TESDA seeks to train Mindoro fisherfolk affected by oil spill in alternative livelihood opportunities

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) announced on Tuesday, April 11 that it aims to train around 2,000 fisherfolk in the municipalities of Mindoro which were affected by the recent oil spill. ManilaBulletin

In coordination with the Department of Labor and Employment , TESDA said that it eyes to reskill and upskill a total of 2,900 residents in the municipalities of Naujan, Pola, Pinamalayan, Gloria, Bansud, Bongabong, Roxas, Mansalay, and Bulalacao in Oriental Mindoro.

These training programs include: Oil Spill Response Training; Meat and Fish Processing; Bread Making; Hog Raising; Dressmaking; Service Motorcycle Small Engine System; Small Engine Repair; Pastry Making; and Sugar Concentration, among others. The Competency-based Curriculum on Oil Spill Response Training was developed by the Simeon Suan Vocational and Technical College in Bansud, Oriental Mindoro.

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