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Unemployment Documentary Video - Bread-Loser (By: Kian Inocentes | Dorothy Hernandez)

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URL:
https://youtu.be/RXW8bB1UYAk?feature=shared
TITLE:
Unemployment Documentary Video - Bread-Loser
AUTHOR:
Arnold Lebaste
DATE PUBLISHED:
November 10, 2021
KEY CONTENTS:
The video talks about the unemployment rate, which is relevant to our topic. Here in Mindanao, when the pandemic arose, there were fewer job opportunities for every Filipino, so the unemployment rate increased.

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Unemployment Documentary Video - Bread-Loser

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Philippines Unemployment Rate: Region X: Northern Mindanao (By: Nicolo Altea)

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https://www.ceicdata.com/en/philippines/labour-force-survey-unemployment-rate/unemployment-rate-region-x-northern-mindanao

TITLE:
Philippines Unemployment Rate: Region X: Northern Mindanao
AUTHOR:
©2021 CEIC Data, an ISI Emerging Markets Group Company
DATE:
9/21/2023
KEY CONTENT:
The unemployment rate in Region X showed a decreasing trend between July 2018 and October 2018. In July 2018, the unemployment rate was 5.200%, but it decreased to 3.100% by October 2018. This suggests a positive change in the labor market conditions within this specific region during that time. Over the observed period, the unemployment rate in Region X has varied, with an average rate of 5.300%. It reached its highest point at 7.400% in January 2005 and hit its lowest point at 3.000% in January 2018. This indicates that the labor market in Northern Mindanao has experienced fluctuations in unemployment rates over the years.
In conclusion, the unemployment rate in Region X (Northern Mindanao) of the Philippines has shown variability over time, with a recent decrease in unemployment between July and October 2018. Policymakers and researchers should continue to monitor this data to gain insights into the region's labor market dynamics and to formulate appropriate employment-related policies as needed.

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Unemployment issue that leads to poverty (By: Nicolo Altea)

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TITLE:
Unemployment issue that leads to poverty
AUTHOR:
CorporalEnergyGuanaco20
DATE:
2022
KEY CONTENT:
The picture vividly illustrates the harsh reality that unemployment exacerbates the challenges faced by individuals already affected by poverty.
Unemployment, a critical issue in modern society, not only affects individuals' financial well-being but also has far-reaching implications for the overall economic health, social stability, and the prevalence of poverty within a community or nation.
In conclusion, unemployment and poverty are closely connected, and they have significant effects on both individuals and society. When people lose their jobs, it often leads to poverty because they struggle to make money and access the things they need to live well. This makes it tough for them to meet their basic needs and have a decent life

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URL: https://open.spotify.com/show/6VAeMjXF8fsY27u6hDLR1C
TITLE:
USAPANG ECON
AUTHOR:
Puma Podcast
DATE:
November 2019
KEY CONTENT:

●     Usapang Econ is a group of young economists who wanted to share their knowledge of Economics in an exciting and easy way.

●     They believe that economics is for everybody.  They talk about a wide broad range of topics in Economics.

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Listen to Usapang Econ on Spotify. A podcast that makes economics fun and relevant. It equips listeners with information and an understanding of economic concepts, and enables them to connect these to current events. Hosted by University of the Philippines economists JC Punongbayan, Marianne Joy Vital, and Jeff Arapoc.

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Transfiguring Mindanao Conversation Series on “The Mindanao Underdevelopment Experience (By: Calah Vigilancia)

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URL:
https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1110841669540897
TITLE:
Transfiguring Mindanao Conversation Series on “The Mindanao Underdevelopment Experience
AUTHOR:
Institute of Philippine Culture
DATE:
August 31, 2022
KEY CONTENT:

●     This webinar is to integrate the southern economy into the national mainstream and the global economy

●     This webinar talks about the lack of job opportunities and high unemployment rate of Mindanao due to the state being underdeveloped but with high demands.

●     As per the Mindanawons, the Mindanao development strategy is nothing more than the old, discredited, and illusory “trickle-down” effect in economic theory.

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Transfiguring Mindanao Conversation Series on “The Mindanao Underdevelopment Experience” | Transfiguring Mindanao Conversation Series on “The Mindanao Underdevelopment Experience” 

The webinar will feature Dr. Eduardo C. Tadem, Dr. Joseph Y.... | By Institute of Philippine Culture | Facebook

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Transfiguring Mindanao Conversation Series on “The Mindanao Underdevelopment Experience” 

The webinar will feature Dr. Eduardo C. Tadem, Dr. Joseph Y....

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URL:
https://rsso10.psa.gov.ph/sites/default/files/PSAX-SR-2022-14%202021%20Annual%20Labor%20Market%20Statistics%20of%20Northern%20Mindanao.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0xYCR3N5n6_lup1fa4PmGGpM7fFqwh3eMpEMnW3LVX337NzlODs52RljE
TITLE:
Annual Labor Market Statistics of Northern Mindanao
AUTHOR:
Virgie A. Gayla
DATE PUBLISHED:
May 26, 2022
KEY CONTENT:
In conclusion, the Northern Mindanao region in the Philippines experienced a notable increase in its labor force participation rate (LFPR) in 2021, reaching 69.8 percent. This percentage signifies a significant rise of 3.5 percentage points from the 2020 estimate, which was 66.3 percent. Furthermore, the regional LFPR in Northern Mindanao surpassed the national average by a substantial margin, standing at 6.5 percentage points higher than the national estimate of 63.3 percent.

Among the provinces and highly urbanized cities (HUCs) within Northern Mindanao, Bukidnon emerged as the leader in LFPR, registering an impressive 78.3 percent, which is the highest among all provinces and HUCs nationwide. This indicates a robust participation of the labor force in Bukidnon, with a significant number of individuals aged 15 and above either employed or actively seeking employment. Mimicking Bukidnon's high LFPR to some extent, Misamis Oriental also posted a commendable rate of 71.3 percent. However, the City of Iligan lagged behind with a lower LFPR of 57.3 percent.

