SSS welcomes appointment of Eva Arcos to Social Security Commission

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The Social Security System (SSS) welcomes the appointment of Commissioner Eva B. Arcos as an acting member of the Social Security Commission (SSC), the highest governing board of the SSS.

As part of the SSC, Commissioner Arcos, who represents the Workers’ Group, is a member of the Information Technology and Collection Committee, and Risk Management and Investments Committee. She also served the SSC in 2015 and 2016.


Arcos dedicated more than three decades of service to workers and their families, women, the abandoned and homeless, children, and victim – survivors of gender-based violence, which include, among others, providing education opportunities; conducting research; participating in policy and program formulation; international solidarity; organizing communities; serving as a labor representative, delegate, adviser, panelist, or resource person in national and international activities; engaging in social dialogues and decision making-structures; providing psycho-social interventions, and psycho-spiritual accompaniment; and participating in relief and fact-finding missions in armed conflict areas.


She is concurrently the National Vice President for Education and Information of the Associated Labor Unions (ALU), Associated Philippine Seafarers Union (APSU), and the Associated Philippine Supervisory, Office, Technical Employees Association; and a Member of the Global, and Asia-Pacific IndustriALL Executive Committee, and Women’s Committee.


Arcos holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Economics from the University of the Philippines, Diliman. She has also earned 41 master’s units in Labor Policy and Administration, and Psychology from the same university.


She obtained diplomas and certificates in the areas of psychology, theology, spirituality, and labor from various institutions including Notre Dame University, Indiana, USA; Mexican American Cultural Center, San Antonio, Texas; Turin International Training Centre; Asian Productivity Organization and Iranian Productivity Organization, Tehran, Iran; Centro de Enseñanza para Extranjeros, Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico; and International Institute – Histadrut, Israel.

Arcos joins Secretary of Finance Benjamin E. Diokno (ex officio Chairperson); SSS President and CEO Rolando Ledesma Macasaet (Vice-Chairperson); Secretary of Labor and Employment Bienvenido E. Laguesma (ex officio member); and Commissioners Diana Pardo Aguilar, Anita Bumpus-Quitain, Manuel L. Argel Jr., Jose C. Julio, and Robert Joseph M. De Claro in the SSC.

Celebrate the many sides of mom this Mother’s Day with Samsung devices!

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Score the best gifts at incredible prices for moms this month

It’s the month of May and there’s one person in this world who deserves the utmost appreciation for the unconditional love we receive from them - our moms!

Whether she’s the fashionista, Kpop and Kdrama fangirl, active and sporty, tech-savvy, or always on-the-go mother, Samsung has the gadget to delight the many sides of mom. For the hubby and kids looking for the perfect gifts for their moms, or even for moms to treat themselves, Samsung has the perfect device and fantastic deals to make your day (or month!)

 

Give an epic surprise for your partner with the Galaxy S23 series and the Galaxy Z Fold4

For the woman who does an epic job of caring for her family, give her any device from the newest Galaxy S23 series and get discounts and freebies worth up to PHP 8,000, including a free phone case and a 25W travel adapter when you shop now until May 31. If you are on a budget, you can also trade in your older phone for a Galaxy S23 series phone and save up to PHP13,000.

The newest Galaxy S23 series offers fresh new colors that are inspired by nature and perfectly define any version of a strong woman you have as a partner – choose between Lavender, Cream, Phantom Black, or Green. Besides its epic design, the latest Galaxy S series offers the most high-resolution camera system of any Samsung device equipped with the new Adaptive Pixel 200MP sensor for Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, while a 50MP main camera for Samsung S23, which allows your partner to capture moments, from small crisp details to core memories of your whole family at about any light conditions.

Aside from the Galaxy S23 Series, the Galaxy Z Fold4 also makes a great gift for your hard working partner. The Galaxy Z Fold4 also comes with a free Galaxy Watch5 44mm worth PHP18,990 when you buy it until May 31.

If your significant other loves watching clips or drama series and always checks documents using their phones, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4’s 7.6-inch Main Screen is the perfect thoughtful present you can give to them. The Galaxy Z Fold4 is also fantastic when it comes to productivity and multitasking as it has two batteries that total 4400mAh, which can definitely keep up with the busy schedule of a multifaceted mom.



