PPDAO

02/01/2026

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT | CSC REMINDER

PAALALA SA LAHAT NG KAWANI NG PAMAHALAAN

Muling binibigyang-diin ang mahigpit na pagsunod sa itinakdang oras ng trabaho at ang mga kaukulang parusa sa mga paglabag, alinsunod sa Omnibus Rules Implementing Book V of EO No. 292 at Revised Rules on Administrative Cases in the Civil Service (RRACCS).

OFFICE HOURS

✔️ Mahigpit na sundin ang opisyal na oras ng trabaho
✔️ Tamang pag-record ng attendance (DTR / bundy clock)
✔️ Ipinagbabawal ang falsification ng time records

MGA ADMINISTRATIVE OFFENSES
🔴 Frequent Unauthorized Absences (Habitual Absenteeism)
🔴 Tardiness in Reporting for Duty
🔴 Loafing from Duty during Regular Office Hours

Maaaring magsagawa ng spot check ang isang government physician, sa pahintulot ng Head of Office, sa mga empleyadong naka-sick leave.

MGA PARUSA (RRACCS)

GRAVE OFFENSES
• Suspension: 6 months and 1 day hanggang 1 year (1st offense)
• Dismissal from service (2nd offense)
LIGHT OFFENSE – HABITUAL TARDINESS
(10 beses na late sa loob ng isang buwan, sa loob ng 2 buwan sa isang semestre o magkasunod na 2 buwan)
• Reprimand – 1st offense
• Suspension (1–30 days) – 2nd offense
• Dismissal – 3rd offense

Ang pag-uuri ng habitual tardiness bilang grave o light offense ay nakadepende sa dalas at epekto nito sa serbisyo publiko.

PAALALA:
Ang hindi awtorisadong pagliban, pagpasok nang late, at pag-iwas sa tungkulin ay seryosong paglabag at may katapat na parusa.
Para sa mahigpit na pagsunod.

27/12/2025

Empowering Disability Sector

21/12/2025

Empowering Every Estehanon: A Milestone for Inclusion and Digital Innovation

We are thrilled to announce a significant leap forward in our mission to serve the disability sector in Eastern Samar!

On the afternoon of December 18, 2025, acting on the authority of Governor Ralph Vincent Evardone, the Provincial Government officially received a specialized Computer Workstation donated by the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) through the leadership of Executive Director Glenda D. Relova. This turnover, facilitated by the NCDA Regional Program Division’s Ms. Zyrell Nator and Sir Tristan, took place at the DSWD Regional Office in Palo, Leyte, under the guidance of Regional Director Grace Subong, represented by the Regional Focal Person for Persons with Disability Programs, Mr. Macor Christian Lee Wael.

This arrival is both timely and transformative. It serves as a vital engine for the Provincial Persons with Disability Affairs Office (PDAO) and its newly proposed Digitalization of the Persons with Disability Data Management System (PWD-DMS).

Aligning perfectly with Governor RV Evardone’s priority agenda for Digitalization, this initiative is set to revolutionize how we serve our community by:

Centralizing Care: Transitioning to a real-time, centralized database for PWD records across the province.

Precision Planning: Using disaggregated data to ensure provincial programs are backed by evidence and tailored to real needs.

Resilient Response: Enhancing our ability to provide immediate, targeted assistance during disaster response and emergencies.

✨ Hope in Every Byte
Digitalization is more than just technology—it is about visibility. By modernizing our systems, we ensure that every person with a disability in Eastern Samar is recognized, counted, and prioritized.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the NCDA and the DSWD for their partnership. Together, we are building a province where innovation meets compassion, and where progress leaves no one behind.

16/12/2025

"In God's Perfect Timing'

16/12/2025

Success belongs to the persistent heart, not the swift foot. 🐢✨

Stop worrying about the speed of your progress. The true power lies in showing up, consistently, day after day. Turning those small, focused steps into unstoppable momentum is the secret. Keep going—your steady pace will carry you to the finish line!

14/12/2025

The Department of Education (DepEd) will allocate P1.04 billion for its Special Needs Education program covering persons with disabilities (PWDs) and students from the indigenous peoples (IPs).

