Two women achievers in the field of arts were feted Monday night, March 13 during the House of Representatives' traditional all-women plenary session. Honored in separate resolutions penned for them were actress Dolly de Leon and the late writer-novelist Lualhati Bautista. It was quite fitting for...
The women legislators of the House of Representatives assembled inside and outside the plenary hall Monday, March 13 for a pair of massive groups photos. The women legislators of the House in the 19th Congress (Speaker’s office) The photos were taken on the same day that the chamber held its...
The burden of healthcare is being shouldered by women. This was according to a volunteer-based organization in the Philippines serving indigent Filipino cancer patients and this is their story. Cancer patients at the corner of OPD Building in East Avenue Medical Center (Photo courtesy of PFBCI /...
The usual mindset that a man is the only breadwinner in a family is already “obsolete,” so said Sen. Cynthia Villar. “I believe that when we empower women, we also empower families, the society and generations of people, who will contribute towards nation-building,” Villar said. Villar...
The Civil Service Commission (CSC) joined the nation in celebrating National Women’s Month (NWM) this March by highlighting the unique strengths and capabilities of women in various fields through its month-long conduct of NWM activities. Civil Service Commission (CSC) kick off its internal...
By Manila Bulletin team Alexa Basa The Philippines, with many countries around the world, celebrates the role of women and highlights issues affecting them every March. A law declaring March 8 as National Women's Day through Republic Act No. 6949, and two presidential proclamations – one of them...
Alliance of Filipino women Gabriela staged a noise barrage in Quezon City to protest against the “severe economic crisis” as well as demand salary increase and decent job opportunities for all. (Photo courtesy of Gabriela) Members of Gabriela on Monday afternoon, Feb. 27, trooped in front of...
The Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) encouraged advocates and stakeholders to submit their lineup of activities for the upcoming National Women’s Month Celebration. Submitted entries may be included in the official calendar of events for NWMC 2023. Upcoming plans and projects may be sent at...
Activities for the National Women’s Month are all planned and now scheduled, said the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) less than a month before the annual celebration begins. In the Philippines, National Women’s Month is celebrated annually in March to highlight women’s achievements and...
(In celebration of Women’s Month, Manila Bulletin is publishing stories featuring women who have made outstanding contributions to the country or to their communities.) Bagong Henerasyon Party-list Rep. Bernadette Herrera isn't your typical congresswoman. In fact, she doesn't even look like a...
In line with the celebration of Women's Month, the Department of Agrarian (DAR) conducted a five-day trade fair for farmers' organizations nationwide to help them promote their agricultural products. Aside from promoting farm products, DAR Support Services Office Undersecretary Emily Padilla said...
Continuing their mission of empowering women through ‘The Queens’ It all started with their journey to the crown. Being united by the beauty pageant stage, Binibining Pilipinas International 2014 Bianca Guidotti-Santos, Mutya ng Pilipinas 2010 Carla Lizardo, and Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach...
