Candaba GAD Corner

This March, we celebrate the strength, wisdom, and resilience of every Filipina. As we honor Women’s Month 2026, let us continue to uplift one another, champion gender equality, and build a society where every woman and girl can lead, thrive, and reach her full potential. Like the Babaylans of our history, may we lead with courage, compassion, and purpose toward a more inclusive and empowered future.”

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵! 💜

The Municipality of Candaba, joins celebration of the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 with the theme“𝙒𝙀 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙂𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙀𝙦𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙎𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙮.” Additionally, the sub-theme for this year is “𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙮𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙨, 𝙁𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙨!”

Mabuhay ang diwa ng Babaylan, mabuhay ang kababaihang Pilipino!

'Ma, Pa, May Sasabihin Ako…' Pakikipag-usap sa Magulang Tungkol sa Mental Health Ilang linggo nang kinikimkim ni Carl* ang dinaramdam niya. Alam niyang hindi lang ito tipikal na o pagkalungkot. Gusto niya sanang magsabi

𝗣𝗖𝗪 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝘅𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝗱𝘀: 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘆

PCW expresses deep concern over the alarming sexualization, exploitation, and objectification of women in online advertisements being pushed to Filipino consumers through sponsored content. These materials not only demean and devalue women; they actively normalize harmful gender stereotypes and undermine their dignity and rights as humans.

It is unacceptable that in today’s hyper-connected digital age where millions engage daily, such sexist and degrading tactics are still being used for profit. These practices are not merely unethical; they contravene Philippine laws, such as Republic Act No. 9710 or the Magna Carta of Women, and Republic Act No. 11313 or the Safe Spaces Act, both of which affirm every woman’s right to dignity and freedom form objectification, whether in physical or digital spaces. They also run counter to the Philippine Government’s Gender-Fair Media Guidebook, which calls on media and advertisers to uphold respectful and empowering portrayals of women.

The Commission has formally reached out to concerned entities, including the e-commerce platform, urging the immediate removal of all demeaning content, such as this. We emphasize their responsibility to ensure that their platforms are not used as sanctuaries for sexism, misogyny, or exploitation.

Now, we call upon the public to stand with us and take an active role in reporting such content. Let your opinion as consumers raise the alarm: the objectification of women must never be normalized, especially in digital spaces that shape perceptions globally. When you encounter these ads, act immediately to let these online platforms know that their actions are not acceptable. Use the built-in reporting tools of the online platform where the ad appeared.

To all advertisers, brands, sellers, and digital platforms: Stop commodifying women’s bodies to sell products. This is not merely a breach of ethical standards; it is a violation of human rights. It is against the law.

Let us collectively demand and build physical and online environments that truly reflect respect, equality, and human dignity.