Empowering Voices, Ending Violence: A Call to Action Against VAWC

“𝑯𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒔 𝒂𝒏 𝒐𝒑𝒆𝒏 𝒘𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒐𝒅𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝒔𝒐𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒚, 𝒂 𝒔𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒆 𝒖𝒑𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒐𝒅𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕. 𝑰𝒕 𝒊𝒔 𝒂 𝒄𝒓𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒕 𝒉𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚.” —Pope Francis

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟑, 𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐨 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐨. 𝟗𝟐𝟎𝟖, establishes laws to end human trafficking, with a focus on women and children. It creates the institutional frameworks required to safeguard and assist victims of human trafficking and imposes sanctions on those who violate it. 2012 marked the amendment of RA No. 9208 by RA No. 10364, which is referred to as the Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act.

𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝟵𝟮𝟬𝟴 𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶-𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟬𝟯, 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗥𝗔 𝟭𝟭𝟴𝟲𝟮.

This campaign theme is aligned with the "𝑼𝑵𝑰𝑻𝑬𝑫 𝒃𝒚 2023 𝒕𝒐 𝑬𝒏𝒅 𝑽𝒊𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑨𝒈𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒕 𝑾𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏" initiative of UN Women, a multi-year effort to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls worldwide. Launched in 2003, an action to immediately pass the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act.

Following the Day 17 of the "VAWck to Basics" series. In this content, you will explore the Anti-Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Act of 2022. Including the subjects of RA 9208 there are three (3) interrelated and interdependent elements for the situation to be considered trafficking in person are acts means, and purpose. Furthermore, you will learn about the following acts are punishable under RA 9208 as amended by RA 10364. To be aware of this campaign, you will understand what protection is given to trafficking persons and who may file a complaint. To have awareness violence against women and children, you will know where to call for a help.

"𝑾𝒆 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒎𝒐𝒕𝒆 𝒉𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚, 𝒂𝒗𝒐𝒊𝒅 𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒚 𝒂 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒔𝒐𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒚 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒃𝒍𝒆𝒎 𝒐𝒇 𝒗𝒊𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆." ~ 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐫𝐚





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𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 (𝐏𝐂𝐖)
is the primary policymaking and coordinating body on women and gender equality concerns. It continues to build upon the past efforts and achievements in advancing the status of women. It acts as a catalyst for gender mainstreaming, the authority on women’s concerns, and advocates for women’s empowerment, gender equity, and gender equality.

Republic Act 11862: Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2022:
An act revising Republic Act No. 9208, as amended, also known as the "Anti-trafficking in Persons Act of 2003," and other special laws, with the objective of reinforcing anti-trafficking in person policies, establishing penalties for its violators, and allocating funding associated with it.

𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧
is a serious problem that affects people all around the world. It includes different kinds of abuse, like physical, sexual, emotional, and psychological harm, based on someone's gender or age. Sadly, there are many wrong beliefs and misunderstandings about this issue that make it harder to address and stop. These myths can spread harmful stereotypes, blame the victims, and keep the violence going. To make things better, we need to separate the truth from these false ideas and understand what's happening.

By learning the truth, we can challenge the wrong beliefs, share accurate information, and understand why this problem happens. Throughout history, there have been many myths that have made it harder to stop violence. These myths blame the victims or make excuses for the abusers. But we need to replace these false ideas with the real facts that come from research, experts, and the experiences of real people. By doing this, we can work towards preventing violence, and helping the victims, and we can take important steps towards ending violence against women and children, promoting equality, and creating safer places for everyone.

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒌𝒆𝒚 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏, 𝒃𝒆 𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒆, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂𝒍𝒘𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒌 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒕𝒉.

To understand and put an end to violence, one must be aware of it.

We can prevent the violence against the women by using these methods. It’s fortunate that we can start teaching children at a young age since, in the modern day, women who experience abuse are mostly the young adults.
So, for their sake and ours, let us train them to be knowledgeable about everything.

