In February 2024, specifically around February 20, the Civil Service Commission (CSC), through its various public statements and engagements, reaffirmed its strong commitment to promoting mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) programs within government workplaces across the Philippines. While CSC Memorandum Circular No. 8, s. 2020, already provides guidelines on the implementation of mental health programs in the public sector, the recent pronouncements underscore the CSC's continuous advocacy and monitoring of these initiatives, especially in the post-pandemic era.

CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles highlighted the importance of creating a healthy and supportive work environment for civil servants, recognizing that their well-being directly impacts their productivity and the quality of public service. Agencies are encouraged to establish their own MHPSS programs, provide access to mental health professionals, conduct awareness campaigns, and integrate mental health considerations into their human resource development plans. This ongoing commitment by the CSC aims to destigmatize mental health issues, provide necessary support to government employees, and ensure that public servants are physically and mentally equipped to fulfill their duties effectively and compassionately.