As of 7 March 2023 (11:59 PM), the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) reports a total of 41,471,503 subscribers registered in the system, which is 24.54% of the 168,977,773 million subscribers nationwide. The total number is consolidated from data reported by local...
The Philippines has failed to provide the victims of sexual slavery perpetrated by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II their reparation claims as well as support and recognition due to the harm they suffered, the UN women rights committee found. In a decision issued by the UN Committee...
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...
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda on Wednesday, March 8 became emotional as she recalled the hardships she faced as a solo parent and the unpaid care and work women provide at home. This was after Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri and Senate Majority Leader Joel...
(PIXABAY) As part of the International Women's Day celebration on Wednesday, March 8, the Philippine Commission on Women, together with non-government organization UN Women, held a forum to discuss programs and initiatives that will help women advance in the field of digital technology. The...
Vice President Sara Duterte said on Wednesday, March 8, that unwanted pregnancy should not be a hindrance for teenage girls to pursue their dreams of finishing their education as the country marked International Women’s Day. Vice President Sara Duterte speaks during the International Women’s...
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 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...
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...