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BSP: Digitizing microfinance services will boost financial inclusion
Digitizing microfinance institutions could promote further financial inclusion in the country as borrowers from the unserved and underserved segments of the population will be able to access a wider range of financial services......»»
Delivery drivers urge Mayor Baste for business permit exemption
Title: Delivery Drivers Seek Exemption from Business Permit Requirement A group of delivery drivers in Davao is urging Mayor Sebastian Duterte to exempt them from the mandatory business permits. The drivers, including those from various delivery apps such as Grab and FoodPanda, are concerned about the financial burden imposed by the business permits, which range from P2,000 to P6,000. They argue that this requirement is unique to Davao City among all cities and provinces in the Philippines. Grab rider Rolando Atico emphasized the need for solidarity among all delivery drivers, regardless of the app they work for. He urged fellow drivers to support each other, as the financial impact may extend beyond just Grab and FoodPanda. Atico also requested Mayor Duterte to reconsider the requirement and reinstate the previous occupational permit, which only cost P125. The group is facing a 30-day deadline to obtain the business permits, and they are citing financial constraints as a reason for their request for an extension. Failure to comply could result in their removal from the delivery platforms, jeopardizing their livelihoods. Additionally, they are advocating for changes to Davao City's Revenue Code, proposing a model similar to Cebu City, where only an occupational permit is required. The drivers are also calling for an inquiry into the lack of transparency and unilateral actions of food delivery companies, particularly concerning rider capitalization and financial concerns. They believe that a thorough investigation will help ensure fairness and equity in their financial obligations and working relationship with the delivery companies. Maribel Paguican, the Business Bureau officer-in-charge, stated that non-certified delivery riders categorized as service contractors must obtain a business permit. She mentioned two permits for occupational and business activities, with a discounted structure for delivery riders. However, concerns have been raised about increased taxes, potentially ranging from P3,000 to P6,000, along with an additional tax on top of the declared income of P1,400. The delivery drivers' plea for exemption from the business permit requirement reflects their concerns about the financial impact and the potential threat to their livelihoods. Their call for solidarity and support from fellow drivers highlights the urgency of the situation. This story sheds light on the challenges faced by delivery drivers in Davao and the implications of the business permit requirement on their financial well-being. It also underscores their efforts to seek fairness and equity in their working relationship with the authorities and delivery companies......»»
PLDT-Smart’s pioneering inclusion program shortlisted at 2024 GLOMOs
The PLDT Group’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Advocacy through Technology program has been shortlisted at the 2024 Global Mobile Awards......»»
CIMB boosts financial inclusion with Lazada
Digital-only commercial bank CIMB Bank Philippines has teamed up with e-commerce platform Lazada Philippines to further advance financial inclusion and digital payments among Filipinos, targeting to onboard 500,000 borrowers within six months......»»
CARD MRI clinches Digital Financial Inclusion Award
CARD Mutually Reinforcing Institutions (CARD MRI) was selected as one of the five microfinance institution (MFI) winners at the 2nd Digital Financial Inclusion Awards......»»
Cebuana s Kanegosyo, Taxumo partner to boost financial inclusion for MSMEs
Cebuana s Kanegosyo, Taxumo partner to boost financial inclusion for MSMEs.....»»
Big business in education
Improved facilities, better pay for teachers and other staff members and employees, improvement in the quality of education being received by students, stronger sports programs......»»
Marian, Angel, Bea, Juday tuloy ang laban para sa karapatan ng kababaihan
IPINAGDIRIWANG ngayong buwan ng Marso ang 2024 International Women’s Month na may temang “Inspire Inclusion.” “When we inspire others to understand and value women’s inclusion, we forge a better world. And when women themselves are inspired to be included, there’s a sense of belonging, relevance and empowerment,” ang nakasaad na mensahe sa isang website hinggil.....»»
DSWD urges 4Ps beneficiaries to avail of gov’t tertiary education support
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) urged the beneficiaries of its Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) who want to pursue higher education to avail of various government tertiary education support programs that will assist them with their school expenses. DSWD Asst. Secretary for Strategic Communications Romel Lopez said on Monday (January 15) that […].....»»
‘Review sex education amid teen pregnancies’
With one out of 10 teenagers aged 15 to 19 getting pregnant, the Department of Education should check comprehensive sexuality education programs to prevent female learners from dropping out of school due to pregnancy, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian said......»»
Non-profit peace-advocacy swimming training facility up
There is a big peace-advocacy group that had set up in a hinterland town a swimming pool for honing potential young swimmers from the Muslim, Christian and indigenous communities into athletes as a showcase of religious and cultural solidarity in sports......»»
Torion to spearhead Yogi’s ‘Sports for All’ basketball program
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former PBA star Jimwell Torion will oversee the basketball program of the soon-to-be-launched “Sports for All” advocacy of former Customs Commissioner Yogi Filemon Ruiz. Ruiz has officially announced that he will be launching a comprehensive and city-wide sports program in March as part of his “Sports for All” advocacy. This was.....»»
Oceana PH marks 10 years of impactful ocean conservation advocacy
Oceana PH marks 10 years of impactful ocean conservation advocacy.....»»
Zero waste advocacy launched in Camarines Norte
Zero waste advocacy launched in Camarines Norte Vox Bikol Fri, 08/24/2018 - 03:53.....»»
Glass Child Advocacy
Glass Child Advocacy.....»»
Utzurrum: Zonta Club of Cebu 2’s Alimbukad advocacy
Utzurrum: Zonta Club of Cebu 2’s Alimbukad advocacy.....»»
Cebuana Lhuillier embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion in iBelong drive
Cebuana Lhuillier embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion in iBelong drive.....»»
Cha-cha is inclusion
People may not realize it, but Charter change is all about inclusion. It is to mainstream Filipinos who are at society’s rough edges, those denied basic services government is mandated by law and by the Constitution to render or deliver......»»
DavNor surpasses Tagum for 2nd in Davraa 2024 with dancesport inclusion
DavNor surpasses Tagum for 2nd in Davraa 2024 with dancesport inclusion.....»»
DOT seeks inclusion in protected areas board amid Chocolate Hills issue
Department of Tourism Sec. Christina Frasco —INQUIRER.net file photo / Ryan Leagogo After the recent controversy surrounding a resort development near Chocolate Hills in Sagbayan town, Bohol, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced plans to advocate for its inclusion in the national government’s Protected Area Management Board (PAMB). Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco stated during a.....»»