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Addressing the rising unemployment rate in Mindanao is essential for the region's stability and economic progress. (By: Calah Vigilancia)

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URL:  https://documents1.worldbank.org/curated/en/395661498616337079/117354-REVISED-PUBLIC-Philippines-Jobs-Report-FINAL.pdf
TITLE:
Addressing the Rising Unemployment Rate in Mindanao is Essential for the Region's Stability and Economic Progress.
AUTHOR:
A World Bank report, with the support of the Australia-World Bank Philippines Development Trust Fund and the Korea Trust Fund for Economic and Peace-building Transitions
DATE:
June 2017
KEY CONTENT:
Key strategies include:

1. Conflict Resolution: Efforts to address the long-standing armed conflict in Mindanao are crucial. Peacebuilding initiatives must tackle the root causes of violence, such as injustice, weak governance, land dispossession, discrimination, and sociocultural marginalization.

2. Diversification of Economic Growth: Mindanao should transition from its narrow growth model to one that leverages its comparative advantage in agriculture, particularly by supporting smallholder farmers and diversifying agricultural production.

3. Infrastructure Development: Investments in infrastructure, including roads, ports, and power supply, are vital to improving logistics and connectivity, enabling the development of value chains, and facilitating job creation.

4. Human Capital Development: Initiatives focusing on education, skills development, and training programs must be prioritized to equip Mindanawons with the skills needed for better job opportunities.

5. Regulatory Reform: Simplifying regulations, ensuring secure property rights, and promoting competition in critical sectors can encourage private-sector investment and job creation.

Conclusion:
The increasing unemployment rate in Mindanao due to a lack of job opportunities presents a significant challenge to the region's economic progress and stability. Addressing this issue requires a multifaceted approach that includes conflict resolution, economic diversification, infrastructure development, human capital enhancement, and regulatory reform. By taking these steps, Mindanao can unlock its full potential and provide its residents with the opportunities they need for a brighter future.

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PHILIPPINES MINDANAO JOBS REPORT: A STRATEGY OF MINDANAO REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT (By: Calah Vigilancia)

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14. Non-Government Organization or Academic Institution Article

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URL: https://documents1.worldbank.org/curated/en/395661498616337079/117354-REVISED-PUBLIC-Philippines-Jobs-Report-FINAL.pdf

TITLE:
PHILIPPINES MINDANAO JOBS REPORT: A STRATEGY OF MINDANAO REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT

AUTHOR:
A World Bank report, with the support of the Australia-World Bank Philippines Development Trust Fund and the Korea Trust Fund for Economic and Peace-building Transitions
DATE:
June 2017
KEY CONTENT:
Mindanao, the Philippines' second-largest island, holds immense economic development potential. However, it faces a critical challenge that threatens the region's stability and progress—the increase in unemployment rates due to a lack of job opportunities. This article delves into the reasons behind this growing issue and the urgent need for comprehensive solutions.

Unemployment on the Rise:
Mindanao's unemployment rate has been steadily increasing, posing a significant obstacle to the island's economic growth. As of the latest data available, a substantial portion of Mindanawons, estimated to be over two million people, find themselves either unemployed or underemployed. Is it exacerbated by the impending entry of large youth cohorts into the labor force in the coming years?

Factors Contributing to Unemployment:

1. Long-standing Armed Conflict: Mindanao has been a significant center of conflict in the Philippines for decades. This prolonged instability has deterred investment and job creation, leading many individuals to turn to unemployment or join armed groups for livelihood and social status.

2. Narrow Economic Growth Model: Mindanao's historical economic strategy relied heavily on plantation crops, forestry, mining, and heavy manufacturing to support import substitution. Unfortunately, these sectors were capital-intensive and provided few local job opportunities, resulting in high GDP per capita but minimal poverty reduction.

3. Inadequate Infrastructure: The island's manufacturing sector is constrained by inadequate infrastructure, including roads and ports. This limitation hinders the development of value chains and limits job creation.

4. Limited Human Capital: Many of Mindanao's population, especially in rural areas, need more skills and access to education and training programs to compete in the job market effectively.

5. Inefficient Regulatory Environment: Complex regulations, insecure property rights, and lack of competition in critical sectors further hamper economic growth and job creation.

6. Emigration of Talented Individuals: Many talented individuals from Mindanao have emigrated for better job opportunities elsewhere, resulting in a brain drain that further exacerbates the unemployment problem.

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The Struggle of Unemployment: A Day in the Life of a Freelance Worker in the Philippines (By: Dorothy M. Hernandez)

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URL:
https://youtu.be/7rVDsgD8YnQ?feature=shared
TITLE:
The Struggle of Unemployment: A Day in the Life of a Freelance Worker in the Philippines
AUTHOR:
Your Everyday Mark
DATE PUBLISHED:
January 12, 2023
KEY CONTENT:
The video's content discusses an unemployed Filipino's struggles as a former freelance worker. She is Maria, a 32-year-old mother of two who's been out of work for six months. She struggles to find a new job and is trying to apply and look for job opportunities that can help her. In Mindanao, many of these scenarios happen because there are not enough opportunities for an individual to apply for a job. The vlog is relevant to our topic since many individuals and families in Mindanao relate to the issue.

