UP School of Labor and Industrial Relations

The University of the Philippines Diliman School of Labor and Industrial Relations is pleased to announce the release of the 2025 issue (Vol. 42) of the Philippine Journal of Labor and Industrial Relations (PJLIR).

This volume, edited by Ronahlee A. Asuncion, PhD, RGC, features scholarly articles examining contemporary labor and employment issues, including minimum wage determination, labor migration, occupational safety and health, contractualization, employee well-being, platform work, and LGBTQIA+ experiences in the workplace.

Full article manuscripts are available through Saliksik: UPD Journals Online:
https://saliksik.upd.edu.ph/journal-issue/PJLIR

Printed copies are also available at the UP SOLAIR Library.

📢 LAST CALL TO REGISTER for the 198th Class of the Workers Institute on Labor Laws (WILL) 📢

UP SOLAIR invites labor leaders, union members and officers, HR practitioners, management professionals, students, academics, civil society members, and all other stakeholders interested in labor laws and industrial relations to register for the 198th Class of UP SOLAIR's WILL.

This 3-day online seminar is designed to:
✔ Provide a foundational understanding of the Philippine Labor Code and related labor legislation
✔ Develop practical skills in applying labor law concepts and processes in the workplace
✔ Foster discussions on labor law practices and industrial relations through shared experiences
We welcome

🗓 Schedule: June 24–26, 2026
⏰ 8:00AM – 5:00PM daily
💻 ONLINE via Zoom Teleconference

Interested participants are encouraged to preregister through our form until Friday, 21 June 2026. PREREGISTER USING OUR BITLY (ending in “/WILL198”) OR SCAN THE QR CODE IN OUR POSTER to join this foundational and practical program on Philippine labor laws!

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲

UP SOLAIR-CIPC proudly celebrates the successful completion of the 24th Certificate Course in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management (IRHR 24).

Over twelve Saturdays, 57 professionals from the private and public sectors deepened their knowledge of labor laws, industrial relations, and HR development and management through lectures, workshops, and capstone presentations.

As we congratulate the successful finishers, we also honor the lasting legacy of Dr. Virgel C. Binghay and thank everyone who contributed to the success of IRHR 24.

Full article link in the comment section.

📢 LIMITED SLOTS LEFT for the 198th Class of the Workers Institute on Labor Laws (WILL) | REGISTER NOW 📢

Our graduates from previous WILL classes commend the program’s smooth and well-organized conduct, as well as the accommodating and attentive support provided throughout the seminar by our SOLAIR training staff and organizers. From the registration process to the facilitation of sessions, we are dedicated to creating a structured, engaging, and learner-friendly training environment.

Join the WILL Class 198
🗓 24–26 June 2026
⏰ 8:00AM – 5:00PM daily
💻 Conducted fully online via Zoom teleconference

REGISTER NOW through our bitly (ending in “/WILL198”) or scan the QR code in our poster!

📢 REGISTER NOW for the 198th Class of the Workers Institute on Labor Laws (WILL) 📢

Our WILL graduates shared how our program resource speakers helped make labor law concepts easier to understand through relatable examples and real-world workplace applications. They appreciated our speakers’ ability to maintain engaging learning environments by facilitating meaningful discussions with and among participants from diverse sectors and backgrounds, and for being accommodating of participant questions.

WILL Class 198 Details
🗓 24–26 June 2026
⏰ 8:00AM – 5:00PM daily
💻 Conducted fully online via Zoom teleconference

LIMITED SLOTS REMAIN. REGISTER NOW through our bitly (ending in “/WILL198”) or scan the QR code in our poster!

LSS #7: Designing a Legally Sound Code of Conduct: Building Discipline, Accountability, and Workplace Order

The brainchild program of the late Dr. Virgel C. Binghay continues through the Learning Session Series (LSS), as the Center for Industry Productivity and Competitiveness (CIPC) of UP SOLAIR brings another FREE learning opportunity to leaders and practitioners in the construction and building industry.

A well-crafted Code of Conduct is more than a policy document. It serves as a cornerstone of organizational culture, promoting discipline, accountability, workplace order, and compliance with legal requirements. When properly designed and implemented, it can help organizations manage workplace risks, strengthen employee accountability, and foster a culture of professionalism and integrity, all of which contribute to improved organizational performance and productivity.

Join us for this FREE seminar-workshop and gain practical, legally grounded insights on developing, implementing, and enforcing an effective Code of Conduct that promotes workplace discipline while minimizing organizational and legal risks.

📅 July 31, 2026 (Friday)
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 UP School of Labor and Industrial Relations (UP SOLAIR), UP Diliman

Resource Speaker: Atty. Alvin Liao Alburo, LL.M.
Assistant Professor in UP SOLAIR
CIPC Director and Quality Assurance Officer.

✅ FREE Admission
✅ Open for leaders and decision-makers in the Construction and Building sectors, including HR practitioners, team leaders, supervisors, managers, and executives responsible for fostering workplace discipline, accountability, and organizational compliance.
⚠️ Limited Slots Available

Interested? Registration link in the comment section

📢 FREE WEBINAR: "Building Workers' Power against Authoritarian Neoliberalism: Global Struggles"

Hear directly from GLU network partners & global worker representatives on the frontlines of resistance.

📅 16 June 2026
🕒 3:00 PM CET
📍 Zoom (Free)

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/0626GLUweb

Join us in a FREE webinar entitled: "Building Workers' Power against Authoritarian Neoliberalism: Global Struggles". Hosted by the Global Labour University network partners and worker representatives from different parts of the globe. Happening on 16 June 2026 (3:00 PM CET)

Register via the QR/Link (via Zoom):
https://bit.ly/0626GLUweb

Congratulations to Dean Melisa R. Serrano and Dr. Ronahlee A. Asuncion for their appointment as Social Scientists/Scholars under the UP Social Sciences and Philosophy Productivity System for the period 2024-2026.

UP SOLAIR is transitioning back to full on-site operations. Please note that the Office of the College Secretary and the Office of Graduate Studies Program will also be open for on-site work on Saturdays (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM) to serve you better.

For inquiries, visit us or email [email protected].

Congratulations to our faculty awardees!