Get the latest Galaxy A series devices as an awesome gift for the best Mom

Awesome moms deserve an awesome phone this Mother’s Day and the latest Galaxy A series devices have arrived to offer premium features at a great price. Get a free 25W travel adapter and free clear phone case when you purchase the new Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy A34 5G from May 12 to May 31.

Does she always take a lot of random photos? Watch videos on social media platforms? Call you every chance there is? Samsung always has your back when it comes to giving awesomeness with the new Galaxy A54 5G and the Galaxy A34 5G. Choose from slim and sleek designs of Awesome Lime, Awesome Violet and Awesome Graphite - whichever fits mom’s vibe. The phones have immersive Sup er AMOLED displays, 6.4-inch on the Galaxy A54 5G and 6.6-inch on the Galaxy A34 5G, deliver stunning images with clear quality and come with a variety of creative editing tools for awesome photos and videos.

With fast 5G connectivity, your moms can browse and download documents, photos, videos, or even games conveniently as well as enjoy uninterrupted video playbacks with its super-fast charging battery – get up to 50% within only 30 minutes of charging and also guarantee up to four generations of OS upgrades and five years of security updates.



Treat Yourself: Go flip or go bigger

And if you are a mom looking to treat yourself this May, a brand-new gadget is the perfect gift. Reward yourself and flip your energy with the Galaxy Z Flip4 which comes with a free Galaxy Buds2 Pro when you purchase now until May 31. You can also go bigger with any of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 or A8 series and get a free tab keyboard worth up to PHP 17,599.00.

The Galaxy Z Flip4 is definitely a style statement with chic and stylish colorways available in Bora Purple, Graphite, Pink Gold, Blue, and the new bespoke editions of Indigo Black and White Gold. Capture great content with its enhanced OIS and VDIS for better video stabilization and hands-free selfie features. You can also enjoy worry-free adventures with its splash-resistant coating and outstanding durability, being the only flip phone on the market with an IPX8 rating. It is also constructed using the unique Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ and Samsung's toughest aluminum frame, the Armor Aluminum hinge frame.

Meanwhile, the Galaxy Tab S8 lets you maximize your “me” time for games and leisure apps with its 11.0-inch WQXGA display with a high refresh rate of 120Hz with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor and an 8000mAh battery with 45W charging speed. As the largest screen in the Samsung Galaxy Tab S, the Galaxy S8 Ultra is the perfect gadget for refreshing alone time or unforgettable bonding moments with your kids over cartoons, TV shows, or online games. It also comes with an ultra-wide front camera in a tablet with a 14.6-inch AMOLED display where you can write, sketch, doodle, or draw all your ideas into reality.

Surprise mom with gifts that cater to each of her unique traits with Samsung's latest offers. Various freebies await you from May 1 until May 31 of 2023. Visit your Samsung Experience Stores and authorized stores this May!

For more information, visit www.samsung.com.ph.

Angat Buhay Chair Leni Robredo launches Tayo Ang Liwanag book on People's Campaign anniversary

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To commemorate the first anniversary of the people’s campaign on Tuesday, Angat Buhay Chairperson Leni Robredo launched her very own coffee table book titled “Tayo ang Liwanag” and signed several pre-sold copies at the Museo ng Pag-asa. The limited edition coffee table book features iconic moments, behind-the-scenes photos, and inside stories from the people’s campaign in 2022.

“If I have to go through it all over again, I will. Kasi sa tingin ko, marami tayong na-achieve na on the day I announced my candidacy, I never thought na ma-aachieve natin,” Robredo said, referring to the overwhelming spirit of volunteerism that was sparked during the people’s campaign in 2022.

As a beneficiary of the proceeds from the book, Angat Buhay, through its Executive Director Raffy Magno, expressed their gratitude to individuals who continue to go out of their way and express their support.

“Hope and bayanihan create a virtuous cycle. It is the hope of our volunteers, partners, and supporters that continue to push Angat Buhay in its work to help alleviate poverty, which in turn inspires even more Filipinos to volunteer what they have and what they can do,” Magno said.

The book launch and signing was followed by a mini-concert in the evening that featured performances by Nica del Rosario, Gab Pangilinan, and Rivermaya, as well as messages from former senators Kiko Pangilinan and Bam Aquino.

“Tayo ang Liwanag” is also available for pre-order through this link: https://bit.ly/TayoAngLiwanagBook.