2020 declared as ‘Year of Filipino Workers’

By Prince Golez

President Rodrigo Duterte has signed a proclamation declaring 2020 as the “Year of Filipino Workers.”

In signing Proclamation No. 976 on July 6, Duterte ordered the Department of Health (DOH) to lead, coordinate, and supervise the nationwide observance of the Year of Filipino Health Workers.

“Thousands of Filipino health workers, who comprise a major component of the nation’s labor force, selflessly and tirelessly provide essential, quality, and critical care to individuals, families and groups, even in the face of great peril, fear, uncertainty and vulnerability,” according to the President.

Under his latest directive, all government agencies and instrumentalities, including local government units, business communities, relevant civil society groups, and professional organizations are directed to participate and render the necessary support and assistance to the DOH for the effective implementation of the proclamation.

Also, media entities are encouraged to promote and generate awareness, as well as public support for the programs and activities relative to the celebration.

“The coronavirus disease pandemic has greatly affected the country and most nations worldwide, and has posed a daunting challenge to the country’s health sector,” said Duterte.

“There is a need to commemorate the immeasurable acts of heroism and selfless compassion of nurses, midwives, and all health workers, and give due honor to those who sacrificed their lives in the line of service, especially during this extraordinary time,” he also said.

Source: Latest Politics News Today (Politics.com.ph)