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The Struggle of Unemployment: A Day in the Life of a Freelance Worker in the Philippines

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Agrarian Reform as a Path to Economic Development and Stability in Bangsamoro Mindanao (By: Brent Aboloc)

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URL: https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Agrarian-Reform-as-a-Path-to-Economic-Development-Blanchette/f472c9b0c48288d67e5e6f9f80b740b2e9663e16?fbclid=IwAR2p0OG4vg_3EyBRFdYjFkKXtRm2P6dXYxS8173XV8c5d0IVLZHa9QK4JKs

TITLE:
Agrarian Reform as a Path to Economic Development and Stability in Bangsamoro Mindanao

AUTHOR:
Stuart H. Blanchette

DATE:
May 4, 2018

KEY CONTENT:
It talks about the many factors, including economic disparity and significant unemployment in Muslim areas that resulted in the occurring conflict and instability in Mindanao, and that through land redistribution and agrarian reform can the economic grievances of the Moro population be addressed. Since our research topic focuses on the high unemployment rate in Mindanao due to the lack of employment opportunities, it does not limit to only the people living in urbanized areas but is inclusive to all groups of Mindanao, including the Moro people.

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AGRARIAN REFORM. As of June 2016, almost 600 000 hectares of agricultural land remain undistributed. File photo by Mau Victa/Rappler

The Center for Agrarian Reform and Rural Development (CARRD) has been involved in major agrarian reform campaigns staged after the 1986 EDSA Revolution. Together with other organizations and farmer groups, we've made a stand against the oppression experienced by landless farmers all over the country.

We maintained - and we still do - that land, being the primary driver of economic development in the rural areas, is a right of men and women whose bent backs and sweating brows nourished our children with food.

But times have changed. We know enough to acknowledge that mobilizations aren't what they used to be. In spite of valid reasons to picket, we see our numbers dwindle. We wanted to state - with full arrogance - that this is because there's nothing left to fight for.

Lots of our farmers have managed to improve their land tenure, improved their socio-economic conditions, sent their children to colleges and universities to become urban professionals and avoid the gruesome work on the land, and retired to become managers of the farms that they got under the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP).

But if this is the premise for all, then CARRD will be the first to let agrarian reform die with the first generation of peasants who fought sweat and blood for the land that they till. (READ: What if our farmers give up on us? )

But we know, as you do, that this is not the case.

CARP was introduced shortly after the 1986 EDSA uprising. Despite opposition, Republic Act 6657 or the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Law (CARL) was passed in 1988. CARL went through a lot of amendments; the most recent of which was in 2009 through RA 9700 or the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program Extension with Reforms (CARPER).

Under CARPER, the issuance of Notices of Coverage (NOC) for new agrarian lands must be completed by June 30, 2014. By 2016, roughly 8.2 million hectares of land had been distributed to 5.4 million agrarian reform beneficiaries in the country.

The "deadline" for the issuance of NOC does not signify the end of CARP, although a lot of landlord-leaning institutions interpreted this as such. But the Constitution is also very clear on this matter. According to Article XIII, sections 4-6, the Constitution guarantees the just distribution of land, support to agriculture, and resettlement of farmers and farm workers in the State's agricultural estates. (READ: Completing land reform in PH to cost P98B )

Yet, as of June 2016, almost 600,000 hectares of agricultural land remain undistributed.
Major issues
Landowner resistance is one of the most well-known issues in agrarian reform. We know about high-profile cases of violence and constant threats against agrarian reform beneficiaries to keep them from occupying the land, or where land owners stall the land acquisition and distribution process through various methods, which, while not high-profile, are just as problematic.

Some of these methods include filing of cases against farmers and even Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) personnel, legal measures to bog down the land acquisition and distribution in almost every step of the way, and subdividing their land to relatives to take advantage of the 5-hectare retention area, while not losing the land altogether.

Then there's the individualization of collective certificate of land ownership award (CLOA). These were issued during the 1990s to fast-track land distribution, especially in sugarcane plantations. However, while collective titles show the total area owned by farmers collectively, they don't delineate individual lots.

Not only does this create boundary disputes among agrarian reform beneficiaries, it spawns to inheritance and issues of conflicting claims. There are even cases when the collective titles don't have an annexed list of farmers, resulting to claims that cannot be easily validated.

Property rights cannot be altogether secured if the farmers are not able to complete paying their land amortization. Most of them have not even started. This is because, by policy, Landbank cannot receive amortization payments from landholdings with survey discrepancies, or in collectively titled landholdings, pending for subdivision.
Agrarian reform is uncertain in a federal context
The DAR convened the 2018 National Summit of CARP Stakeholders last January 25-26 in Clark, Pampanga. Acknowledging these issues, DAR expressed its commitment to ensure that inputs from the invited organizations would be incorporated in their strategic plan.

But the question is: how can the call for more aggressive CARP implementation fit within a federal context? If the implementation of agrarian reform will be through the states, as what can be assumed from the system of government being proposed, then agrarian reform may not be implemented at all in powerful landowner states.

The future of agrarian reform is unclear. While close coordination between CARP implementing agencies and stakeholders promises an effective method of case resolution, it can only go so far. With no end in sight for these issues, hopefully something positive will come out from the initiatives of the agrarian reform beneficiaries, civil society, and members of the government.- Rappler.com
Joe-Anna Marie Abelinde and Luis de la Rosa work in the Research and Advocacy Unit of the Center for Agrarian Reform and Rural Development. a not-for-profit organization supporting agrarian reform beneficiary cooperatives in Batangas, Iloilo, and Capiz. It promotes farmers' access to productive resources and enable them to make informed decisions about environment-friendly, non-discriminatory, and sustainable livelihoods.

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[opinion] is agrarian reform a dying issue?

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[OPINION] Is agrarian reform a dying issue?

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As of June 2016, almost 600,000 hectares of agricultural land remain undistributed. Landowners stall the land acquisition and distribution process through various methods.

