1. The document summarizes statistics on government employment in the Philippines, including the number of employees by level and status, as well as union membership statistics. 2. It discusses the rights of government employees under the Philippine Constitution and international law. Key issues facing civil servants are also presented, relating to salaries, job security, and democratic rights. 3. COURAGE calls for a P3,000 across-the-board salary increase, respect for job security and union rights, and reforms to address issues in the GSIS to better protect workers' funds.