On 14 March 2024, a National Women’s Month Celebration (NWMC) Forum was jointly held by the MWSS Regulatory Office and East Zone Concessionaire, Manila Water Company, Inc.
MWSS RO Deputy Administrator for Administration and Legal Affairs and Gender and Development Focal Point System (GFPS) Chairperson Claudine B. Orocio-Isorena delivered the keynote speech for the event. She emphasized the interconnectedness of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5 or Gender Equality and SDG 6 or Clean Water and Sanitation for All, stressing the importance of enhancing access to clean and potable water and sanitation facilities in fostering women empowerment and gender equality in the country. ALA-DA Orocio-Isorena also promoted gender diversity in leadership positions, challenging stereotypes and inspiring women to break through glass ceilings.
MWSS RO Department Manager for Public Information Joan Michelle S. Antonio served as moderator for the enlightening knowledge-exchange activity that followed this year’s NWMC sub-theme: “Lipunang Patas sa Bagong Pilipinas: Kakayahan ng Kababaihan, Patutunayan!” The panel for the activity consisted of distinguished women leaders from diverse backgrounds who have embodied women empowerment and broken down barriers for women in their respective practices.
The event was part of the partnership between the MWSS RO and Manila Water towards mainstreaming Gender and Development (GAD) in the water sector. In 2023, the two parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) serving as a framework document, outlining their commitment to exploring ways to promote GAD and emphasize the gender-water nexus.
Learn more about MWSS RO’s GAD activities: https://ro.mwss.gov.ph/gad-activities/…
Empower Her. Conserve Water.
Empower with Care. Promote Proper Sanitation for Her.