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Philippines' COVID-19 Employment Challenge: Labor Market Programs to the Rescue (Dorothy M. Hernandez)

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URL:
https://blogs.adb.org/blog/philippines-covid-19-employment-challenge-labor-market-programs-to-rescue
TITLE:
Philippines’ COVID-19 Employment Challenge: Labor Market Programs to the Rescue
AUTHOR:
Cristina Lozano
Kelly Bird
Teresa Mendoza
DATE PUBLISHED:
June 4, 2021
KEY CONTENT:
The blog's content discusses unemployment during the COVID-19 in the Philippines. It talks about how employees lose their jobs due to the pandemic. In this case, the unemployed individual will have difficulty finding a new job, resulting in an increase in the unemployment rate. They will be less employable in the future because of lost skills. This case also happened in Mindanao; many individuals struggled to find a new job because some did not meet the job qualifications since they lost experience over time.

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As the Philippines rebounds from the pandemic, strengthening labor market programs will be critical to help workers and enterprises make the transition.

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Philippines was experiencing its longest ever economic and job expansion. There was remarkable growth in wage and salary employment (a measure of modern employment), growing at an average of 4.6% annually from 2015 to 2019.

This rapid expansion in modern employment was strong enough to pull workers away from the informal sector in such big numbers that total informal employment was shrinking for the first time ever in the Philippines.

Unfortunately, the pandemic reversed some of these gains, wiping out 1.7 million wage and salary jobs in the 12 months to January 2021. In contrast, employment in the informal sector rose by about 435,000. The pandemic could create long lasting effects on employment. Put simply, this temporary large shock to the economy might produce a persistently lower employment rate even after the economy has started to grow again. This phenomenon is known as hysteresis in employment.

There are three transmission channels of the pandemic on modern employment. First, there will be a higher number of jobseekers, including people who lost their jobs, school dropouts and new labor market entrants. The longer laid-off workers and new labor market entrants remain unemployed, the more likely they become less employable in the future because of lost skills.

Second, the pandemic has triggered a large re-allocation of jobs across sectors. While job losses have occurred across most sectors, the hardest-hit sectors are those dependent on personal contact, such as accommodation, food services, transportation, and recreational services. In contrast, the sectors that recover quickly and present positive job growth are those that tend to absorb lower shares of labor such as communications and technology and several higher-skilled services sectors.

While a share of these jobs will return as the economy bounces back, we expect this change in the employment composition to persist in the medium to long term. This divergence will increase skills mismatches in the labor market, as workers do not transition easily between sectors given differences in required skills and experiences.

Third, companies are modifying their business models to rely more on technology, thereby reshaping their workforces and the types of skills demanded by employers. Digital transformation and remote working will transform jobs, facilities, processes, and skills needs, including skills required for higher value-added services. These will further exacerbate the skills mismatch in the labor market.

What are the policy lessons for employment? The early evidence from other countries suggests that policies should support workers' labor market transitions as well as enterprises. Below we discuss five global best practices for addressing hysteresis in employment.

Wage subsidies. This has proven to be the single most effective tool for saving jobs. It does this by keeping workers attached to their employers during periods of lockdown and slow recovery in business activities. The Philippines' wage subsidy program of P46 billion in 2020 was well-designed and successfully implemented with 3.1 million workers receiving subsidies. The government is planning for a second round of wage subsidies this time targeted to workers in specific sectors.

Hiring subsidies. As the economic recovery takes hold, governments will phase out wage subsidies and some are considering replacing them with hiring subsidies to help facilitate the reallocation of displaced workers into new jobs.

Workplace skills funding schemes. Countries that have successfully upgraded workers' skills have done so through industry and employer-led skills training schemes. Skillnet Ireland provides networks of employers with annual matching grants to fund their short-term training of workers. Employers from a sector or locality formalize a network of at least 30 enterprises.

The network is responsible for designing and implementing the training program. In 2013, ADB assisted the Philippines' Department of Tourism with piloting a similar scheme with tourism enterprises. Forty-eight grants were provided and over 7,000 tourism employees were trained at a cost of Php8,000. This proved a cost-effective model for reskilling workers. This year, ADB is launching a larger pilot for funding enterprise-led skills training programs to assist with reskilling and job transition in tourism, construction, and other selected sectors.

Industry-led apprenticeship programs. In the Philippines, flaws in apprenticeship programs have resulted in an extremely low uptake in apprenticeships creating skills shortages. Drawing on international best practices, apprenticeship reforms should include setting up an apprenticeship council to oversee policy, industry-led development of apprenticeship programs, progressive salary scales, extending apprenticeships from 6 months to 2-4 years, and extending apprenticeship programs to modern services like legal, finance and communication occupations.

Unemployment insurance. The Philippines' unemployment insurance scheme offers limited coverage. Adequate unemployment insurance provides workers with income stability and helps them transition to new jobs. A good example is Malaysia's program, which uses a national pooled insurance fund in which both employers and employees make monthly contributions. The government provides funding if there is a financing gap and workers quality only if involuntarily unemployed. In Chile, another good example, employers and employees make monthly contributions to an account in the name of the employee. This is complemented by the Solidarity Unemployment Fund, which employees can access only after depleting their individual savings accounts. The Chilean scheme does not create contingent fiscal liabilities.

Workers in the Philippines will be facing a challenging next few years as the country rebounds from the pandemic. Further strengthening of active labor market programs will be critical for helping workers and enterprises to make this transition.

Published: 4 June 2021

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Philippines' COVID-19 Employment Challenge: Labor Market Programs to the Rescue

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As the Philippines rebounds from the pandemic, strengthening labor market programs will be critical to help workers and enterprises make the transition. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Philippines was experiencing its longest ever economic and job expansion.

