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Manila LGU launches skills training for out-of-school youth, marginalized sectors

Published May 7, 2025 07:58 pm

At A Glance

  • The city government of Manila is set to expand its livelihood initiatives for out-of-school youth, undergraduates, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and heads of households, in a bid to create long-term employment opportunities and reduce dependence on short-term aid programs.

The city government of Manila is set to expand its livelihood initiatives for out-of-school youth, undergraduates, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and heads of households, in a bid to create long-term employment opportunities and reduce dependence on short-term aid programs.

Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan announced that instead of relying solely on emergency assistance and short-term employment programs such as Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD), the city will intensify its partnership with national agencies to implement practical, skills-based training programs for Manila residents who are willing to learn and work.

Among the upcoming initiatives are the Tourist Guide Training for tricycle operators and drivers (TODA), First Aid and Rescue Training for youth groups, and Caregiver Training programs that are open to all Manileños in need of employment. These training sessions are tailored for college undergraduates, senior high school graduates, and junior high school completers.

“These programs already exist — they’re not just being planned. The training modules are ready,” said Lacuna-Pangan.

The Department of Tourism (DOT) will serve as a key partner for the tourist guide training, while the Bureau of Fire Protection, Philippine Coast Guard, and Philippine General Hospital will work with the Sangguniang Kabataan for the first aid and rescue modules.

The city government said the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) will lead the caregiver training program.

For undergraduates with backgrounds in accountancy, finance, and commerce, the city will offer Bookkeeping and Tax Technician Training.

Lacuna-Pangan emphasized that these will be supplemented with values formation and ethics training to ensure the credibility and integrity of participants upon completion.

Several national agencies have the programs and the corresponding budgets in place.

With the support of Manila’s representatives in Congress and allied party-list groups, the city government will provide participants, venues, and logistical support to bring these training programs directly to Manileños.

“We will find new ways to make these trainings accessible here in Manila because our people are willing to learn, willing to work within their capacity, and willing to serve after they are trained,” the mayor said.

To facilitate the rollout of these initiatives, the Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), Public Employment Service Office (PESO), Department of Tourism, Culture and Arts of Manila (DTCAM), and other city hall departments will take on expanded roles in the city’s employment and training efforts.

Lacuna-Pangan confirmed that funding for these programs has already been included in the proposed 2025 City Budget, with plans to increase it in the coming years.

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