At Ulticon Builders Inc., we believe that safety goes beyond protective gear and jobsite protocols—it also means creating a work environment where everyone feels respected, protected, and heard. This commitment is deeply rooted in the leadership of our president and chairman, Carlos “Charlie” Gonzalez, whose vision has always been to build not just physical infrastructure, but strong, empowered communities—starting within the company.
As part of this ongoing mission, we recently conducted an Anti-Sexual Harassment Awareness Program with the theme “Break the Silence, Speak Up, End Sexual Harassment.”
This initiative reflects our dedication to strengthening UBI’s workplace values and fostering a space where dignity is the standard, not a privilege.
Sexual harassment—whether verbal, physical, or online—can quietly undermine employee confidence and create unhealthy environments. In line with Republic Act 7877, or the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995, employers are required to create mechanisms that prevent, address, and resolve incidents of harassment in the workplace.
UBI’s mission is to protect the health, safety, and well-being of all employees, regardless of rank.
The symposium was held on September 20, 2024, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 NN at the UBI Clinic Central Office in Maa, Davao City, and was attended by 53 employees from various departments.
We partnered with the Integrated Gender and Development Division (IGDD) of the Davao City Mayor’s Office, with Ms. Lorna B. Mandin, Division Head, serving as our esteemed resource speaker. The session began with registration and a prayer led by Mr. James Sajulga of our HR department, who also acted as the program’s master of ceremonies.
Ms. Mandin shared eye-opening insights about how harassment manifests in both subtle and overt ways. According to her, sexual harassment isn’t just about unwanted advances—it’s also about power dynamics, implied threats, or uncomfortable environments that leave lasting emotional and psychological impact.
She highlighted that harassment:
● Can affect job satisfaction and productivity
● Often leads to emotional distress
● Has long-term consequences, especially when experienced early in one’s career
Ms. Mandin also touched on the broader scope of today’s laws, including the Safe Spaces Act, which expands protection beyond the workplace and into schools, public areas, and digital platforms. Harassment doesn’t only come from superiors—it can happen between peers, in public, or even online.
The session emphasized that awareness is a form of protection and that employees have every right to feel secure, supported, and valued at work. We also discussed the procedures that employees can follow to report incidents—discreetly and with full support from management.
More importantly, the event reminded us that respect should be part of our daily interactions, not just something we talk about in training.
This awareness initiative is just one of the ways Ulticon continues to build a workplace guided by the principles of integrity, care, and safety. We are committed to:
● Providing clear procedures for handling complaints
● Protecting employees from all forms of harassment
● Ensuring education and awareness remain ongoing
● Upholding a culture where everyone feels empowered to speak up
At Ulticon, safety includes not just hard hats and steel-toe boots but also the emotional and mental security of every team member.
We believe that conversations like these lay the groundwork for a healthier, more inclusive, and respectful workplace. And when we build respect internally, it shows in the work we deliver to the communities we serve.
UBI’s health and safety initiatives continue to evolve, but the goal remains the same: to protect, uplift, and value our people.
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