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BusinessWeek Mindanao (June 12, 2020) (Nicolo Altea)

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URL:
https://issuu.com/sudaria_publications/docs/bwm_june_12/1?fbclid=IwAR1KVwEOeIZYpio5NzVAWj3iXMwWuw3QwrxfRPRU3F6oC-jM2e-RxH8higo
TITLE:
BusinessWeek Mindanao (June 12, 2020)
AUTHOR:
Mindanao Daily News
DATE PUBLISHED:
June 12, 2023
KEY CONTENT:
Highest Unemployment Rate Since 2005: The unemployment rate of 11.1 percent in April 2020 is the highest recorded in the region since 2005. This suggests that the economic impact of certain events or factors in 2020, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, had a severe negative effect on the labor market.
Impact of External Events: The significant increase in unemployment rates from January 2020 to April 2020 is likely indicative of the economic repercussions of external events, with the COVID-19 pandemic being a prominent factor affecting employment opportunities. Such events can disrupt economies and lead to job losses.

In conclusion, the data reveals a notable and rapid increase in unemployment in the region between January and April 2020, with the unemployment rate reaching its highest level since 2005. This increase in joblessness was likely influenced by external factors, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the importance of monitoring and addressing economic challenges to support the labor force during periods of crisis.

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Listen to my Story: Youth Unemployment in the Philippines (Dorothy M. Hernandez)

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URL:
https://youtu.be/5pPcGL-cmfk?feature=shared
TITLE:
Listen to my Story: Youth Unemployment in the Philippines
AUTHOR:
Alfonso Orioste Jr.
Gian Carlo Miranda
Janeca Naboya
DATE PUBLISHED:
May 30, 2012
KEY CONTENT:
Every Filipino is struggling to find a job because of the low salary given to them. Even though this video is old, it is still relevant in today's generation. Many people here in Mindanao are going abroad just to find a job that can help them save up some money, leaving their dreams. It is relevant to our topic since it discusses unemployment in the Philippines.

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Listen to my Story: Youth unemployment in the Philippines

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URL:
https://www.facebook.com/AteneoPsyche/photos/with-prevalent-nationwide-concerns-and-a-global-pandemic-at-hand-vp-leni-robredo/3105250619532719/?paipv=0&eav=AfYVr2bCnBbs3vNWGH0RGSA4KzNae4X4_NLXTh5QAUD27hBR7qWxbIHtgPJOaAb5920&_rdr
TITLE:
RED 2020 EMPOWERED
AUTHOR:
ATENEO PSYCHE
DATE PUBLISH:
May 6, 2020
KEY CONTENT:
VP Leni Robredo presents her advocacy by saying, "If we want our societies to achieve inclusive and sustainable growth, we need to harness the potential of our people, most especially persons with disabilities." This advocacy poster contributes to our topic because it talks about how we should look at someone's job skills. Here in Mindanao, a lot of individuals are unemployed because of their unrecognized potential and abilities.

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Philippines: COVID curbs push unemployment rate to 8.9% in September (Nicolo Altea)

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URL:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fp9uRsmTWqg
TITLE:
Philippines: COVID curbs push unemployment rate to 8.9% in September
AUTHOR:
AI Jqzeera English
DATE PUBLISH:
November 10, 2021
KEY CONTENT:
The statistics from September 2021, with an unemployment rate of 8.9%, reveal the severe economic challenges that many communities were facing during that period. This high unemployment rate signifies a significant portion of the workforce struggling to find stable employment, which can have cascading effects on individuals, families, and the broader economy.

In conclusion, the economic conditions described in September 2021 were challenging, with a high unemployment rate, the closure of small and medium businesses, and communities dependent on tourism suffering significant setbacks. It highlights the need for targeted support and recovery efforts to rebuild these economies and help individuals and communities regain their financial stability.

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Philippines: COVID curbs push unemployment rate to 8.9% in September

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PTV NEWS MINDANAO, JANUARY 24, 2018 l Unemployment rate sa Pilipinas, miubos sumala sa SWS survey | By PTV Davao | Facebook (By: Nicolo Altea)

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URL:
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=566886933659530&ref=sharing
TITLE:
Unemployment rate sa Davao, miubos sumala sa SWS survey
AUTHOR:
PTV Davao
DATE PUBLISH:
January 28, 2018
KEY CONTENT:
In the last quarter of 2017, the Philippines experienced a notable improvement in its employment situation, with a reduced unemployment rate of 15.7%, representing 7.2 million jobless individuals, compared to the 18.9% rate and 8.7 million unemployed in the third quarter of the same year. While 53% of Filipinos held a positive view of increased employment opportunities, only 12% believed that such favorable conditions would persist in the future, reflecting a mix of optimism and uncertainty.

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PTV NEWS MINDANAO, JANUARY 24, 2018 l Unemployment rate sa Pilipinas, miubos sumala sa SWS survey | By PTV Davao | Facebook

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PTV NEWS MINDANAO, JANUARY 24, 2018 l Unemployment rate sa Pilipinas, miubos sumala sa SWS survey

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Global Unemployment Grows Amid Economic Slowdown (By: Brent Aboloc)

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https://www.voanews.com/a/global-unemployment-grows-amid-economic-slowdown/6919950.html
TITLE:
Global Unemployment Grows Amid Economic Slowdown
AUTHOR:
Lisa Schlein
DATE PUBLISH:
January 26, 2023
KEY CONTENT:
It focuses on the rise of unemployment globally, the prediction of the quantity and quality of jobs deteriorating, and the difficulty of finding employment in a specific age range. It is relevant to our research topic because it focuses on the unemployment rate rise due to the lack of job opportunities. It is also relevant to Mindanao since there are some cases like that that occur there.

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The outlook for the year ahead and beyond is not very promising. The International Labor Organization warns that the current global economic slowdown will force millions of workers to accept lower quality, poorly paid jobs.

In its "World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2023" report, the ILO predicts global unemployment will rise by 3 million for a total of 208 million this year with similar projections for 2024.

