Mr. Cris Noel F. Inosanto, an employee at the Surface Mail Exchange Department (SMED) began his service at the Post Office in 1988 as a hopeful 22-year-old utility worker. With unwavering determination and a heartfelt dedication, he clocked in and out every day, always on time, and ready to prove his worth. Though he hadn’t graduated college, his hard work paid off, and by 1991, at the age of 25, he broke stereotypes by enrolling in college. “Education is not a race; you can always study at any age,” he would say. Just four years later, he proudly earned his Bachelor of Arts and Science in Accountancy, opening new doors in his career.
In 2006, he transitioned to the role of CCTV Supervisor in Pasay, where he fondly remembers his time until 2013. However, his journey was not without its challenges. In 2012, he was diagnosed with gouty arthritis, which eventually deformed parts of his body. Despite the pain, he persevered, but by 2018, he was bedridden for six months.
The Post Office stood by him, providing paid leave during his recovery and supporting him as he applied for formal recognition as a Person with Disability (PWD).
Another heartbreak came in 2016 when he lost his father. Throughout these trials, he found solace and strength in the Post Office community. “The Post Office has always taken care of its own, even before laws mandated support for PWDs,” he shared. His colleagues and friends were his rock, helping him navigate through his toughest times.
