ANNUAL

In 2006 PIDSEA reaped the fruits of its hard work inthe past years, continued the efforts it has started, andcommenced new projects as well.With the first Collective Negotiating Agreement(CNA) between PIDSEA and PIDS managementsigned in 2005, PIDSEA saw the agreements graduallymaterializing in 2006– PIDSEA representatives inPIDS committees and deliberations, logistical support,shuttle services to employees to name a few.PIDSEA again sponsored the PIDS Employees’ Day,which was as successful as the first one in 2005. Otherthan its primary aim of establishing camaraderie andteamwork, the activity also aimed to raise funds forthe association and provide an exciting and enjoyableaffair for all PIDS employees. The day was filled withfun games, great prizes and good food much to thedelight of the employees who were grouped into colorteams to compete in physical and mind games.PIDSEA owed the success of the event to thecooperation of the employees and the generouscontribution of the PIDS management, former PIDSemployees and PIDSEA friends.The year likewise saw new projects launched by theAssociation, one of which is the PIDS Fitness Center.PIDSEA, in partnership with the PIDS SportsCommittee, inaugurated the project with the healthand physical fitness of employees in mind. The minigym,which is open to all employees, houses atreadmill, stationary bike, waist trimmer, abs rollerand dumbbells donated by generous PIDSEAmembers. A ping pong game set was provided by thePIDS management.The PIDSEA Newsletter was also unveiled in 2006.This quarterly publication is aimed at circulating news,announcements, features, and activities undertaken byPIDSEA, as well as significant events in the Institute.Other than serving as a communication tool, thenewsletter also serves as a venue for enhancing thecreative talent of the Association’s members. The firstissue was released in September to all PIDS employeesand friends.PIDSEA hopes to sustain its accomplishments andembark on more projects for the benefit and welfareof PIDS employees in the coming year. •PIDS 2006 ANNUAL REPORT21