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In a significant step toward strengthening employment pathways for young people and job seekers, the Department of Manpower Development and PlacementโCebu City (DMDP), the Department of Labor and Employment Region 7 (DOLE-7), and the University of CebuโMain Campus formalized their partnership through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing held at the Mayorโs Office Conference Room on August 19, 2026. The partnership brings together government and higher education in a shared commitment to connect talent with opportunities, strengthen workforce readiness, and create more responsive employment initiatives for the community.
The ceremony was graced by Hon. Mayor Nestor Archival and DOLE 7 Regional Director Atty. Roy L. Buenafe, whose presence underscored the importance of collaborative governance and education in shaping a responsive workforce. Representing the University of Cebu Main were Dr. Yolanda C. Sayson, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs; Dr. Rex T. Argate, Associate Campus Director for Academics; and Mr. Pedro O. Quinal Jr., SAO Director and Job Placement Manager. More than a ceremonial signing, the MOA marks a shared commitment to translate institutional cooperation into concrete opportunities through employment facilitation, career development, workforce preparation, and stronger linkages between graduates and the labor market.
At its heart, this partnership is about more than finding jobs; it is about creating pathways toward dignified work, sustainable careers, and a more empowered workforce.