ILO director of work quality, Manuela Tomei, said both the quantity and quality of jobs will deteriorate, and that working conditions are expected to worsen while wages go down.

"Workers in low- and middle-income countries are expected to be hardest hit," Tomei explained. "And with the pandemic and the economic slowdown across the globe, the prospects of seeing a reduction in informality and poverty have and will deteriorate further."

The report warns the cost-of-living crisis will push more people into poverty, widening the gap between rich and poor. It also notes that about 2 billion people, mainly in developing countries, work in the informal economy.

According to the report, the slowing global economy is likely to reverse the progress which has been made since 2004 in moving people out of the informal sector.

In addition to the millions of reported unemployed, the ILO says 473 million people last year stopped actively searching for work. It explains they either were discouraged about prospects of finding a job or had other obligations such as care responsibilities.

For the first time since the 1970s, Tomei said stagflation conditions- that is high inflation and low growth combined - are threatening productivity and labor market recovery.

She added that, "The Ukrainian war, geopolitical tensions, disruption in supply chains, high inflation, the tightening of monetary policies, and great uncertainty overall are all contributing to depressing the prospects for labor markets."

The ILO reports young people aged 15 to 24 are facing severe difficulties in finding employment, and that they are three times more likely to be out of a job than adults. It adds young women are faring much worse than young men, and that only 47.4 percent of women participated in the global labor force last year compared with 72.3 percent for men.

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Global Unemployment Grows Amid Economic Slowdown

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The current global economic slowdown will force millions of workers to accept lower quality, poorly paid jobs: ILO

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13 Most Common Causes of Unemployment Rate in the Philippines - The Pinoy OFW (By: Brent Aboloc)

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URL:
https://thepinoyofw.com/unemployment-philippines/
TITLE:
13 Most Common Causes of Unemployment Rate in the Philippines
AUTHOR:
OFWgio
DATE PUBLISH:
2022-06-26
KEY CONTENT:
It mentions the contributing factors of the high unemployment rate in the Philippines, including the lack of decent employment opportunities in the country. This problem is hindering the achievement of SDG 8, which is Decent Work and Economic Growth. Our research topic mainly focuses on the increase in the unemployment rate in Mindanao due to the lack of job opportunities, and the article does not indicate any specific island groups in the country (i.e. Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao), but it rather indicates the unemployment rate of the Philippines as a whole, hence making the article relevant to our research topic.

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Having a high unemployment rate in the Philippines is a major issue, and there are many reasons for it. Filipinos looking for work can find themselves unemployed due to several factors, including education, location, technology, and more specific job market issues like labor market frictions or seasonal factors. Of course, the causes of unemployment are not all in your control-some are related to economic cycles and other structural issues-but there are things you can do to improve your chances of finding employment if you're currently out of work.

Also Read: 12 Tips for Domestic Helpers: How to Stay Long with One Employer

Having a lack of available good-paying jobs in the Philippines is one of the reasons many Pinoys choose to become Overseas Filipino workers and work abroad. But what are the other reasons why there are not a lot of job opportunities in the country? Here we share more details on other causes of unemployment.

What are the Common Reasons of High Unemployment Rate in the Philippines?

Unemployment is a serious issue in any country, but it is particularly acute in the Philippines. There are a number of factors that contribute to high unemployment rates in the country. One of the most significant is the lack of available jobs. Although the Philippine economy has been growing in recent years, job growth has not kept pace.

This means that there are simply not enough jobs to go around, leaving many Filipinos without work. Here are some of the most common reasons for unemployment in the Philippines:

1. Lack of Decent Employment Opportunities

In addition to this, you need to be aware that there is a shortage of respectable career prospects in the Philippines. This indicates that there are not enough jobs to go around, and it is possible that even individuals who possess the necessary abilities will have a difficult time finding employment. The few employment that are available typically pay little and have unfavourable working conditions.

Also, if you are looking for work that is not in your area of expertise or training, you may have a difficult time finding any work at all. This is because employers are often picky about who they hire based on applicants' resumes and other qualifications, rather than simply accepting anyone who applies for a position.

2. Lack of Relevant Skills and Competencies

One of the most prominent factors contributing to unemployed people in the Philippines is a deficiency in essential skills and abilities. It is not necessarily your fault if you are unable to find employment because your skills do not match what employers need; rather, it is a sign that you lack adequate education or training for a certain role. If you are unable to find employment because your skills do not match what employers need, it is not your fault.

It's possible that you're having trouble finding work because you don't have enough relevant work experience or because you just got out of college and haven't had time to complete any relevant training yet. In addition to the fact that applicants who have not obtained training from professional institutions, such as universities and colleges, are not suitable for specific positions, many employers prioritise applicants who have received such training.

They feel that having these kinds of qualifications guarantees higher levels of productivity on the job because graduates have previously been taught how vital it is to follow instructions in accordance with the norms of the business without making any mistakes ( e.g. incorrect punctuation).

3. Geographic Mismatch and Mobility

One of the most prominent contributors to unemployment in the Philippines is the fact that the location of available jobs and available employees do not always coincide with one another.

There are a lot of people in the Philippines who are hesitant to move away from their hometowns because they are concerned that they will not be able to find work there. This is especially true in rural areas. There are also a great number of people who would like to relocate but are unable to do so because they do not have access to education and training programmes, health services, transportation, or information about job openings in their desired location.

4. Poor Education System

The Philippines' high unemployment rates are partially attributable to the country's subpar educational system. There are several variables that contribute to this issue, some of which include the low quality of teachers, a high dropout rate, a lack of competitiveness and relevance, limited access to information technology resources, and inadequate school infrastructure.

Scholarships and grants are made available by the government to people who are interested in pursuing higher education but do not have the financial means to do so. However, these programmes do not cover all pupils who need them; as a result, a significant number of Filipinos continue to be unemployed due to their lack of education and experience earned from attending school or college.

