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Hi everyone,
We would like to take a moment to acknowledge the Day of Valor (Araw ng Kagitingan), a significant holiday celebrated today. This day is a tribute to the bravery and heroism of the Filipinos during World War II.
About this day:
- The Day of Valor commemorates the Fall of Bataan on April 9, 1942, where around 76,000 Filipino and American soldiers were forced to surrender to the Japanese forces.
- This day is also known as Bataan Day, named after the Bataan Peninsula where the battle took place.
- It was declared a national holiday in the Philippines in 1987.
Please note that our offices based in the Philippines will be closed in observance of this holiday. We encourage everyone to take a moment to remember the courage and sacrifice of those who fought for freedom and peace.
Thank you,
People Team
Hey everyone, 👋
Today, we're celebrating the Day of Valor (Araw ng Kagitingan) - a significant holiday observed every 9th of April. This day is a tribute to the bravery and heroism of Filipinos during World War II. 🇵🇭
About this day:
- It commemorates the Fall of Bataan during World War II.
- It honors the courage of Filipino and American soldiers who fought against Japanese forces.
- In the Philippines, it's celebrated with parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, and war veterans being honored.
Please note that our offices in the Philippines will be closed in observance of this holiday. 🏢
Let's take a moment to appreciate the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought for freedom. 🙏
Thank you,
People Team
Hi all,
We would like to bring your attention to the upcoming holiday, Day of Valor (Araw ng Kagitingan), celebrated on April 9th.
• This day commemorates the heroism of Filipinos and American Soldiers during World War II.
• It marks the fall of Bataan, which led to the largest surrender in American and Filipino military history.
• In the Philippines, it's celebrated with parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, and war veterans being honored.
Please note, our offices in the Philippines will be closed in observance of this holiday. We encourage everyone to take a moment to remember the bravery and sacrifice of those we honor on this day.
People Team
Hi everyone,
We hope this message finds you well. We are writing to remind you of the upcoming public holiday, Day of Valor (Araw ng Kagitingan), which will be observed on April 9th.
Please note that our offices located in Philippines will be closed. We kindly ask you to plan your work and communication accordingly to accommodate this day off.
If you have any meetings or deadlines that may be affected by this holiday, we encourage you to reschedule or plan ahead to ensure a smooth workflow.
Thank you,
People Team
How to observe Day of Valor at work
Day of Valor, also known as Araw ng Kagitingan, is a national holiday in the Philippines celebrated annually on April 9. This holiday is observed only in the Philippines, where employees are given the day off to commemorate the event. The Day of Valor honors the bravery of Filipino and American soldiers during World War II.
Recognizing diverse holidays like Araw ng Kagitingan in global teams fosters inclusivity and respect for different cultures. It also provides an opportunity to learn about historical events and their impact on various societies.
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