One Must'nt Step On The Other

Women are vulnerable, but is it necessary for one to step on the other? Think about it. The Philippines love their women, though, why are there still malicious acts? "Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995", also known as Republic Act No. 7877 speaks about the sexual harassment that most are experiencing, especially women. The act is mostly committed by workers such as managers, employers and their employees, teachers, and anyone else who has an authority over another person. The act itself involves the doer to demand, persuade, or request sexual favors, despite the victim resisting, the demand would still be continued. 

Are men more valuable that women? Are men more superior than women? Other than getting laid and giving birth to the expected children from a man, what else are females good for? Rape is a worldwide problem. So, I would like to present a certain Republic Act, which is RA 8353, further known as the Anti-Rape Law of 1997, made by the congress of the Philippines. It simply pinpoints the violation of women when it comes to rape, as their well-being, dignity, purity and virginity have been sacrificed for no reason, other than pure list. It expands the definition of the crime of rape and reclassifies it as a crime against people. Rape isn't regular, there are also two ways of committing it. One is by force or threat, and by grave abuse if authority or fraudulent machination. 

Despite these implemented laws and republic acts by The Philippines implemented by its senate and congress, these types of crimes are still rampant. Such republic acts are useless, when the main problem is from the people within a certain community, within a certain country. Think about it, walking through fields of poppies will always be calming rather than walking through fields of women's bodies. Bring us closer to the unknown, we'll live forever, the tyrant's overthrown. Revolution will be our only solution, since evolution led us to prostitution.

 

References:

SC: Anti-VAWC law protects women in illicit relationships too (Philstar.com) - July 7, 2022 

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Tag Archive for: rape south africa Access to Post Rape Care, Everywhere

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Fighting sexual violence: Turn outrage into action (Aarati Neupane, 2018) 

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Throughout a Semester is a Strong Soldier

One semester of the school year has already passed, and I can say that there are a lot of things that had happened and I've learned throughout this quarter of the first semester. Majority if the things that I've learned was about HTML Files and Tags, coding sorts of basic things such as background pictures, frames, tables, and many more. Moreover, we continued one of our lessons from the first quarter of the semester, which is making blogs about different topics. The topic of the quarter that I can say that I enjoyed was about coding. It wasn't regular coding where I copy and paste what was presented, but coding where I can explore the world of developers, experiment, and many more with the tags of HTML. 

   

Even though I, myself enjoyed this quarter, there were still problems that I've encountered. For example, in coding in the notepad both in our school and at home, I struggled in finding where the issue is located, may it be in between the paragraphs, or in between sentences. I didn't have much struggles, since I was dedicated in constructing my own websites using the things I've learned in school as basis, and making it broader by teaching myself on how to do things.

    Throughout this quarter, despite many challenges, I can say that I enjoyed it overall, may it be on the good or bad aspects. Struggling is a part of growing, so instead of giving up, I learned that I should adapt instead. With these learnings, I can apply these information on real life situations. 

References:

Blogger. (https://www.blogger.com) 

Old But Never Forgotten; A Former President's Journey

Elpidio Quirino, the sixth Philippine president, had a fascinating life. Born simply in Vigan, he worked hard, became a lawyer, and made his way into politics. He climbed the ranks, serving in the House and Senate before becoming Vice President. When President Roxas died, he stepped up to lead the country.

 

His presidency wasn't easy – he faced the aftermath of World War II and a rebellion. But he focused on rebuilding the economy, helping farmers, and improving infrastructure. He tried to bring the country together and make life better for everyone.

While there were tough times and controversies, Quirino's legacy is one of dedication to his country. He showed that even starting from humble beginnings, you can make a real difference. He might not be as famous as other presidents, but his contributions to the Philippines deserve to be remembered.

Roots Shall Be Acknowledged, Indigenous People Must Share Thy Knowledge

October is Indigenous Peoples Month in the Philippines! This year's theme, "Valuing, Nurturing, and Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous Knowledge," is especially important as we mark the 27th anniversary of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA). It's a time to celebrate the amazing diversity of Indigenous cultures and acknowledge the ongoing fight for their rights. We need to listen to their stories, understand their challenges (like land grabbing and environmental destruction), and work together to protect their ancestral lands and traditions.

This month isn't just about awareness; it's about action. Events and discussions give Indigenous communities a voice, helping everyone understand their struggles and contributions. It's a chance to build bridges and challenge unfair treatment. Let's use this time to really make a difference.

 

The real work lies in continued support and collaboration. IPRA is a good start, but we need to keep pushing for its stronger implementation and ensuring Indigenous communities have the power to protect their own futures. Let's celebrate their culture, honor their knowledge, and work together for a more just and equitable Philippines.

References:

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A Tough Heart Meets The Strong Mind

 For many of us Filipinos, resiliency, is a familiar word that we have encountered multiple time throughout our lives. It’s not a secret that the Filipino people have always prided themselves on their resilience.

        The Philippines ranks among the top three countries in the world for population exposure and vulnerability to hazards. In our situation right now, we are facing the stress of upcoming typhoons and problems all across the country. We can lighten the load on the negative side of the resilience scale by reducing sources of stress for families and program staff like helping

families, meet basic needs like food, shelter, diapers, health care, child care, guiding adults who are out of work through applying for financial assistance, creating and providing children’s activity kits and encouraging parents, program staffs, and co-workers to practice self-care. And with this resilience enables us as individuals, families, communities as nations and as a country, to cope better with the stress of the incoming calamities of nature, especially now that it's a season for storms. 

   

The strategic being a resilient Filipino is to acknowledge current reality, re-connect with the vision and values, communicate touch points for stability including a focus on the future, define what success looks like today and adjust as the future unfolds.

References:

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Vulnerable Creations Must Be Protected From Monstrous Actions

This year's National Children's Month theme, "Break the Prevalence, End the Violence: Protecting Children, Creating a Safe Philippines," hits close to home. It's a powerful call to action, reminding us that too many kids in our country face danger every day.

Imagine a child who can't go to school because

they're afraid of what might happen at home. Or a child who's afraid to talk about what's happening to them because they're worried no one will believe them. These are the realities for too many children in the Philippines.

We need to do better. We need to create a country where every child feels safe, loved, and protected. That means everyone – parents, teachers, community leaders, and even each of us – needs to step up. We need to learn how to recognize the signs of abuse, how to support children who are struggling, and how to create a culture where violence against children is simply not tolerated.

References:

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A Cleaner Earth Means A Brighter Future

    Mother Earth and Father Earth, how far they've become. Daughters and sons of Adam and Eve, where have you gone? betraying your own motherland will never entitle you to a hero as you return. Cruel beings, being ruthless is not how my mother taught me to be; rather, to show a hint of vulnerability. "Trash, trash, trash," yet no one picks it up. "Somebody else will help" Little did they know that they were that 'somebody' they were talking about. "Forgive them", but you have also sinned! Reduce garbage, Refuse to contribute to the worsening of our world, Reuse materials, Repurpose for a new beginning, and Recycle for a second chance.

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Our nature doesn't need humans, rather, humans need nature.

Mother Earth has always been there for us, yet the payment she receives does not comply with the actions and care she has given. 

Time is getting old, and we are the youngest we're going to be at the moment; That said, why not stop by and show respect for the gift God has given to us?

A simple gesture can create a massive impact, and help nature just how we want to be helped. 

References:

Blogger. (http://www.blogger.com)