Family Week observance: ‘Kainang Pamilya’ vital

Today the Filipino nation begins the observance of Family Week. Malacañang has shortened the work hours in state offices and departments today to allow government employees to participate in the annual observance of the 33rd Family Week and the Kainang Pamilya Mahalaga Day.

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In accordance with the mandate of the 1987 Constitution which “declares that the State shall recognize the sanctity of family life and shall protect and strengthen the family as the basic social unit,” Presidential Proclamation No. 60 was issued in 1992.

In 2012, this was amended by Proclamation No. 326 which affirmed the importance of “the common family meal where all members of the family are present to signify their unity and thanksgiving for God’s abundant blessings.” Moreover, it emphasized that “having a common family meal encourages parents to stay connected with their children and understand the challenges they face.” Hence, it recognized the “need to highlight and celebrate the value of families sharing meals together as a national tradition that should be observed annually and sustained by all Filipino families.”