In many Filipino families, women—especially housewives—are traditionally seen as the light of the home, caring for their children and managing household responsibilities. However, with the right opportunities, they can achieve even more and become active participants in the modern workforce.

AboitizPower subsidiaries GNPower Mariveles Energy Center (GMEC) and GNPower Dinginin (GNPD) are helping make this a reality. On March 12, 2025, through a partnership with Connected Women—a social impact organization focused on empowering women through technology, entrepreneurship, and remote work opportunities—the companies officially turned over digital work materials to beneficiaries of the Elevate AIDA (Artificial Intelligence Data Annotation) livelihood program.

Held at Kamayen Restaurant in the Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB), the ceremonial turnover marked a new chapter for 37 stay-at-home housewives, equipping them with the tools and skills needed to build sustainable livelihoods and explore new opportunities in the digital economy.

The event was graced by key leaders who champion inclusivity: Mariveles Municipal Mayor Atty. Ace Jello Concepcion, Mariveles Tourism Council Chairperson Atty. Mariafe Concepcion, Buklod ng Kababaihan President Leonida Valderama, and Reputation and Stakeholder Management (RSM) Manager Joseph Paolo Mendoza.

“This initiative is a step toward enhancing skills, improving productivity, and fostering growth in our community,” Mendoza said. “Together, we continue to create meaningful impact.”

The beneficiaries, members of the municipal-level organization Buklod ng Kababaihan, underwent a 15-day training in data annotation. To support their newly acquired skills, each participant received a laptop, headset, wired router, and pocket Wi-Fi device. These resources will enable them to access online job opportunities, work remotely, and explore more livelihood prospects with job-hunting assistance from Connected Women.

“Maraming salamat po sa AboitizPower subsidiaries GMEC at GNPD (Thank you very much to AboitizPower subsidiaries GMEC and GNPD),” said one of the beneficiaries. “Ang inyong suporta ay hindi lang isang tulong—ito ay isang inspirasyon para sa bawat babaeng nangangarap na kumita para sa mas magandang kinabukasan ng aming pamilya.

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