvement highlights the diversity of future professionals who will soon join different fields of the labor force.

One of the attendees, Ms. Rovalia Ericka Cortez, a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Human Resource Management student, expressed her appreciation for DOLE’s initiative. 

“Talagang nalinawan po kaming mga graduating students alam na po naming natin after this graduation after po namin dito sa school ayt mag aapply na po kami o mag hahanap ng work and mag fifield na po kami. And by this seminar by this help po malaking tulong po sya para sa amin po. To wrap it all po itong seminar ay talagang napaka ganda napaka laking tulong lalo na sa aming mga graduating student ng Batangas Eastern Colleges. Thank you po.” she remarked.

 Ms. Rovalia Ericka Cortez, a BSBA HRM student as she participates in the conduct of LEGS in Batangas Eastern Colleges. (Photo by Leomar De Torres)

The continuous conduct of labor education activities aims to prepare students for future employment by equipping them with essential knowledge on labor laws, workers’ rights, and the prevention of potential workplace conflicts.

DOLE underscores the importance of strong collaboration between the government and academic institutions to ensure that young professionals are well-informed and empowered as they transition to the world of work. Such initiatives play a vital role in strengthening the country’s labor force and fostering a fair and productive labor market.

DOLE representative Ms. Ann Jelyn Nativad on her discussion of the Labor Standards. (Photo by Leomar De Torres)

The department remains hopeful that through sustained labor education efforts, graduating students will be better prepared for employment and contribute positively to the nation’s labor landscape. #