Law Summary
Balance Between Cultural Pride and Practicality
- The Civil Service Commission (CSC) acknowledges the cultural significance of wearing Filipiniana attire to instill pride and identity among government officials and employees.
- CSC also recognizes practical considerations in the workplace and community demands that may affect dress code implementation.
Discretion Granted to Agency Heads
- CSC grants heads of government agencies the discretion, in consultation with their employees, to determine suitable office attire.
- While discretion is allowed, attire chosen should preferably have a Filipino motif or distinctly Filipino element on Mondays.
Enforcement and Encouragement of Internal Policies
- Agency heads are enjoined to strictly enforce internal policies on proper dress code.
- Officials are encouraged to wear Filipiniana attire during special functions and occasions to foster cultural pride.
Supersession and Effective Date
- This memorandum circular supersedes CSC Memorandum Circular No. 19, s. 2000.
- The directive took effect immediately upon its adoption on May 31, 2001.