5. Labor Market Frictions and Rigidities

These are the consequences of rules and regulations imposed by the government. For instance, mandating that businesses either recruit union members or pay rates that have been previously agreed upon might lead to an increase in unemployment by decreasing the number of people who are prepared to work for any given wage and so driving up expenses for businesses.

6. Technology

One of the primary contributors to the high unemployment rate in the Philippines is the rapid advancement of technology. The demand for unskilled labour is decreasing as a result of the increased use of automation and artificial intelligence, which are progressively replacing workers.

In order for the nation to maintain its competitive edge, it is necessary to recruit highly trained employees who are able to seize the opportunities presented by the rapid advancement of technology. Education is the best method to prepare for the future because it can provide people with essential skills that will enable them to adapt fast and compete effectively in a professional climate that is becoming increasingly complex.

As mentioned, education is another important area where we lack significantly as a nation. This is critical to address if we are to the alleviate poverty and unemployment in the Philippines. The lower an individual's degree of education is in comparison to that of their contemporaries, the greater the likelihood that person will either not have a job or will not earn enough money from the job they do have (i.e., having low income). For instance, if a person has a bachelor's degree but no relevant experience in their chosen field - such as computer science - they may find it difficult to find employment after graduation. This is the case unless the individual possesses other qualities such as leadership abilities, which help employers see past any lacking due solely to education level alone!

7. Inflation

When there is a rise in the total amount of money in circulation, a monetary phenomenon known as inflation can be expected to take place. Inflation is the reverse of deflation, which is when there is a drop in the amount of money available and hence an increase in value. Inflation occurs when there is an increase in the amount of money available.

When the quantity of money in circulation grows or when the demand for goods and services exceeds the available supply, inflation results. As a result, prices go up-and so does unemployment. Although many economists believe that the relationship between inflation and unemployment only exists during periods of recession or depression, this relationship is actually a constant factor throughout periods of economic growth as well. This is due to the fact that it is related to several other factors in addition to growth rates, such as:

The patterns of behavior that are exhibited by customers (demand)

The different cost structures that producers must contend with (supply)

8. Seasonal Factors

It is usual for there to be a certain amount of unemployment during specific times of the year, and this should be anticipated. However, seasonal unemployment can be alleviated to some degree by increasing the number of staff you have at any given time. Because of this, you'll be able to keep your current workforce operating at full capacity while at the same time satisfying your demand for more workers during peak seasons.

9. Overpopulation

One of the primary contributors to the high rate of unemployment in the Philippines is the country's high population. In this part of the article, we are going to talk about how it affects the economy as well as other parts of society.

The condition known as overpopulation is characterised by an abnormally high population density relative to the amount of land or other resources that are available to sustain it. It is essential to keep in mind that "too many people" is not necessarily the same thing as "overpopulation." Even if every member of the population has access to sufficient resources, the population nevertheless might be too large ( e.g. food). This is due to the fact that a larger population means that there will be a greater amount of competition for those resources; there are simply more mouths to feed than there are supplies that can satisfy all of them.

When looking at these two factors-labor supply and demand-it is possible to observe the consequences that overpopulation has on unemployment.

10. Contractualization

One factor has been blamed for causing mass unemployment in the Philippines - contractualization.

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) defines contractualization as "the practice of an employer replacing his workers with contractors or service providers without transferring them to the latter's payroll, so that the workers are deprived of important benefits and protections under existing labor laws."

Contractualization is a form of disguised employment. This means that there is no direct employment relationship between an employer and employee. Instead, the former hires a third party - usually another company - to provide services on a temporary basis. These companies can either be local or foreign-owned, but they may or may not have any connection with their clients.

While contractualization does not directly affect how much a worker gets paid or how many days he works for his employer, it does mean that he has no access to his basic worker rights like Social Security System (SSS) contributions and mandatory maternity leave benefits because he is not considered as having been hired directly by his boss.

Contractualization has been blamed for causing mass unemployment in the Philippines because it creates an environment where businesses have no incentive to invest in long-term employment. This is especially true in industries where labor costs are a large percentage of total costs. In these industries, businesses will often resort to hiring workers on a contractual basis in order to avoid the costs associated with traditional employment.

This has led to a situation where many workers are employed on a short-term basis and do not have the security of long-term employment.

Few months ago, the issue of "endo" or end of contract, which is commonplace across various workplaces in the country, has been tackled and considered a hot topic, particularly because of the Duterte government's efforts to pass a law that aims to end it for good. Here's a short video clip on this topic:

11. Insufficient Infrastructure

The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reports that the nation's unemployment rate increased from 5.1 percent in April 2019 to 5.3 percent in May 2019. This represents a month-over-month increase of 0.2 percentage points. This constitutes a rise of 0.2 percentage points from the previous survey.

It was noted in the public service announcement (PSA) that one of the reasons why there is unemployment in the Philippines is because the country does not have sufficient infrastructure. The agency claims that this is due to the fact that there are not sufficient transportation facilities, there are power outages, and there is congestion on the highways.

The public service announcement also noted that there is a higher number of unemployed Filipinos who have already completed their school but are unable to find work in their field of competence. This is a significant problem in the Philippines.

According to the PSA, nearly one million Filipinos continue to be unemployed after having completed their education because they are unable to locate employment opportunities that are a good match for their skills and interests.

12. Corruption

The problem of corruption is not unique to the Philippines; rather, it is a problem that affects people all over the world. Corruption can result in officials accepting bribes from businesses that want them to overlook violations of environmental regulations or labour laws.

This makes it more difficult for honest businesses to compete with less scrupulous businesses and increases unemployment by forcing people out of work because their employer has been caught breaking the law. Corruption also makes it more difficult for consumers to distinguish between businesses that are honest and those that are not.

