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Senator Grace Poe called for opportunities to engage women in various fields of endeavors and leadership, saying their participation is vital to propel the nation’s growth and stability. “There is a compelling need to mobilize more women into the workforce, move them to stable jobs and income, develop their talent and pathways for advancement,” Poe […]
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) urged government agencies to continue to be at the forefront of ensuring gender equality in the public sector in line with the celebration of National Women’s Month. CSC Chairperson Karlo Nograles called on government workers across the country to reaffirm the collective commitment of fostering a culture of equality and […]
House Committee on Human Rights Chair and Manila 6th District Representative Benny Abante on International Women’s Day reiterated the need for comprehensive anti-discrimination legislation to ensure that Filipino women are provided with the same opportunities as Filipino men, especially in the Philippine workplace. Abante pointed out that “this year the theme of International Women’s Day […]
Senator Grace Poe implored concerned government agencies to remain steadfast in creating economic opportunities for more women to find decent jobs. “We need more women in the labor force. They represent a formidable talent pool and an underutilized resource in the world of work,” Poe said as the nation celebrates the International Women’s Month. “Increasing […]
As the country commemorates International Women’s Day, the chairperson of the House of Representatives labor and employment committee urged for more flexible work arrangements that would help women tasked with overseeing domestic activities be productive at home. “Unpaid domestic and care work hinders women from fulfilling their potential and engaging in paid labor. Especially in […]
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda made a reminder to recognize that being proactive in women’s rights will make the real change on top of discussing it. “This celebration serves more than just a tribute to women; it is a moment to highlight the often-overlooked contributions of women, particularly on unpaid care work, and the […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA), through its Gender and Development Focal Point System (GFPS), formally launched its month-long National Women’s Month Celebration (NWMC). The celebration adheres to the 2023-2028 theme, “WE for Gender Equality and Social Inclusion”. WE stands for Women and Everyone to highlight collective action and Women’s Empowerment to underscore the goal of […]
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda reiterated the push for legislation and concrete action to address gender-based disparities and to recognize women’s contributions to agriculture. “Women are key players in our fight against hunger and malnutrition, yet they face systemic barriers that limit their potential,” lamented Legarda during her keynote speech at the National Women’s […]
Some 1,650 indigent women from 33 barangays here, will be the beneficiaries of a free pap smear, breast examination, and HIV testing of the city government. This is in line with the programs and activities of Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. for the Women’s Month celebration. Dubbed as “Sa lipunang patas, kakayahan ni Eba ay […]
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE:FDX) and one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, announced its collaboration with Zonta Club of Makati and Environs (Zonta) for the second consecutive year to empower women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) as part of the FedEx Cares program. FedEx donated over PHP1.9 million […]