The 𝗘𝗨 𝗕𝗔𝗘𝗣 through the 𝗞𝗠𝗙𝗜–𝗪𝗘𝗘-𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁, in partnership with the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MOLE)–Basilan and the City Agriculture Office–Lamitan, successfully held a one-day orientation at Lamitan Plaza Restaurant. The session focused on the WEE-SAFE Project, MOLE’s programs, and registration requirements for Small Rubber Grower Associations and farm workers in Lamitan City.

The activity was led by MOLE Basilan Provincial Director, Ms. Amna Farrah Alihuddin who served as the main resource person for MOLE-related topics. Support was also provided by Ms. Ester Domingo and her team from the Lamitan City Agriculture Office, ensuring participants received accurate and relevant information.

This initiative aimed to equip grassroots organizations with a clear understanding of MOLE’s

registration process empowering them with legal identity and unlocking access to government programs, services, and economic opportunities.

A total of 17 Rubber Smallholder Grower Associations from various barangays actively participated, represented by their officers. These included: Balobo, Colonia, Balas, Baungus, Ulame, Arco, Look, Malo-ong San Jose, Malo-ong Canal, Danit Puntukan, Cabobo, Baimbing, Tumakid, Sabong, Buahan, Calugusan, and Campo Uno.

This orientation marks a significant step toward strengthening community-based organizations and ensuring they are well-prepared to thrive within formal development frameworks.