NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES 
Second Regular Session
SENATE 
s. No. 2693
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Introduced by Senator Raffy T. Tulfo
AN ACT
FULLY RECOGNIZING THE SERVICES OF SOCIAL WORKERS BY ENSURING 
COMPETITIVE REMUNERATION AND COMPENSATION PACKAGES 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
EXPLANATORY NOTE
A social worker refers to a professional who works with people from different 
walks of life, focusing on individuals who are less fortunate, vulnerable, and living in 
poverty. It is a profession that seeks to improve the well-being of individuals, families, 
and communities through the provision of basic and complex needs. Social workers 
provide assistance, especially to those who are in need.
Social workers are essential in cases of disaster and in protecting and assisting 
children in difficult circumstances. As of July 31, 2022 the Department of Social and 
Welfare Development (DSWD) reported that we have 6,796 registered social workers 
nationwide. Since they play a vital role in our society, this bill recognizes the significant 
contribution of social workers in our country.
A social worker's job entails a variety of responsibilities depending on the 
specific sector. They are mandated to promote social change, development and 
transformation which are favorable to the general welfare. Hence, the proposed 
measures mandate that the salaries of social welfare officers in government


institutions should bo on par with the Modified Salary Schedule for Civilian Employees 
and aim for equal rights among social workers in government.
In view of the foregoing, the immediate approval of tljis-measurelS'earnestly
sought.
'TULFQ
Senator
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NINETEENTH CONGRESS OF THE ) 
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES ) 
Second Regular Session 
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SENATE
S.N0.2G93
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24 MAY 21 P5 39
■wE'VED QV;
Introduced by Senator Raffy T. Tulfo
AN ACT
FULLY RECOGNIZING THE SERVICES OF SOCIAL WORKERS BY ENSURING 
COMPETITIVE REMUNERATION AND COMPENSATION PACKAGES 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress Assembled:
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Section 1. Short Title. - This Act shall be known as the "Competitive
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Remuneration and Compensation Packages for Social Workers Act of 2024".
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Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is hereby declared the policy of the state to
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afford full protection to labor, local and overseas, and promote full employment and
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equality of employment opportunities for all. They shall be entitled to security of
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tenure, humane conditions of work, and a living wage. Thus, the State shall endeavor
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to pay just and equitable compensation to all government personnel, including the
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social workers, in accordance with the principle of equal pay for work of equal value,
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in order to attract, retain and motivate a corps of competent civil servants.
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Sec. 3. Equality of rights amongst social workers in the government - Section
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17 of Republic Act No. 9443, or the "Magna Carta of Public Social Workers" provides
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for the Rights of a Public Social Worker. Thus, in recognition of the invaluable efforts
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of the registered social workers in the government service, without distinction as to
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the nature of one's engagement, the rights afforded to Public Social Workers, in the
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law and its implementing rules and regulations, shall be recognized and applied equally
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to all registered social workers in the government, such as but not limited to:


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a. Protection from discrimination by reason of sex, sexual orientation, age,
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political or religious beliefs, civil status, physical characteristics/disability, or ethnicity;
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b. Protection from any form of interference, intimidation, harassment, or
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punishment, to include, but not limited to, arbitrary reassignment or termination of
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service, in the performance of his/her duties and responsibilities;
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c. Protection of the right to join, organize, or assist organizations or unions for
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lawful purposes;
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d. Protection from any act that will prevent his/her from applying professional
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interventions that the client's situation may require; and
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e. Opportunities for continuing professional growth and development.
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Sec. 4. Increase in the Minimum Salary Grade Level. - The minimum base pay
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of Social Welfare Officer I in government institutions shall not be lower than Salary
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Grade 13 with equivalent monthly salary as prescribed in the existing and applicable
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Modified Salary Schedule for Civilian Employees: Provided, that for social workers
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working in local government units (LGUs), adjustments of their salaries shall be in
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accordance with applicable laws.
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Sec. 5. Effectivity. -This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its
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publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.
Approved,