Celebrating our 125th independence anniversary

for a child-labor-free country.

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Our celebration of Philippine independence is special this year because we are commemorating the 125th anniversary of our sovereignty. From establishments and companies to organizations and families, everyone is taking part in this celebration, whether by prominently displaying our national flag or attending events like concerts, parades, and bazaars. and the celebrations are not just happening here, Filipinos from all over the globe are one with us in celebrating this special day. here are some of the events and activities related to this occasion.

The National Historical Commission of the Philippines is launching a month-long event with the theme, “Kalayaan. Kinabukasan. Kasaysayan. (Freedom. Future. History.).” There will be concerts, parades, ceremonies, and job fairs across the country from June 11 to 30. NHCP is also launching today the #BatangMalaya campaign, in alignment with the International Labor Organization’s 2023 World Day Against Child Labor. This aims to help create safe spaces for Filipino children and push

The Department of Trade and Industry-Calabarzon is having a regional trade fair, the 10th Kalakal Calabarzon. Its theme is “Kalakalan ng mga Produktong Galing sa Calabarzon sa Araw ng Kalayaan” and it will run from June 9 to June 13 at the Palm Drive Activity Center in Glorietta 2, Makati City. Another ongoing event is Araneta Center’s “Iisang Kalayaan,” a weeklong program filled with concerts, bazaars, and exhibits in different malls in Cubao. This event ends today.

For job hunters, check out the Department of Labor and Employment job fair, the Kalayaan Job Fair, happening today in various venues nationwide. This is being done in partnership with the NHCP. The Department of Migrant Workers is also holding an overseas mega job fair today at the Blas F. Ople Building in Mandaluyong City. Applicants must bring their resume, a copy of their passport, a pen, face mask, and alcohol.

Meanwhile, the Human Rights and People Empowerment Center is inviting everyone to join its cultural festival, “MiyerKULET! Freedom Extravaganza,” happening on Wednesdays and Fridays, 6:00 p.m., from June to July, at the Rooftop, Fil Garcia Tower, Kalayaan Avenue, Quezon City. This free event will feature more than 30 films, live performances, and discussions. Abroad, the Philippine Embassy in Israel is doing a cultural festival titled “Halina sa Hayarkon: Magsama-sama para sa Kalayaan.” This event features song and cultural dance numbers by the members of the Filipino community in the Middle East. This is happening on Saturday, June 17, at Sky Town, Hayarkon Park, Tel Aviv.

Allow me to greet everyone a Happy Independence Day! May we all have a meaningful, safe, and peaceful celebration. Mabuhay ang Pilipinas! Mabuhay ang mga Pilipino!