Different measures have been implemented under the Duterte administration to raise women’s status on health and livelihood. In celebration of the Women’s Month, Malacañang assured that the government will continue to implement programs dedicated to the welfare of women.
“The Duterte Administration has made significant strides to empower our women. Some of these are giving them more financial, health and medical benefits or assistance, better work opportunities and improved working conditions. These changes are designed not only to promote the welfare of women but likewise to fill the gaps in upholding gender equality,” Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo said.
But there is still much to be done to improve the situation of women in the country and the public has been encouraged to join the movement to achieve the said goal.
“There are, however, changes that still need to be implemented to further empower the Filipinas of today, as well as to encourage an environment where substantive equality thrives. Hence, we urge each one to help one another to motivate Filipinas in reaching their full potential, especially in nation-building,” Panelo concluded. – Report from Mela Lesmoras