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Education Sec. Sonny Angara —NIÑO JESUS ORBETA MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) will allocate P1.04 billion for its Special Needs Education program covering persons

11/12/2025

🌈 Celebrating Strength, Uniting for Progress! ♿️

On December 10, 2025, the Provincial Gym in Borongan City overflowed with hope as we celebrated the International Day of Persons with Disability!

Driven by the theme "Fostering Disability-Inclusive Societies for Advancing Social Progress," this powerful joint event—including our Annual General Assembly, Year-End Review, and Christmas Party—was a testament to the strength, rights, and future of PWDs in Eastern Samar.

We extend our deepest gratitude to
Governor Ralph Vincent Evardone for his profound dedication and unwavering support. Your leadership illuminates our path!

Ma'am Lin Arago-Dulfo (OIC-PSWDO) and Ma'am Doris Cajegas (Focal Person) for their vital commitment.

The dedicated Officers of the Provincial Federation and all Municipal Federation/Association members—your efforts are the foundation of our movement.

The amazing PPDAO Staff, Lenelle Lapesora Agapan and Hazel De Leon, the energetic duo who brilliantly facilitated this success!

10/12/2025

Happy International Day of Persons with Disability Province of Eastern Samar, thank you Governor Ralph Vincent Evardone

Disability is simply one facet of the human experience; it is not a limit on potential. Every person with a disability possesses a unique array of talents, skills, and perspectives waiting to be discovered and shared. When given equal opportunities, accessible resources, and an inclusive environment, they cannot only develop but also magnificently showcase their abilities—whether in arts, science, sports, business, or any other field. True inclusion means removing barriers and recognizing that the diverse talents of persons with disabilities are an invaluable asset that enriches society as a whole.

08/12/2025

The Civil Service Commission (CSC) issued Resolution No. 2501292 on November 13, 2025, establishing a Wellness Leave Policy for government employees. This timely policy underscores the CSC's commitment to acknowledging and addressing the critical need for mental health support and overall well-being in the public service sector, ensuring civil servants have the necessary time off to maintain a healthy and productive state.

The introduction of a dedicated Wellness Leave Policy is highly significant and timely, particularly in the context of growing awareness about mental health challenges in demanding work environments, such as public service.

Prioritizing Mental Health

De-stigmatization: It formally recognizes that mental health is as valid a reason for a leave of absence as physical sickness, helping to combat the stigma often associated with mental health issues in the workplace.

Preventive Measure: It encourages employees to take proactive rest and care, which can prevent minor stress or fatigue from escalating into severe mental or physical health conditions. This is a crucial step for a workforce often under high pressure.

Boosting Productivity and Service Quality

Enhanced Performance: A well-rested and mentally healthy civil servant is more likely to be productive, focused, and engaged, ultimately improving the quality and efficiency of public service delivery.

Reduced Absenteeism: By providing a dedicated avenue for wellness breaks, the policy can lead to a decrease in unscheduled or prolonged absences that stem from unaddressed burnout and chronic stress.

Fulfilling the Mandate for Employee Welfare

Legal Compliance: The policy is a step towards fulfilling the spirit of the Mental Health Act (RA 11036) and the CSC's own mandates to create a supportive and conducive working environment for all government personnel.

Holistic HR Management: It moves Human Resource management beyond just attendance and performance metrics to a holistic approach that values the total well-being of the employee, recognizing them as an invaluable asset to the government.

07/12/2025

ANG BANSA NA HINDI MAKARINIG, HINDI MAKAKITA, AT HINDI MAKARAMDAM

Sa Pilipinas, may tinig na araw-araw humihingi ng tulong pero hindi naririnig. Hindi dahil mahina, kundi dahil mas malakas ang katahimikan ng isang lipunang hindi para sa kanila.

May higit 1.4 million Pilipino na may kapansanan ayon sa PSA. Ngunit sinasabi mismo ng Philippine Institute for Development Studies na ang tunay na bilang ay mas mataas dahil marami ang hindi nakakapagpa-assess, hindi nakakapag-renew ng PWD ID, o hindi umaabot sa kahit pinakamalapit na tanggapan. Sa Quezon City pa lang, higit 33,000 ang registered PWDs, pero mas marami ang invisible dahil walang akses sa mismong mga prosesong dapat tumulong sa kanila.

