The Local Government Units of San Miguel and Tandag City conducted a two-day roll-out training on the Child Labor Local Registry System (CLLRS) and the establishment of Barangay Helpdesks as part of the SHIELD Against Child Labor Program.

Barangay Secretaries and Barangay Health Workers of San Miguel participated in the training held on May 26–27, 2025, at Shacene Pension House, while Barangay Secretaries and Kagawads of Tandag City joined the session on July 24–25, 2025, at Mandarin Restaurant, Tandag City.

A key component of the training was a simulation activity that allowed participants to practice the processes, protocols, and interventions involved in handling child labor cases within their respective barangays. Additionally, the training provided an overview of the referral mechanisms established under the SHIELD Program, which facilitate the coordination of services and support for child laborers and their families.

The introduction to the Child Labor Local Registry System was another significant aspect of the training. Attendees were taught how to access the system and input data on profiled child laborers, enabling the creation of a comprehensive database that supports evidence-based decision-making and intervention planning. Furthermore, the training covered the processes involved in establishing a Barangay Helpdesk, which serves as a one-stop service center for child labor-related concerns.

After the training, participants were tasked with presenting their Barangay Action Plans for SHIELD Implementation. These plans serve as strategic guides for effectively implementing the program at the barangay level, ensuring that interventions are tailored to the specific needs and contexts of their communities.

Through this training, the LGUs of San Miguel and Tandag City have taken a significant step towards strengthening local capacities to combat child labor, aligning with the broader objectives of the SHIELD Program and contributing to the national effort to eliminate child labor in the Philippines.