CHILD LABORERS SAVED, GET TREATS

(Philippines) MARILAO, Bulacan — Around 300 former child laborers were given a treat by the government in partnership with SM City Marilao in a fun-filled celebration of World Against Child Labor Day held at the mall’s Event Center, here. The children were given educational packages, school bags, free medical check-ups and medicines, and hair-cut services. SM City Marilao employees also gave away slippers, toys, books and other school supplies to the children. Bulacan Governor Wilhemino M. Sy-Alvarado and Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Director Raymundo G. Agravante also signed a pledge of commitment to further the protection of children against abuse. (Freddie C. Velez)