May batas tayo. RA 7277. RA 9442. RA 10524. At may UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities na pinirmahan ng Pilipinas noong 2008. Sa papel, ang bansa ay para sa lahat. Sa realidad, ang bansa ay para lang sa mga kayang umakyat, tumawid, at makakita sa signage na hindi mo maaabot kung wala kang lakas ng binti o liwanag ng mata.

Sa research ng PIDS, halos 44 percent ng persons with disability ang walang trabaho, hindi dahil wala silang kakayahan, kundi dahil hindi sila makapasok sa mismong pintuan ng oportunidad. Sa DepEd data, maraming batang may kapansanan ang hindi nakapapasok sa paaralan dahil walang rampa, walang accessible CR, at walang trained personnel. Maraming LGU buildings ang walang elevator. Sa 2019 accessibility audit ng Department of Public Works and Highways, dose-dosenang government buildings ang bagsak sa minimum requirements ng Accessibility Law. Marami ang walang ramps, sobrang makitid ang pinto, at walang tactile paving para sa may visual impairment.

Ito ang araw-araw na kuwento na hindi sinusulat sa diyaryo. Isang lalaking naka-wheelchair na pinilit buhatin sa hagdan ng city hall para lang makakuha ng PWD ID. Isang batang may cerebral palsy na tumigil sa pag-aaral dahil ang tanging jeep na daraan sa kanila ay kailangang akyatin. Isang bulag na nadapa sa sidewalk na may butas at nakaharang na poste habang ang driver ng tricycle ay humihirit ng dagdag dahil baka raw mabagal siya. Isang ina na umiiyak sa labas ng ospital dahil hindi makapasok ang wheelchair ng anak niya sa CR dahil masikip ang pinto.

Walang mas matalas na parusa kaysa sa araw-araw na pagpapaalala na hindi ikaw ang inisip nang gawin ang lipunan.

Sa National Council on Disability Affairs report, karamihan ng LGUs ay walang local accessibility audit. Ibig sabihin, hindi alam ng gobyerno kung ilang tulay, paaralan, health center, o barangay hall ang hindi accessible. At kung hindi mo alam ang lawak ng problema, hindi mo rin malulutas ito. Sa assessment ng DOH, marami sa public hospitals ang hindi tugma sa accessibility standards. Sa public transport study ng Ateneo Policy Center, ipinakita na halos lahat ng bus, jeep, at UV Express routes ay hindi accessible sa wheelchair users.

Hindi ito simpleng inconvenience. Ito ay paglabag sa karapatan. Ang mobility ay karapatan. Ang edukasyon ay karapatan. Ang kalusugan ay karapatan. Ang trabaho ay karapatan. At bawat araw na hindi makagalaw ang taong may kapansanan ay araw na nilabag natin ang batas.

Pero ang masakit, alam natin ang solusyon. Rampa. Elevator. Mas malapad na pinto. Tactical paving. Accessible public transport. Inclusive hiring. Digital apps na may screen-reader support at non-visual cues. Hindi ito komplikado. Hindi ito high-tech. Mas mura pa ito kaysa sa facade ng mga bagong opisina na hindi naman malalapitan ng taong may kapansanan.

Ang tunay na dahilan ay hindi kakulangan ng kaalaman. Kakulangan ng pakialam.

Sa bawat bansang umuunlad, ang tanong ay hindi gaano kataas ang building. Ang tanong ay gaano kadali para sa pinakamahina na gumalaw, makapag-aral, makapag-trabaho, at mabuhay nang may dignidad.

Dito sa atin, ang sagot ay malinaw. Sa bansang hindi marunong magbigay-daan, ang pinaka-naaapakan ay yaong hindi na nga makatayo.

Kaya dapat itong pag-usapan. Hindi dahil ito ay kuwento ng awa. Ito ay kuwento ng katarungan. At may obligasyon tayong lahat na hindi matahimik habang may mga kababayan tayong hindi makatawid sa sariling bayan.

NutribunRepublic

05/12/2025