𝑮𝑬𝑻 𝑻𝑶 𝒀𝑶𝑼𝑹 𝑭𝑬𝑬𝑻. 𝑴𝑨𝑲𝑬 𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑻𝑨𝑪𝑻. 𝑨𝑪𝑻 𝑵𝑶𝑾 𝑻𝑶 𝑺𝑻𝑶𝑷 𝑽𝑰𝑶𝑳𝑬𝑵𝑪𝑬!𝑻𝒐 𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒑𝒖𝒕 𝒂𝒏 𝒆𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒗𝒊𝒐𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒎𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒃𝒆 𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒊𝒕.

Here are the 10 course of action to PREVENT VIOLENCE against women.

We can prevent the violence against the women by using these methods. It’s fortunate that we can start teaching children at a young age since, in the modern day, women who experience abuse are mostly the young adults.
So, for their sake and ours, let us train them to be knowledgeable about everything.

𝑮𝑬𝑻 𝑻𝑶 𝒀𝑶𝑼𝑹 𝑭𝑬𝑬𝑻. 𝑴𝑨𝑲𝑬 𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑻𝑨𝑪𝑻. 𝑨𝑪𝑻 𝑵𝑶𝑾 𝑻𝑶 𝑺𝑻𝑶𝑷 𝑽𝑰𝑶𝑳𝑬𝑵𝑪𝑬!

Join us for the 18-Day Campaign Against Violence on Women and Children. Together, let's raise our voices, challenge societal norms, and advocate for a world free from violence. This campaign aims to increase awareness, promote prevention measures, and provide support for survivors of gender-based violence. Stand with us as we work towards creating a society where women and children are empowered, protected, and respected. No more silence. No more violence. Together, let's build a safer future for all."

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐕𝐀𝐖𝐂

The 18-Days Campaign to End VAWC supports the Philippine government's goal of protecting the human rights of women and girls by upholding its commitment to address all forms of gender-based violence as enshrined in the 1987 Constitution.

If you think that one of your friends is being violent or abusive, let them know that the behaviour is not cool and it’s hurtful. Tell them they are responsible for their actions, and that there is help available. If you think that a friend, family member, or even a person you do not know very well is being abused, offer them your support. Encourage them to seek help, and let them know that they are not to blame for the abuse. There is power in numbers, and it helps just to know that you’re not alone.

“𝘐 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘮𝘭𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘷𝘪𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘥."

~ Zainab Salbi

REPUBLIC ACT NO. 11648 IS AN ACT PROMOTING FOR STRONGER PROTECTION AGAINST R**E AND SEXUAL EXPLOITATION AND ABUSE, INCREASING THE AGE FOR DETERMINING THE COMMISSION OF STATUTORY R**E, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE ACT NO. 3815, AS AMENDED, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS "THE REVISED PENAL CODE," REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8353, ALSO KNOWN AS "THE ANTI-R**E LAW OF 1997," AND REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7610, AS AMENDED, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "SPECIAL PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AGAINST ABUSE, EXPLOITATION AND DISCRIMINATION ACT" IT WAS SIGNED AND APPROVED BY FORMER PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE ON MARCH 04, 2022.

Generally, most women and girls do not report when they have been r***d. Due to stigma, victim-blaming, and sometimes the possibility of being killed for “honor” and for other reason is the lack of faith in the justice system. This is why this campaign encourages women to let their voice be heard and believe that our justice system is still fair and square.

Let us break the silence for once and together we can stop the violence against women and children.

There are various laws in the Philippines that address and prevent r**e. The most notable of these is the Anti-R**e Law of 1997, also known as Republic Act No. 8353. R**e is defined in this law as the act of having sexual in*******se with a person under particular conditions without their permission. It also recognizes a variety of sexual offenses and enforces appropriate punishments.

R**e is a heinous crime that leaves indelible scars on its survivors. It is a terrible violation of human rights and a complete disregard for consent. We must stand united to combat this abhorrent act and advocate for justice and support for survivors. R**e destroys lives, and it is our job to establish a culture in which no one is afraid of such a horrible deed. 𝘛𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳, 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘷𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴, 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘳𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘦. Let us remain consistent in our efforts to raise awareness, educate the public, and hold perpetrators accountable. R**e is a stain on mankind, but by speaking up, we can effect change and strive for a safer, more compassionate community.

“𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝟖𝟑𝟓𝟑, 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐑𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐰 “

In our 18-day campaign, we would like to spread awareness to VAWC, but also to laws that provides protection to VAWC victims in which anti-r**e act is a part of. It is important that communities spread awareness to these information to creat a safe and healthy environment for all.

This Law serves as a vital safeguard for individual human rights, particularly in preventing and addressing instances of sexual violence. This legislation is designed to precisely define the parameters of r**e, determining guilt, and outlining appropriate penalties for offenders. Its primary goal is to protect individuals from sexual violence and provide justice for victims. To reinforce and enhance these provisions, 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝟏𝟏𝟔𝟒𝟖 was enacted, fortifying and amending the original law. This amendment seeks to further promote gender equality, ensuring that the legal framework evolves in tandem with societal norms. The changes made in 𝐑𝐀 𝟏𝟏𝟔𝟒𝟖 aim to provide increased justice and protection for those affected by sexual violence, reinforcing the commitment to a legal system that prioritizes the well-being and rights of all individuals.

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬, 𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐕𝐀𝐖𝐂

𝑹𝒂𝒑𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒂 𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒆; 𝒊𝒕'𝒔 𝒂 𝒄𝒓𝒊𝒎𝒆!

To raise awareness during this 18-day campaign against violence against women and their children, here's more information about the Anti-R**e Law of 1997 following Republic Act 8353, as amended by RA 11648.

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝟖𝟑𝟓𝟑: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐑𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐨𝐟 𝟏𝟗𝟗𝟕

“AN ACT EXPANDING THE DEFINITION OF THE CRIME OF R**E, RECLASSIFYING THE SAME AS A CRIME AGAINST PERSONS, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE ACT NO. 3815, AS AMENDED, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE REVISED PENAL CODE, AND FOR THE PURPOSES”

Section 1. Short Title. – This Act shall be known as “The Anti-R**e Law of 1997.”

Sec. 2. R**e as a Crime Against Persons. – The crime of r**e shall hereafter be classified as a Crime Against Persons under Title Eight of Act No. 3815, as amended, otherwise known as the Revised Penal Code. Accordingly, there shall be incorporated into Title Eight of the same Code a new chapter to be known as Chapter Three on R**e, to read as follows:

Article 266-A. R**e: When And How Committed. – R**e is committed:

1) By a man who shall have carnal knowledge of a woman under any of the following circumstances:

a) Through force, threat, or intimidation;

b) When the offended party is deprived of reason or otherwise unconscious;

c) By means of fraudulent machination or grave abuse of authority; and

d) When the offended party is under twelve (12) years of age or is demented, even though none of the circumstances mentioned above be present.

2) By any person who, under any of the circumstances mentioned in paragraph 1 hereof, shall commit an act of sexual assault by inserting his p***s into another person’s mouth or a**l or***ce, or any instrument or object, into the ge***al or a**l or***ce of another person.

If you are someone who is experiencing physical, psychological, and sexual violence, or if you know someone who needs help,

You can: contact the international emergency number 911, or local Police at +63 946 765 7896 (this hotline is available for either male or female adults and children), or Philippine National Police (PNP), Women and Children Protection Center (WCPC) on 410-3213 or 532-6690 and 0919-777-7377

In 2022, 𝟕,𝟒𝟐𝟒 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝, according to data from the Philippine National Police.

The “𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆” hinders the victims from speaking out about their situation, which is why there are still a lot of unreported cases. Ending VAWC does not happen overnight. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, speak out or seek help. Don't let fear hold you back—think about your safety and the safety of your child. The Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act, is here to support you. On this challenging journey, we are here to help you. Let's build a place where everyone feels safe enough to share their experience without fear of being judged.

You may report to the following service providers:

𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗘/𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘

𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 911/177
𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐖𝐂𝐏𝐂: (2) 8723-0401
𝟐𝟒/𝟕 𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐖𝐂𝐃 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞: 8532-6690
𝐄𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected]

𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬'𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘

Landline: (2) 8929- 9436
Mobile number: 09393233665
email: [email protected]

𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗨 𝗢𝗙 𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

NBI Hotline (2) 8524-0237
NBI VAWCD: (2) 8523- 8231 / (02) 8525-6028
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