PATAMABA

31/07/2026

Today, PATAMABA proudly participated as one of the panelists during the "Ligtas na Trabaho, Protektadong Manggagawa: OSH para sa Lahat!" forum held at the Great Eastern Hotel, Aberdeen Court.

As the voice of home-based and informal workers, PATAMABA shared its experiences and insights during the panel discussion, highlighting the importance of making Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) accessible to all workers—including those in the informal economy who often work from their homes or in community-based workplaces.

The discussion emphasized that every worker deserves a safe and healthy working environment, regardless of where or how they work. PATAMABA also shared its continuous efforts in promoting safe work practices, empowering women home-based workers, and advocating for inclusive policies that recognize and protect informal workers.

We thank the organizers and fellow panelists for creating a meaningful space for dialogue and collaboration. Together, we move closer to a future where every worker is protected, valued, and safe.

16/07/2026

Ngayong Hulyo 16, 2026, nakiisa ang PATAMABA, Inc. sa Senate Committee on Social Justice, Welfare and Rural Development upang ihayag ang ating buong suporta sa Senate Bill No. 1099 at Senate Bill No. 1221, o ang panukalang Magna Carta para sa Informal Ambulant Vendors.

Sa ating isinumiteng Position Paper, iginiit natin ang kahalagahan ng pagkilala sa mga ambulanteng manininda bilang lehitimong bahagi ng ekonomiya at ang pangangailangang maprotektahan ang kanilang karapatan sa kabuhayan, makataong pagtrato, at akses sa mga programang panlipunan.

Iminungkahi rin ng PATAMABA ang mga amyenda na magtitiyak ng:
✅ Makabuluhang representasyon ng mga organisasyon ng ambulant vendors sa paggawa ng mga polisiya;
✅ Due process sa anumang relokasyon o pagpapaalis;
✅ Proteksiyon laban sa di-makatwirang pagkumpiska ng mga paninda;
✅ Mas simple at abot-kayang proseso ng pagpaparehistro at pagkuha ng permit;
✅ Mas malawak na suporta sa kabuhayan, pagsasanay, digitalisasyon, at abot-kayang pautang; at
✅ Mga programang inklusibo, gender-responsive, at climate-resilient.

Naninindigan ang PATAMABA na ang pagpasa ng batas na ito ay mahalagang hakbang upang mapangalagaan ang dignidad, karapatan, at kabuhayan ng libu-libong impormal na ambulanteng manininda sa buong bansa.

Sama-sama nating isulong ang isang lipunang makatarungan, inklusibo, at may pagkilala sa mahalagang ambag ng mga manggagawang impormal.

29/06/2026

22/06/2026

Today, Purple Market had the honor of welcoming Ambassador Vladislava Iordanova to our store.

During her visit, Ambassador Iordanova took time to learn about Purple Market and listen to the inspiring stories of the women home-based workers and microentrepreneurs behind our products. More than showcasing handmade and home-made goods, the visit highlighted the resilience, creativity, and determination of the people whose livelihoods are supported through Purple Market.

We are deeply grateful for Ambassador Vladislava Iordanova’s visit and for her interest in the stories and aspirations of the women producers and informal workers who make Purple Market possible.

Every product tells a story. Every purchase helps empower a home-based worker and support a more inclusive and sustainable future.

💜 Gawang Bahay, Gawang Puso.

12/06/2026

Ngayong ika-12 ng Hunyo, ipinagdiriwang natin ang kalayaan ng ating bansa at ginugunita ang katatagan, pagkakaisa, at pagmamahal ng mga Pilipino sa bayan.

Kasama ng PATAMABA at Purple Market, ipinagdiriwang natin ang kalayaan sa pamamagitan ng pagbibigay ng pagkakataon sa mga kababaihan, home-based workers, at maliliit na negosyante na magkaroon ng marangal na kabuhayan at mas magandang kinabukasan.

Ang tunay na kalayaan ay ang pagkakaroon ng oportunidad na kumita nang patas, mapalago ang sariling kakayahan, at masuportahan ang pamilya sa pamamagitan ng sariling pagsisikap.

Sa bawat produktong gawa ng ating mga miyembro, ipinapakita natin ang sipag, talento, at lakas ng kababaihang Pilipino.

💜 Suportahan ang lokal.
💜 Suportahan ang kababaihan.
💜 Suportahan ang kabuhayan ng mga home-based workers.

Mabuhay ang sambayanang Pilipino! Mabuhay ang Kalayaan!

25/05/2026

Every stitch tells a story.
Behind every Purple Market product is a home-based worker turning skill, resilience, and creativity into a livelihood. From humble spaces come meaningful creations — proof that dignity and empowerment can be sewn into every bag.

“The Workplace You Don’t See” reminds us that work happens beyond factories and offices — in homes, communities, and the hands of women building a better future for their families.

Support local. Support women workers. Support sustainable livelihoods. 💜

18/05/2026

Sustainability Plan Workshop: Strengthening Women’s Economic Empowerment Through Sustainable Practices
📍 Max's Restaurant
📅 May 15, 2026

Successfully conducted the Sustainability Plan Workshop, aimed at strengthening women’s economic empowerment through sustainable and long-term practices for women and informal workers.

In partnership with CECI Philippines and CONCERN, the workshop was enriched by the valuable insights of Sandrine Belanger, Organizational Management Advisor, who shared important knowledge on sustainability, organizational strengthening, and women-led economic initiatives. 💜

The workshop focused on:
✅ Strengthening sustainable livelihood practices
✅ Promoting women’s empowerment and economic resilience
✅ Supporting organizational sustainability
✅ Encouraging long-term community development

Held at Max's Restaurant, the activity became a meaningful space for learning, collaboration, and empowerment among participants and advocates for women and informal workers.

Thank you to everyone who participated and continues to support the advocacy for women’s empowerment and sustainable community development.

11/05/2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day with love and support for local women entrepreneurs!

This May, treat your moms, wives, sisters, and even yourself with proudly local products from Purple Market PH!

🎁 SPECIAL MOTHER’S DAY PROMO:
🛍️ Buy Purple Market products worth ₱1,000 and get 10% discount!
🛒 Shop here: https://www.tiktok.com/?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Promo valid until May 31, 2026 only.

Support homebased workers. Support women-led livelihoods. 💜

05/05/2026

Mabuhay ang ika-36 na taon ng PATAMABA! 💜

Sa loob ng tatlong dekada at higit pa, patuloy nating pinapatunayan na ang lakas ng manggagawang impormal ay hindi matitinag—nagkakaisa, kumikilos, at lumalaban para sa dignidad, karapatan, at mas inklusibong kinabukasan.

Ngayong taon, sama-sama nating ipinagdiriwang ang ating tagumpay sa isang HYBRID CELEBRATION—may onsite gathering at via Zoom per area, upang mas mapalawak ang partisipasyon ng bawat kasapi sa iba’t ibang lugar.

Sa temang:
“Manggagawang Impormal, Kumilos at Tumindig Laban sa Digmaan, Tungo sa Kaseguruhang Panlipunan at Kapayapaan”

Tuloy-tuloy ang ating panawagan para sa:
✊ Karapatan at proteksyon ng mga manggagawang impormal
✊ Pagpasa ng mga makatarungang polisiya tulad ng MACWIE
✊ Mas matatag na kabuhayan at seguridad para sa bawat pamilya

💻📍 Kahit saan, iisa ang tinig—iisa ang laban!

💜 Sama-sama, patuloy ang laban!
💜 Para sa manggagawang impormal, para sa bayan!