Officials and employees of the MWSS Regulatory Office (RO) proved that they are true GADvocates by actively participating in various National Women’s Month Celebration (NWMC) activities last March.
These activities, spearheaded by the Office’s Gender and Development Focal Point System (GFPS), were held to inspire and encourage internal and external stakeholders, especially women, in the water and sanitation sector, to push for the transformation of gender norms and culture towards an inclusive society.
The month-long celebration kicked off with an opening ceremony on 01 March to formally introduce this year’s #NWMC2024 theme “WE for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society.” The GFPS unveiled the line-up of programs and activities for MWSS RO personnel and external stakeholders. Meanwhile, female personnel of the Office were given the spotlight during the Women’s Appreciation Day on 07 March. They were serenaded by MWSS RO’s talented staff and surprised with special gifts. Selected personnel also attended a learning and development seminar on 20 March which focused on the important concepts related to Proclamation No. 759, series of 1996, or “Protection and Gender-fair Treatment of the Girl Child Week.”
The GFPS also organized several competitions to raise awareness on inclusivity and women empowerment, such as the GAD Quiz Bee, GAD Corner-Making Contest, and GAD Infomercial Production Contest. The winners from different Regulation Areas were announced during the Closing Ceremony held on 25 March.
The MWSS RO remains committed to advancing gender equality and women empowerment in the water and sanitation sector.
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Empower her. Conserve water.
Empower with care. Promote proper sanitation for her.
Visit MWSS RO’s GAD Corner Page: https://ro.mwss.gov.ph/gad-activities/