Corp. Social Responsibility
Father’s Day & The Police
As expected, different shops had their marketing gig to cash on the wives and children who wish to honor their dad on this special day.
But you know what? The Manila Police District, yeah, Manila’s Finest, performed a mini concert at SM City Manila’s entertainment area. Am not sure if the the Southern Police District […]
Labor Day Job’s Fair
This is a top view of the Jobs Fair held at one of SM Supermalls in the Philippines. A similar jobs fair is held simultaneously in all ShoeMart Malls nationwide, including the world’s 3rd largest Mall, SM Mall Of Asia.
This is SM’s way of celebrating Labor Day (May 1, 2008).
Drug Abuse Prevention (3): RA 9165
Below are provisions of the law, Republic Act 9165, requiring entrepreneurs to promote a drug free company.
Art. 3 Sec 36
“Officers and employees of public and private offices, whether domestic or overseas, shall be subject to undergo a random drug test as contained in the company’s work rules and regulations, which shall be borne […]
Drug Abuse Prevention (2): Why Drug Free Campaign?
Going from one business center to the other, conducting a dangerous drugs awareness session, is kinda tiring (doing it 4x a week, 2 sessions per day) but enlightening. With me is a trainer from an accredited drug testing company, thus, aside from the training module, we have off line discussions that broadened my knowledge […]
Drug Abuse Prevention (1): Anti Substance Abuse Campaign
At the beginning of this month, we kicked off an information campaign about substance abuse and it’s physiological and psychological effects. We started out with sessions for the executives before going to the lower ranks. After the information campaign, drug testing will commence.
Having partnered with people who are experts on substance abuse provided an opportunity […]
CSR As Business Strategy
A brand is regarded as the reputation of a company. Presently, the quality of a product (or service) defines a brand. Soon, however, standards will be re-defined and initiatives on corporate social responsibility will also be given regard aside from the product.
Human Resource executives together with the CEO must lead the organization […]
CSR: The “Ube” Tanker
A relatively quiet and lazy afternoon was disturbed by the wailing sirens of firetrucks responding to a level 5 fire somewhere in Manila.
As expected, the “Ube” (Purple) Fire Engine parked near our building is gearing for action. This fire truck is maintained by a private company and being commandeered by volunteer firemen who […]





