IDC Gender and Development Program

IDC Gender and Development Program celebrates March as the National Women's Month.

Promoting the rights and welfare of women with the theme adopted from PCW, “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas”. It embodies a sense of optimism and hope, symbolizing a future where women’s lives are truly uplifted. It reflects the commitment to translating gender equality efforts from policy into tangible, meaningful changes in the lives of women. This vision seeks to ensure that all women, particularly those from underserved communities and marginalized sectors, reap the benefits of gender equality in their daily lives. By prioritizing these groups, the 2025 National Women’s Month Celebration emphasizes the need for inclusive progress, ensuring that no woman is left behind in the journey toward equal opportunities and empowerment.





Source:PCW

“Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world” – Howard Zinn

December is dubbed as National Volunteerism Month. Prof. Diadem Rose Jontarciego, GAD Coordinator, attended a seminar entitled, "Igniting Change: Volunteerism and Gender Equity in Extension Services" held at the Tourism Hall of CDO City Hall, Cagayan De Oro City, MIsamis Oriental. This seminar was spearheaded by the Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) in partnership with PAEPI, USTP, BPI and Ayala Foundations.

The 2-day seminar includes different topics that revolve around volunteerism, Gender-Responsive / Gender Sensitive Volunteerism and Financial Education. One of the highlights is an open book reading program immersion at different elementary schools in CDO. Prof. Jontarciego joined the group who immersed at Indahag Elementary School, Cagayan de Oro City.

The 3rd day of the event is the opening of the Volunteer Expo 2024 at Centrio Ayala Mall, CDO. Different GOs, NGOs, and private volunteer organizations joined the Volunteer Expo 2024.

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