In a bid to promote health and wellness in the workplace, Philippine Fisheries Development Authority – Zamboanga Fish Port Complex (PFDA-ZFPC) conducted a mental health orientation seminar entitled “Work-Life Balance towards Promoting Mental Health in the Workplace” on June 16, 2023, at the La Bella Family Resort, Zamboanga City.

The activity aims to educate all PFDA-ZFPC employees to establish their personal and professional priorities, learn to develop realistic schedules and routines, and observe time management to maintain an excellent work-life balance for improved mental health. 

Furthermore, this seminar aims to create awareness among employees that maintaining a good work-life balance is necessary because it creates a great impact on our lives.

Mr. Juniebe Manganohoy of JCI Zamboanga served as the resource person during the one-day mental health orientation where he conducted an in-depth discussion on the importance of work-life balance. This involves managing time and labor appropriately while maintaining satisfaction in personal and professional lives.

During his discussion, Mr. Manganohoy also expounded on the definition of mental health in the workplace. He said it is an integral component of health and well-being that underpins our individual and collective abilities to make decisions and build relationships. He noted that mental health enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community. 

On June 1, 2023, PFDA Acting General Manager Atty. Glen A. Pangapalan has signed Office Order No. 4, series of 2023, the Mental Health Program (MHP), to promote overall mental wellness, promote the employees’ mental health, and provide an inclusive, conducive, and supportive work environment for all PFDA employees and ensure a healthy and productive workforce.

(Mark Angelo N. Perez – Public Information Division with report and photos from Ma. Christine D. Lacuesta, Mary Felice Cirilo, and Cherie Joy R. Bongabong – PFDA-ZFPC)