Bacolod City Gender and Development Focal Point System

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𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐖𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍’𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 | 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐎𝐂𝐀𝐂𝐘 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐓

As part of the National Women’s Month Celebration, Councilor Celia Matea R. Flor, Chairperson of the Committee on Women and Vice Chairperson of the Gender and Development (GAD), together with the GAD Focal Point System Members, conducted an Advocacy Visit to the Bacolod City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO).

The visit also aimed to showcase the strength and capability of women in leadership through Doc Anna Maria Laarni Pornan, who leads the DRRMO with dedication, competence, and resilience. Her leadership reflects the power of women to take charge in critical and high-responsibility roles, proving that women are at the forefront of disaster preparedness, response, and public safety in Bacolod City.

The activity included the hanging of the National Women’s Month tarpaulin and the distribution of purple ribbons, symbolizing our collective commitment to gender equality, women’s empowerment, and inclusive development.

Let us continue to stand together in advancing women’s rights and strengthening our shared vision of a gender-responsive and empowered Bacolod City. 💜

The City of Bacolod proudly joins the celebration of the 2026 National Women’s Month during the Flag Ceremony on March 2, 2026, reaffirming its strong commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.

The City Mayor Greg Gasataya expressed his full support for all women of Bacolod, underscoring the city government’s dedication to programs and initiatives that protect women’s rights, promote equal opportunities, and ensure safe and inclusive spaces for every Bacolodnon woman.

An inspiring message was delivered by Hon. Celia Matea R. Flor, Vice chairperson of Gender and Development Council, emphasized the city’s continued efforts to advance inclusive programs and strengthen policies that uphold the rights and welfare of women.

The program culminated in the Pledge of Commitment, led by Councilor Flor, uniting everyone in a shared promise to promote gender equality and protect women’s rights.

Together, Bacolod moves forward, committed, empowered, and united in celebrating women not only this month, but every day. 💜

Bacolod City joins the 2026 National Women's Celebration!

𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐝 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐂𝐏𝐂, 𝐆𝐀𝐃 & 𝐋𝐂𝐀𝐓-𝐕𝐀𝐖 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

The LCPC, GAD, and LCAT-VAW Joint 1st Quarter Meeting was successfully held on February 24, 2026, at the SP Session Hall, Bacolod City Government Center in Bacolod City.

The meeting was presided over by Hon. Celia Matea R. Flor, Vice Chairperson of the Local Council Against Trafficking and Violence Against Women (LCAT-VAW), Gender and Development (GAD), and Local Council for the Protection of Children (LCPC).

The activity was attended by partner agencies, including various departments and offices of the Bacolod City Government, along with representatives from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Department of Education (DepEd), Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP), DSWD Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), Philippine Coast Guard, Women and Children Protection Desk (WCPD), Public Attorney's Office, the City Prosecutor’s Office, ACMN, Voice of the Free, Virlanie Foundation, Señor Sto. Niño Homes, among others.

A total of 43 out of 46 partner agencies were present, demonstrating strong inter-agency collaboration and a shared commitment to protecting women and children.

One of the key agenda items was the overview of Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC), thoroughly discussed by Ma’am Margarette Infante, RSW, of the International Justice Mission, who contributed insights during the open forum. The discussion emphasized strengthening the city’s Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to ensure a more coordinated, proactive, and victim-centered response to OSAEC cases.

Another significant agenda focused on the preparation for the upcoming National Women’s Month Celebration, aligning programs and initiatives that promote women’s empowerment, gender equality, and inclusive development, among other priority advocacies.

The joint meeting reflects Bacolod City’s unwavering commitment to child protection, the elimination of violence against women and children, and the continued strengthening of partnerships among agencies.