DOLE-13 intensifies livelihood program in 2025
BUTUAN CITY – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Caraga will enhance its delivery of livelihood services for the informal sector in Caraga region in 2025.
Under the DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program (DILP), the department will focus on improving livelihood projects to ensure high-quality outcomes. These projects will serve as a start-up for the beneficiaries, aiming to uplift the living conditions of marginalized and vulnerable sectors.
This initiative seeks to increase their income and create a greater economic impact for workers and members of beneficiary groups. It also aims to contribute to the overall economic development of the community.
As part of its efforts to intensify its livelihood services, DOLE Caraga has strengthened the capacity of its Livelihood Focal Persons and Livelihood Development Specialists. This was achieved through a three-day capacity-building session on DILP, Adjustment Measure Program (AMP)/ Technical Advisory Visit (TAV), and Demo Project implementation and monitoring, held on January 6-8 at Pavilion X, Watergate Hotel, Butuan City.
In his message, DOLE Regional Director Joffrey M. Suyao emphasized the importance of equipping livelihood implementers with the necessary tools and strategies to effectively assist beneficiaries and ensure the delivery of high-quality projects.
During the training, participants engaged in discussions and workshops on key topics, including Worktrepreneurship Development, Financial Management, Basic Accounting, Guidelines on Demo Project Development, Project Monitoring and Evaluation, and Documentation and Report Writing.
DOLE Caraga remains committed to provide quality services to both the informal and formal sectors in the region, with the goal of improving the lives of beneficiaries through its livelihood programs. (KKVD, DOLE-Caraga/PIA-Caraga)