The Manila Times
IN a bid to strengthen the campaign against human trafficking, Mayor Joy Belmonte announced on Sunday that the local government has opened applications for the Quezon City Stops All Forms of Exploitation (QC SAFE) Seal for hotels and similar establishments. Belmonte said that the city government has high regard for these establishments, which include apartelles and inns. “We count on our accommodation establishments as a vital line of defense against human trafficking,” Belmonte told The Manila Times via Viber. She encouraged them to apply and adopt key safeguards, including trained staff to detect exploitation, stricter check-in protocols for minors, visible child protection measures, and a designated safeguarding officer. “The QC SAFE Seal signals that an establishment meets the city’s standards for safety and protection — making it a trusted space for guests,” the city chief executive said. Incentives, such as faster business permit processing, inclusion in tourism promotions, and eligibility for recognition and tax perks, depending on the level of compliance, will be offered to applicants to boost participation, she added.
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