To help more young job seekers, the Department of Labor and Employment and the Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur conducted the Jobstart MOA Signing and Employer’s Forum to encourage private employers to become partners in helping young jobseekers through the Jobstart Program. Said event was held at the Provincial Farmers Livelihood Development Center last 15 May 2025.

The program was also attended by Governor Jerry Singson, SPM Mildred M. Elaydo, Assistant Regional Director Honorina D. Baga, JobStart Focal Bureau of Local Employment Rolando Tumamao.