13. Slow Economic Growth

Because of the slow rate of economic expansion in our nation, one of the most evident reasons why there are so many people looking for work in our country today is because our economy is not growing quickly enough. Many domestic companies have been driven out of business and others have closed their doors because they were unable to compete with their international counterparts, who can sell their products at lower prices because of the lower cost of labour in other countries.

If our economy expands at a quicker rate, then more jobs will be generated, and more individuals will have the opportunity to discover career possibilities that they can use to provide for their families.

Video: PH Unemployment Rate Pushes 2021 Tally to 3.7M

OFWs are an important source of income for many families in the Philippines. According to government statistics, there were around 2.2 million overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) as of January 2019 - making up about 10% of the country's total population of 105 million people.

One of the main reasons we have Filipinos leaving the country is unemployment in the Philippines. We'll highlight the most common causes of unemployment in the country in the following sections, so make sure to read until the end to learn more.

According to the video, the Philippines' unemployment rate has reached its highest level in over a decade, with 3.7 million people out of work in 2021. This is a big jump from 2020, when there were 2.9 million unemployed people, and it's a bad sign for the economy of the country. The Covid-19 pandemic and the lockdowns that followed are the main reasons for the high unemployment rate. These lockdowns caused many businesses to close. The problem has gotten worse because the government has taken too long to help people who have lost their jobs.

With this in mind, one may think of better alternatives for them to keep themselves and their families financially afloat during these hard times. And as borders across the globe continue to open, the trend of Filipinos leaving for work overseas appear to be very promising in this regard.

Summary

There are a number of factors that contribute to unemployment in the Philippines; however, the most prevalent ones are a subpar education system, a lack of relevant skills and competencies, an absence of decent employment opportunities, a geographic mismatch and mobility issues, and labor market frictions and rigidities. If the administration of this country wants to bring the unemployment rate down to a more manageable level, it needs to address these issues as quickly as humanly possible.

Another major factor is the prevalence of low-paying jobs. Many jobs in the Philippines offer little in the way of wages or benefits, making it difficult for workers to make ends meet. As a result, many Filipinos are forced to take on multiple jobs just to survive. Finally, corruption also plays a role in high unemployment rates. When officials accept bribes from businesses, they often favor those businesses when it comes to awarding contracts or handing out permits. This creates an uneven playing field that shuts out small businesses and makes it difficult for new businesses to get started. All of these factors contribute to high unemployment rates in the Philippines.

It is essential to keep in mind that the aforementioned reasons for unemployment are not the only ones that contribute to the problem of unemployment. It is also crucial to note that not all unemployed persons are jobless for the reasons that were described above. People who are unemployed may be having trouble finding work for a variety of reasons, including that they do not want to work, that they have been unsuccessful in previous employment opportunities that they have pursued, that they are struggling with health issues, or that their previous jobs have been eliminated.

READ NEXT: 15 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Working Abroad

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13 Most Common Causes of Unemployment Rate in the Philippines - The Pinoy OFW

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Unemployment rate in Northern Mindanao rises to 11.1% in April 2020 (By: Brent Aboloc)

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https://www.sunstar.com.ph/article/1860019/cagayan-de-oro/local-news/unemployment-rate-in-northern-mindanao-rises-to-111-in-april-2020?fbclid=IwAR2P1vcxzgIf-cqxI_jUkzrIVBejYQFhr03Hjty2CUUvyzpDZuzjY4k6SlE
TITLE:
Unemployment Rate in Northern Mindanao rises to 11.1% in April 2020
AUTHOR:
PJ Orias
DATE PUBLISH:
June 13, 2022
KEY CONTENT:
It mentions the increase in the unemployment rate in Northern Mindanao, the highest jobless rate since 2005, which is more than double the 5%.

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Northern Mindanao is feeling the economic impact of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic, as indicated by an increase in the regional unemployment rate to 11.1 percent in April 2020.

This is the highest jobless rate since 2005 and is more than double the 5.0 percent recorded in April 2019.

Data released by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) in Northern Mindanao on June 8 showed that the unemployment rate rose to 11.1 percent in April of 2020, compared to the five percent rate in the same period last year.

The PSA said the total number of unemployed individuals as of April 2020, reached 236,000, higher compared to the recorded unemployed persons in April 2019 at 121,000 individuals.

The PSA said, this means that there are 115,000 more individuals who are unemployed as of April 2020 as compared to the same period last year.

"This reflects the impact of the Covid-19 economic shutdown on the labor market," the PSA said.

The region's unemployment rate is, meanwhile, lower than the national average of the unemployment rate at 17.7 percent.

Northern Mindanao also posted the lowest unemployment rate among the 17 regions across the country, the PSA said.

Meanwhile, the employment rate in the region fell to 88.9 percent in April 2020, from 96.8 percent in January 2020.

This translates to a decrease in the employed persons by around 400,000, that is, from 2.3 million employed persons in April 2019 to 1.9 million persons in April 2020.

The PSA added the region, however, recorded the highest employment rate among the 17 regions of the country.

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Unemployment rate in Northern Mindanao rises to 11.1% in April 2020

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Northern Mindanao is feeling the economic impact of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic, as indicated by an increase in the regional unemployment rate t

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Unemployment | Short Film (BY: Kian Inocentes)

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https://youtu.be/xlZGPBZlLK4?feature=shared
TITLE:
UNEMPLOYMENT
AUTHOR:
Kunthearith Chhea
DATE PUBLISH:
February 16, 2016
KEY CONTENT:
The context of this video is that a man needs to find a decent job to make ends meet, but due to unemployment, he has to go and do a low-paying job instead. A lot of cases like this are happening also in Mindanao. There are a lot of individuals who live in the streets of Mindanao to be beggars just for them to access their necessities.