DOST VII - GAD

“Carry with you the learnings of these three days as your compass, your commitments as your sails, and your passion as the wind that propels you forward.”

PCW Executive Director Nharleen Santos-Millar delivered an inspiring closing message at the 5th GFPS Convention on September 3, 2025, at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, Quezon City.

She called on participants to bring home the insights gained and to steer policies, programs, and practices toward a horizon that is inclusive, just, and gender-responsive. 💜

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟕 – 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲! (Cebu I Bohol I Negros Oriental I Siquijor)

Are you passionate about building a business — or already running one that makes a difference in your community?
Introducing: 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝑻𝒆𝒌 — a program by DOST Region VII under Innovate Now that empowers women through training, mentorship, tech support, and community connections.
Whether you’re just getting started or already leading a social enterprise, this is your opportunity to grow.

✨ We’re looking for women who want to:
✔ Start or strengthen their business
✔ Make a real difference in their communities
✔ Learn how to grow smarter — not just harder
✔ Connect with mentors, experts, and fellow changemakers
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🟣 Track 1: For Early-Stage Women Entrepreneurs
Just getting started? We’ve got your back.
🎯 Learn how to pitch your idea
🎯 Plan your business with beginner-friendly tools
🎯 Get inspired through exposure trips and success stories
🔵 Track 2: For Women-Led Social Enterprises
Already making an impact? Let’s take it further.
✅ Training to grow and improve your enterprise
✅ Tech consultations with experts and universities
✅ Ongoing mentorship and proposal support
Perfect for women leading initiatives in agriculture, sustainability, education, health, or local livelihood projects.
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🌟 Why SheTek matters:
We’re building a strong network of women entrepreneurs in Region 7 — and YOU could be part of it.
We’ll connect you to the people, knowledge, and support you need to thrive. 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐘 𝐍𝐎𝐖 and join the SheTek movement 💜 👉 https://bit.ly/ShetekApplicationForm
🗓️ 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟑𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

SHETEK Program Application Form SheTek is a DOST VII program under Innovate Now, empowering women entrepreneurs in Region 7. Whether you're starting a business or leading a social enterprise, this program offers training, mentorship, and tech support to help you grow and make an impact. Apply now and be part of a community of wome...

Be a champion in nurturing gender sensitivity in the workplace!
• Get to know others who appear different from you
• Stop yourself before making snap judgments about others
• Consider what you have in common with your co-workers
• Develop empathy for others
• Educate yourself about different cultures and groups
Your strongest commitment to be sensitive to the differences between and among women and men is needed to help eliminate gender issues in the workplace!

Hand and in hand, let's learn, act and unite to advance gender mainstreaming in Central Visayas! Mabungahong Programa sa GAD sa Siete ta!
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