PEACE-MAKER In commemoration of the National Women’s Month, we wish to reprint here our column dated March 13, 2022. “In recent years, many iconic women leaders have emerged. Outstanding women in global politics include Margaret Thatcher in Britain; Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris, the first...
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte on Wednesday, March 8, assured women that they can achieve their dreams in Quezon City as the local government is committed in giving them equal rights and protection from any form of violence. "If somebody says we cannot do it, what will we say— 'mali kayo (you are...
Women-led groups, along with other progressive organizations, commemorated the International Women’s Day on Wednesday, March 8 by urging the national government to grant higher wages, ensure job security, and promote the protection of all Filipinos. (Photo courtesy of Gabriela) “We link arms...
House Senior Deputy Speaker and Pampanga 2nd district Rep. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has issued an important challenge to her fellow Filipino women on the occasion of Women’s Day on Wednesday, March 8. House Senior Deputy Speaker Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo Arroyo, a former Philippine president, called...
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...
The Congressional Spouses Foundation, Inc. (CSFI) held its first board of Ttustees meeting on Monday, March 6 at the House of Representatives. Tingog Party-list Rep. Yedda Marie Romualdez (left) and Rose Marie "Baby" Arenas (Miko Noveno) The meeting was facilitated by CSFI Chairperson Rep. Yedda...
Behind this weekend’s successful hosting of Micecon 2023 are some very clever, resourceful, and strong-willed women WANDER WOMEN Behind the phenomenal success of Micecon 2023 are teams led mostly by women, such as Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Frasco (third from left), Vice...
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has called for a more intensified fire prevention awareness campaign as the country observes Fire Prevention Month this March. Gatchalian, principal author of the LPG Industry Regulation Act or Republic Act No. 11592 reminded consumers of the proper handling of...
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...
Have you brought a child – perhaps yours – to an art gallery, theater, concert or music festival? It would be good to plan a trip like that soon as your way to celebrate National Arts Month, a special time for us to appreciate art, reflect on its significance, and pay tribute to our artists....
Women's group Gabriela, together with the Commission on Human Rights and the Sarilaya, hold the Purple Action Day to call on women's demand for social justice during the opening of Women's Month on Wednesday, Mar. 1, at the Liawasang Diokno, CHR Headquarters in Quezon City. (Mark Balmores / Manila...
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...
