Institute for Labor Studies

About this agency

The Institute for Labor Studies (ILS) is the policy research and advocacy arm of the Department of Labor and Employment as articulated in Section 3 of Executive Order No. 251. Under E. O. No. 251, ILS is tasked to perform the following core functions: 1.) undertake research and studies in all areas of labor and manpower policy and administration; 2.) Review the rationale of existing legislations and regulations and analyze the cost involved in the implementation of such legislation against the benefits expected to be derived; 3.) Study and develop innovative and indigenous approaches towards the promotion of harmonious and productive labor management relations, and the improvement of workers welfare services; 4.) Develop and undertake research programs and projects in collaboration with other national agencies to enhance the Departments capability to participate in national decision and policy making.

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