Introduction and Context:

Good morning, esteemed members of the NDRRMC and our Chairperson. As the Secretary of
DOLE, I am honored to present our department's strategic response to support the recovery
efforts after a catastrophic event like Super Typhoon Yolanda. Our primary focus is on ensuring
the safety and well-being of workers, facilitating employment opportunities, and supporting the
overall economic recovery of affected areas.

Key Actions Post-Disaster

1. Assessment of Damage and Needs

 Objective: Conduct a rapid assessment of the damage to workplaces, infrastructure, and

the impact on employment.
 Implementation: Collaborate with local government units (LGUs), regional offices, and
other stakeholders to gather data on destroyed or damaged workplaces, displaced
workers, and potential job opportunities in reconstruction efforts.

2. Emergency Employment Programs

 Objective: Provide immediate income opportunities for affected workers through

emergency employment programs.
 Implementation:
 Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers
(TUPAD): Implement TUPAD to offer temporary jobs in debris clearing,
reconstruction, and other disaster-related activities.
 Cash-for-Work Programs: Partner with local governments and NGOs to
implement cash-for-work initiatives that focus on community rehabilitation
projects.

3. Livelihood Assistance

 Objective: Support the revival of local economies by providing livelihood assistance to

affected communities.
 Implementation:
 DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program (DILP): Offer financial assistance and
training to individuals or groups seeking to establish or revive small businesses.
 Entrepreneurship Training: Provide training and mentorship programs to equip
beneficiaries with the skills needed to manage their own businesses.

4. Labor Standards Enforcement

 Objective: Ensure compliance with labor laws and standards in disaster-related work.
 Implementation: Conduct regular inspections and monitoring to ensure that workers
engaged in reconstruction efforts are paid fair wages and work in safe conditions.
5. Social Protection and Support

 Objective: Provide support to workers and their families affected by the disaster.
 Implementation:
 Financial Assistance: Offer financial aid to workers who have lost their jobs or
suffered injuries.
 Counseling Services: Provide psychological support and counseling to affected
workers and their families.

6. Coordination and Collaboration

 Objective: Enhance coordination with other government agencies, NGOs, and private
sector entities.
 Implementation:
 Inter-Agency Collaboration: Work closely with agencies like the Department of
Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Department of Trade and Industry
(DTI), and local governments to ensure a cohesive response.
 Private Sector Engagement: Encourage private companies to participate in job
creation and livelihood programs.

Conclusion

In conclusion, our department is committed to supporting the recovery efforts by focusing on

employment creation, livelihood assistance, and ensuring fair labor practices. We believe that by
working together with all stakeholders, we can effectively address the challenges posed by
disasters like Super Typhoon Yolanda and contribute to the overall resilience and development
of affected communities. Thank you.
This approach ensures a comprehensive and coordinated response that addresses both immediate
needs and long-term recovery goals.

In response to a disaster like Super Typhoon Yolanda, the Department of Labor and
Employment (DOLE) takes a multi-faceted approach to support affected communities. Initially,
we conduct a rapid assessment of damage to workplaces and infrastructure to identify areas of
need. This information guides our implementation of emergency employment programs, such as
TUPAD and cash-for-work initiatives, which provide temporary jobs in debris clearing and
reconstruction efforts. Additionally, we offer livelihood assistance through programs like DILP,
which supports small businesses and entrepreneurship training to help individuals establish or
revive their livelihoods. To ensure fair labor practices, we enforce labor standards and provide
social protection, including financial aid and counseling services for affected workers.
Throughout these efforts, we maintain strong coordination with other government agencies,
NGOs, and the private sector to ensure a cohesive and effective response that supports both
immediate relief and long-term economic recovery.
 The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) cannot employ all affected
individuals from a disaster directly, but it can implement programs to provide temporary
employment and livelihood assistance to a significant number of affected workers. Through
initiatives like the Integrated Livelihood and Emergency Employment Program
(DILEEP) and Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers
(TUPAD), DOLE offers short-term wage employment opportunities for displaced individuals.
These programs typically involve tasks such as debris clearing, infrastructure repair, and
community rebuilding projects..
For example, after Typhoon Yolanda, DOLE hired workers under its emergency employment
program to clean up debris and construct bunkhouses in affected areas. This approach helps
provide immediate income support while enabling communities to recover2. However, the scale
of employment depends on factors like budget allocations, coordination with local government
units (LGUs), and the availability of projects suitable for emergency employment4.
While DOLE can assist a substantial number of affected individuals, employing all disaster
victims may not be feasible due to resource constraints and logistical challenges. Instead, DOLE
collaborates with LGUs and other agencies to prioritize the most vulnerable workers and ensure
efficient implementation of its programs

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) played a significant role in providing
assistance during and after Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) through various emergency employment
and livelihood recovery initiatives:
1. Emergency Employment Programs: DOLE implemented emergency employment
programs in affected areas, providing immediate income opportunities to displaced
workers5. For example:
 In Ormoc City, 1,240 workers were hired across 48 barangays as part of the initial
emergency employment efforts5.
 The program expanded to cover 22 barangays in Tacloban and 70 in Ormoc,
involving 2,760 worker-beneficiaries5.
2. Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD): This
program offered temporary employment opportunities for affected individuals, focusing
on tasks such as debris clearing, reconstruction, and other disaster-related activities12.
3. Integrated Livelihood and Emergency Employment Program (DILEEP): DOLE
implemented this program to provide both short-term wage employment and livelihood
assistance to displaced workers12.
4. Skills Training: DOLE facilitated various skills training programs to help workers
acquire new skills for alternative livelihoods or to support reconstruction efforts. This
included tourism-related skills training in areas like Cebu, where tourism was a
significant economic driver12.
 5. Coordination with Partners: DOLE worked closely with local government units, other
government agencies, and international organizations like the International Labour
Organization (ILO) to implement these programs effectively125.
6. Focus on Vulnerable Workers: DOLE paid special attention to workers engaged in
vulnerable forms of employment, estimated to be around 2.2 million out of the 5.1
million workers affected across 36 provinces6.
These initiatives aimed to provide immediate income support to affected workers while also
contributing to the overall recovery and reconstruction efforts in the aftermath of Typhoon
Yolanda