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With the arrival of Spanish conquistadors, the social construction of women in the Philippines was soon influenced by historical Spanish Catholic gender norms. [1] [2] American historian Edward Gaylord Bourne wrote in his 1902 introduction to The Philippine Islands, 1493–1898 that the imposition of Christianity "elevated the status of women" in the country. [3]
The Philippine Commission on Women (formerly the National Commission on the Role of the Filipino Women), is a government agency run by the government of the Philippines with the intention of promoting and protecting the rights of the Women in the Philippines. It was established on January 7, 1975, through Presidential Decree No. 633.
The concept of "uni-duality" in the Letter refers to the fact that God confides to the unity of the two, man and woman, not just the task of procreation, but the very construction of history. This Letter, more than any other writings, emphasises the importance of the contribution of women in professional work and world governance. [1]
One quarter of women ever-married aged 15–49, reported having experienced at any point emotional, physical, and/or sexual violence from their spouse. [28] Of women who had experienced any form of physical or sexual violence, 30% of them sought help in response to that violence. [29] While pregnant, 4% of women aged 15–49 experienced ...
I, (name), solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines and obey the laws and legal orders promulgated by the duly constituted authorities of the Philippines; and I hereby declare that I recognize and accept the supreme authority of the Philippines and will maintain true faith and ...
Women in the Philippines (Filipino: Kababaihan sa Pilipinas) may also be known as Filipina or Filipino women. Their role includes the context of Filipino culture , standards, and mindsets. The Philippines is described [ by whom? ] to be a nation of strong women, who directly and indirectly run the family unit, businesses, and government agencies.
Declaration of the Rights of Woman and of the Female Citizen, a 1791 text authored by Olympe de Gouges; Women's Declaration of Rights, an 1876 declaration; Women's Declaration on Population Policies, a 1994 declaration; Beijing Declaration, a 1995 declaration; Declaration on Women's Rights, a 2020 declaration in support of gender equality
This was the official gazette of the government in the Philippines which published government announcements, new decrees, laws, military information, court decisions, and the like. It also republished notices originally appearing in the Gaceta de Madrid which were relevant to the islands and decrees and other notices that required its ...