The Department of Public Works and Highways Regional Office VIII conducted a two-day training session on business writing that took place on August 28-29, 2025, at the DPWH-RO8 Multi-Purpose Hall, Baras, Palo, Leyte.
The training was aimed for DPWH employees who are responsible for drafting and reviewing correspondence. After completion of the program, all participants are expected to be equipped to write effective and ethical communications that adhere to the standard formats used in professional setting. In today’s rapidly evolving workplace driven by technological advancements, effective communication has become increasingly vital. The Department aims to strengthen written communication skills, which are essential for daily operations, stakeholder engagement, and achievement of organizational objectives.
The training session began with a warm welcome from Regional Director Edgar B. Tabacon, CESO IV, followed by Dr. Christine Dawn S. Mombay, a seasoned professional in communication arts with a wealth of experience in business writing and professional communication across various sectors, including government and corporate environments. Her presentation covered essential topics such as business English, fundamentals of business writing, sentence structure, fluency, common sentence issues, and effective office communication. The session concluded with a practical workshop to reinforce the concepts discussed.
DPWH NSSDEO was represented by Ms. Glea C. Gloton-Rubenecia, Ms. Brisa E. Añonuevo, and Ms. Ma. Aiza B. Lozano. The attendance of NSSDEO personnel in the said training serves to enhance skills for drafting and reviewing of DEOs correspondence, which may be imparted to other employees performing similar task.
Furthermore, through this training, participating employees were able to practice a formal style of correspondence that is utilized within the organization. Such correspondence encompasses a variety of documents, including reports, letters, memoranda, and emails, which play a vital role in conveying important information related to internal processes and external interactions. Beyond merely delivering content, effective business writing ensures that messages are communicated with clarity, precision, and professionalism.
The two-day training, driven by the department’s strong dedication to professionalism and excellence, was designed to enhance participants’ skills in creating written communications that are straightforward, succinct, and aligned with the organization’s goals.
(Kristin Kalayaan R. Flores/PR)
