If you think that a woman should not lose out on a job just because she could potentially get pregnant, then this bill is for you. (Unsplash) The House of Representatives recently passed on second reading House Bill (HB) No.4479, or the proposed Act expanding the prohibited acts of discrimination...
Senator Manuel “Lito” Lapid has filed a resolution honoring and commending The Outstanding Women in the Nation’s Service (TOWNS) awardees for this year, hailing the remarkable contribution of Filipino women to nation-building. “Nararapat lang na parangalan ang mga honorees ng 2022 TOWNS...
The society will benefit if the economic status of women is uplifted, United States first-ever female Vice President Kamala Harris has said. Talking about women empowerment at a town hall discussion in Pasay City on Monday, Harris pushed for equal opportunity for women in terms of entrepreneurship...
As the Philippines joins in the celebration of World Children’s Day on Sunday, November 20, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian urged the government to sustain the momentum of its crackdown on online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC). Gatchalian said the government is now better equipped...
As part of its goal to further protect Filipino women and instill their rights, the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) launched the Women’s Priority Legislative Agenda (WPLA) for the 19th Congress. The Philippine Commission on Women launches 'Agenda ni Juana' (Photo courtesy of PCW) WPLA,...
Rudzma Abubakar and Islay Erika Bomogao ruled their respective events that showcased the toughness of the national team from Muay Thai in the 8th Philippine Sports Commission Women’s Martial Arts Festival at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. National Muay athlete Islay Bomogao (left) ruled the...
UNITED NATIONS, United States -- United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) on Wednesday launched an appeal for 113.7 million U.S. dollars to scale up life-saving reproductive health and protection services for women and girls in the Horn of Africa. An unprecedented drought in the region has left more...
Just how close to enactment is the bill declaring Feb. 1 as annual 'National Hijab Day?' (Muhammad Ruqi Yaddin/ Unsplash) One of the proponents of the measure, Basilan lone district Rep. Mujiv Hataman, answered this question by posting a clever "pubmat" on his Facebook Saturday, Nov. 12. A check...
KABUL, Afghanistan -- Taliban fighters beat women protesters and fired into the air on Saturday as they violently dispersed a rare rally in the Afghan capital, days ahead of the first anniversary of the hardline Islamists' return to power. Afghan women hold placards as they march and shout slogans...
For the Women (FTW) Foundation, on Saturday, Aug. 13 once again proved that “women can” compete as it conducted its 6th commencement activity for its data science scholars. (For the Women Foundation) FTW is a nonprofit organization established in 2018. It is committed to providing free Data...
The Covid-19 pandemic brought the world to a standstill, with many people having to recalibrate their lives as the halt in the economy deprived them of their livelihoods. Some people managed to turn this unexpected setback to success for themselves and their communities, and Mangan by Iman is one...
The Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) called on appropriate agencies to investigate “erring” content creators that promote sexual harassment, child abuse, and exploitation. (Unsplash) “Recently a concerned citizen brought to our attention a social media page and video streaming platform...
