Parental Leave for Solo Parents

In addition to leave privileges under existing laws, parental leave of not more than seven (7) working days every year shall be granted to any solo parent employee who has rendered service of at least one (1) year.  This leave benefit is granted to a solo parent to enable him/her to perform parental duties and responsibilities where physical presence is required. (RA 8972 or the Solo Parents’ Welfare Act of 2000)