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GMA Network
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- Health
- GMA Network
CSC: Gov't workers who discriminate vs. HIV patients face sanctions
Government officials and employees who discriminate against persons living with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) face disciplinary measures, guidelines by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) showed. In a statement on Friday, the CSC said its Resolution 25000399 provides for the processes and procedures to investigate and prosecute such discriminatory acts and practices. Offenses may be carried out solely or partially against a person who may be perceived, suspected, or actually has HIV. The guidelines also classifies discriminatory acts according to location, namely the workplace, learning institution, and hospitals and health institutions. According to the CSC, some discriminatory practices may include the following: Restriction on travel and habitation Restrictions on shelter Prohibition from seeking or holding public office Exclusion from credit and insurance services Denial of burial services Acts of bullying "The new rules shall apply to all officials and employees in all branches and agencies of the government, including national government agencies, local government units, state colleges and universities, and government-owned and controlled corporations with original charters," the statement read. READ: Cover Story | Overcoming HIV: Hope Rises Between Two Red Lines Cases of discrimination will be handled in accordance with the 2017 Rules on Administrative Cases in the Civil Service, Republic Act 11166 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations. Earlier, the DOH requested for a national declaration of public health emergency for HIV following a 500% increase in the number of young Filipinos diagnosed with the infection. Herbosa had said HIV was currently a bigger health problem than mpox or monkeypox, expressing fears that the number of infections would soon hit 400,000. — VDV, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
16-06-2025
- GMA Network
Vloggers need to blur bystanders in posts under new NPC guidelines
Vloggers are now required to mask images of bystanders in their posts under the new guidelines of the National Privacy Commission. NPC Circular No. 2025-01, or the 'Guideline on the Processing of Personal Data Collected Using Body-Worn Cameras,' aims to establish protocols for the protection of data subjects' data and their data privacy rights. In PTV's Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon on Monday, Aubin Arn Nieva, NPC Data Security and Compliance Office Director, said the circular covers police officers, private security agencies, and even vloggers. The circular states that 'vloggers are required to use available technology that can mask images of bystanders, especially children and other vulnerable individuals.' They should also have an 'appropriate private notice' on all of their social media platforms. Vloggers are further required to 'ensure transparency and provide adequate information to the data subjects prior to the commencement of any video recording activity.' Nieva noted that the recorder must convey to the subject the data being recorded in an understandable language. The recording of the subject or bystander must also not be 'unduly oppressive.' Violators of the circular may face criminal, civil, and administrative charges pursuant to the provisions of the Data Privacy Act, its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and related issuances of the NPC. For concerns, the public may report to the NPC at complaints@ Meanwhile, Nieva reminded vloggers, who monetize their vlogs, to register at the NPC. Violators may be issued a show cause order and face a maximum fine of P50,000. To register, they may go to the NPC office or to the National Privacy Commission Registration System (NPCRS) online portal. —Mariel Celine Serquiña/RF, GMA Integrated News
Filipino Times
11-04-2025
- Business
- Filipino Times
DMW maritime stakeholders pledge joint commitment to protect rights of Filipino seafarers
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), together with partner agencies and major maritime stakeholders, has reaffirmed its strong commitment to uphold the rights and welfare of Filipino seafarers under the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR). Signed into law by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the Magna Carta guarantees key rights for Filipino seafarers, including fair wages, safe working environments, and opportunities for skills enhancement. DMW Undersecretary Felicitas Q. Bay led the ceremonial signing of the pledge of commitment alongside representatives from various maritime organizations and institutions. She underscored the shared responsibility of both government and industry to protect the dignity of Filipino seafarers and recognize their critical role in the global maritime sector. 'This pledge reinforces our duty as a nation to safeguard those who serve at sea and to provide them with the respect and support they deserve,' Bay said. Among the signatories were Internship Crew Philippines, Magsaysay Inc., Philippine Transmarine Corporation (PTC), Joint Manning Group (JMG), ALMA Maritime Group, Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA), National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP), Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific (MAAP), AMOSUP, and MATEU. Representatives from key government agencies such as the Department of Transportation (DOTr), Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), and others also took part in the event, highlighting the collective commitment to turn the Magna Carta from policy into action. The ceremony marked a unified promise to uphold the rights of seafarers, who remain vital to the nation's maritime economy.
