Senatorial candidate Camille Villar is advocating for policies to strengthen gig economy platforms in the Philippines, ensuring fair pay, better working conditions, and access to benefits for freelancers and independent workers. 

She emphasized that the gig economy sustains millions of Filipinos, from ride-hailing drivers and delivery riders to online freelancers. 

To support them, she is pushing for policies that enhance platforms, improve job security, and provide essential social protections.

Among her key reforms, Villar aims to establish clear regulations for digital labor platforms to ensure fair compensation and worker rights. She is also advocating for portable benefits such as SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG, allowing gig workers to access social protections regardless of the platform they work for. 

Additionally, she plans to introduce nationwide upskilling programs in IT, digital marketing, and tech services to help gig workers stay competitive in the evolving job market. 

To address payment concerns, she supports improving e-payment systems for faster and lower-fee transactions. 

Moreover, she is pushing for fair dispute resolution mechanisms to protect freelancers from unfair treatment and non-payment.

Villar highlighted the Philippines’ potential to become a global hub for remote work and digital freelancing, given its skilled workforce and growing internet penetration. 

She stressed the need for stronger digital infrastructure and better internet accessibility to create more opportunities for gig workers.

 “Gig workers are as hardworking as traditional employees. They deserve stable income, fair pay, and benefits to secure their future,” she said.

Her proposed reforms aim to build a sustainable and inclusive gig economy where every worker is valued and protected in the digital age. 

With a pro-business and pro-worker vision, Villar is determined to push for policies that modernize digital platforms, expand employment opportunities, and uplift gig workers in the new economy.