Employees' Compensation Commission

ECC Expands Advocacy Initiatives in Samar; Strengthens Social Protection Awareness

BORONGAN CITY, EASTERN SAMAR—The Employees' Compensation Commission (ECC) successfully launched Day 1 of its two-day Employees’ Compensation Program (ECP) Advocacy Seminar and Consultation at the Stellar Hotel.

The seminar kicked off with welcome remarks from the Provincial Chamber of Commerce President Conrad Uy and DOLE Eastern Samar Field Office Senior Labor and Employment Officer Neil Moraleta.

The event drew nearly 100 participants, including employers and employees from private micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), as well as self-employed individuals.

Representatives from the public sector also attended the event. The delegation comprised personnel from provincial and city offices, barangay officials, uniformed personnel, staff from the DOLE Eastern Samar Field Office, employees from the Public Employment Service Office (PESO), and representatives from the Social Security System (SSS) and the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS).

Ahead of the Employees’ Compensation Program (ECP) Advocacy Seminar and Consultation set for June 2, 2026, the Employees’ Compensation Commission (ECC) conducted a series of courtesy visits on June 1, 2026, to key government offices in Eastern Samar. Among those visited were the Office of the Governor, the Borongan City Government and the City Public Employment Service Office (PESO), GSIS and SSS Borongan Extension Offices, and the DOLE Eastern Samar Field Office.

During the visits, officials expressed their support for the upcoming activity and committed to helping invite participants to ensure wider dissemination of information on the ECP particularly among workers, employers, and stakeholders in the province.

Happy Monday, ka-ECC!

May we continue to foster a workplace culture rooted in respect, kindness, and excellence in service. The way we treat one another and the quality of our work leave a lasting impact on those we serve.

Have a productive and meaningful week ahead!

Employees' Compensation Commission (ECC) Executive Director Kaima Via B. Velasquez underscored key points during the 5th Regular Governing Board meeting held on May 21, 2026 at the Occupational Safety and Health Center in Quezon City.

Among the matters deliberated by the Board were the MOA between ECC and the OGCC, structural retrofitting works of ECC bldg. , proposed appeal on CPCS ll to the Governance Commission for Government-Owned or -Controlled Corporations, as well as WRCC updates, among other key agenda items.

ECC conducts barangay ECP seminar in Pasig City

The Employees' Compensation Commission (ECC) conducted an awareness campaign about the Employees' Compensation Program (ECP) on May 28, 2026, at Barangay Bagong Katipunan, Pasig City.

More than 30 participants, including barangay staff and local residents, attended the seminar. This initiative aims to inform the public about the comprehensive benefits and services offered by ECC in the event of work-related sickness, injury or death.

Happy Friday, ka-ECC!

Registration for next week’s ECP Webinars is now open! Join us and register for FREE to learn more about the Employees’ Compensation (EC) Program — information that could help you or someone you know in case of a work-related sickness or injury.

📅 Every Wednesday
🕙 Morning session: 10:00 – 11:30AM
🕜 Afternoon session: 1:30 – 3:00PM

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/ECCWebinar2026

Once on the site, simply select the ECP In-house Webinar via Zoom on June 3 and choose your preferred session time to complete your registration.

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃: 𝐃𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐬𝐞

Secretary Francis N. Tolentino of the Department of Labor and Employment, ordered the Employees' Compensation Commission, DOLE’s attached agency to provide Employees’ Compensation cash assistance and benefits to qualified victims and beneficiaries affected by the recent building collapse in Angeles City, Pampanga.

𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺.

The Employees' Compensation Commission sends its warmest greetings to our Muslim brothers and sisters celebrating Eid’l Adha. May the blessings of peace, prosperity, and good health be upon you and your families.

Today, we honor the spirit of sacrifice, generosity, and devotion that defines this holy day. In public service, we are reminded of our shared responsibility to uplift the lives of others and to serve with integrity and compassion.

Blessed Eid’l Adha to all!

ECC congratulates and warmly welcomes the new Labor Secretary and ECC Governing Board Chairperson, Atty. Francis N. Tolentino.

We look forward to working with you in advancing workers’ welfare and protection.