Gov't workers urged to join September 1 running event for fallen civil servants
Thousands of government officials and employees nationwide are urged to join a benefit fun run organized by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) on Sept. 1.
The event dubbed “VibeRun: Takbo para sa mga Servant-Heroes” aims to foster physical and mental well-being among the 1.9 million civil servants working in various government agencies, as part of the month-long Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA) celebration in September.
It also honors civil servants who lost their lives in the line of duty, with all proceeds supporting their families.
“As we begin the 124th PCSA, our goal is to host an event that carries profound meaning and purpose for all participants. VibeRun goes beyond the act of running. It serves as a meaningful way to contribute. The funds raised will directly benefit the Pamanang Lingkod Bayani (PLBi) Program of the CSC, providing essential financial support to the families of civil servants who lost their lives in the line of duty,” CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles said.
The CSC’s PLBi Program is a tribute to slain or deceased government employees by providing one-time financial assistance of P100,000, a plaque of recognition, and scholarship grants to the deceased employee’s immediate family member.
Since its inception in 2011, the PLBi program has supported 249 awardees nationwide.
Nograles encouraged government agencies nationwide to send representatives to participate in the fun run, which will feature two categories—three-kilometer and five-kilometer events.
Individuals can register for VibeRun until Aug. 29 for a fee of P250.