“This year is an opportunity to accelerate progress.” Senator Loren Legarda said this as the nation celebrates National Women’s Month as she calls on all sectors of society, both public and private, to commit to lasting change and decisive action to ensure every Filipino women can...
Based on a study conducted by American economist Joel Waldfogel, titled “The Welfare Effect of Gender-Inclusive Intellectual Property Creation: Evidence from Books,” female authors are now dominating the publishing industry. But before this historic feat for women, strong female writers had to...
An online panel discussion on Monday, March 25, hosted by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD) tackled the ongoing struggle and progress for women's empowerment in the Philippines....
Yes, there is such a thing as compassion fatigue and it happens when you care too much. Physical fatigue, increased apathy toward people or things you care about, feelings of helplessness, irritability, and a tendency to isolate are some of the signs. This is one aspect of a woman’s well-being...
Even in 2024, a study reveals that the deep-seated cultural norms restricting women's roles persist. These norms manifest through unsolicited questions and opinions. In celebration of International Women’s Month, Telus International Philippines (TIP), an AI-fueled customer experience and business...
On the last day of National Women's Month, Quezon City 5th district Rep. PM Vargas highlighted his various pending bills in the House of Representatives that would have a positive impact on women, should they get enacted. “Empowered women empower society. They already have unique strengths and...
The city government of Valenzuela held on Wednesday, March 29, a dance competition as the culminating activity for the city’s National Women’s Month celebration. The event, with the theme "We for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society #WeCanBeEquALL,” was held at the Allied Local Response...
Manila Mayor Sheila Honey Lacuna-Pangan honored Filipina workers and celebrated women's empowerment during the Second Manila Women Summit at the Metropolitan Theater (MET), Plaza Lawton, Manila on Thursday, March 23. Manila Women Summit 2023, with the theme "Bida ang Babae sa Maynila," is an annual...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC), in a statement on Friday, March 24, expressed its gratitude and recognition for the valuable role that women play in its humanitarian works. "The PRC is proud to have many women volunteers and staff who have dedicated themselves to serving their fellow Filipinos....
When strong and independent women gather together, the more positive energy the place radiates with. And this happened recently at Rustan’s Shangri-la Plaza mall branch where The Beauty Source hosted their annual Beauty Addict GRLPWR event. Get even more inspired to be truly who you are with...
Even at a young age, Margaret ‘Marge’ Lee, COO and managing director of Lifestrong Marketing Inc. (LMI) has always exhibited a hands-on approach to business. Her decision to develop a local brand of personal care products stems from the idea that achieving beauty does not have to break the bank....
CARIGARA, Leyte – In support of the National Women's Month Celebration, over 200 women here donated blood in a bloodletting activity organized by the Local Government Unit on Thursday, March 23. Mayor Eduardo Ong Jr. said they did not expect to exceed their initial target since they invited few...
