Special Leave Benefits for Women

Under the Republic Act 9710, otherwise known as “The Magna Carta of Women“, a woman employee shall be entitled to a special leave benefit of two (2) months with full pay based on her gross monthly compensation following surgery caused by gynecological disorders. As guidelines for the implementation of special leave benefits for women in the private sectors, the Department of Labor and Employment issued Department Order No. 112-11, Series of 2011. For female employees in the government service, you may refer to Civil Service Commission Guidelines on the Availment of the Special Leave Benefits for Women under RA 9710, CSC Resolution No. 1000432.
What is special leave benefit for women

Special leave benefits for women refers to a female employee’s leave entitlement of two months with full pay based on her gross monthly compensation following surgery caused by gynecological disorders.

This benefit is in addition to leave privileges under existing law.

from: http://www.laborlaw.usc-law.org/2011/08/19/special-leave-benefits-for-women/