Blog Post.6
Violence Against Women (VAW) is a pervasive issue that is still affecting millions of women globally, including in the Philippines. According to the 2022 National Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), nearly 1 out of 5 women in the country have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual violence by their current or most recent husband or intimate partner. This alarming statistic shows the importance of initiatives like the National Women’s Month Celebration and the 18-day Campaign to End Violence Against Women. The of Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children (VAWC) Act of 2004, also known as Republic Act No. 9262, serves a landmark legislation in the Philippines aimed to address and eradicate VAW. This law provides a framework for protecting women and their children from various forms of violence, including physical, sexual, psychological, and economic abuse. It recognizes the need for legal and institutional support systems to safegua...
