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The Character Reference Letter of Recommendation is a crucial document in the Philippines used for various purposes including employment applications, academic admissions, visa applications, and housing requests. It must be drafted in compliance with Philippine legal frameworks, particularly the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and relevant provisions of the Civil Code. The document serves as a written testimony from a credible source who can attest to the subject's character, reliability, and personal qualities based on direct knowledge and observation. The recommender should be someone in a position to make an informed assessment, such as a current or former employer, professor, professional colleague, or community leader. The letter typically includes specific examples and situations that demonstrate the subject's character traits, while avoiding any discriminatory statements and maintaining objectivity. Its effectiveness relies heavily on the credibility of the recommender and the specificity of the examples provided.

1. Letter Header: Full contact information of the recommender, including professional title, organization, address, and date

2. Recipient Information: Name and address of the recipient or 'To Whom It May Concern' if recipient is unknown

3. Introduction: Establishes the purpose of the letter and the relationship between the recommender and the subject

4. Length of Acquaintance: Details about how long and in what capacity the recommender has known the subject

5. Character Assessment: Specific examples and observations of the subject's positive character traits and qualities

6. Specific Instances: Concrete examples or situations that demonstrate the subject's character

7. Closing Statement: Clear recommendation and willingness to be contacted for further information

8. Signature Block: Formal closing, signature, and typed name with professional title