Philippines hosts Asean meetings on gender equality and women's rights

Title Empowering Women, Enriching Asean The Philippines Hosts High-Level Meetings on Gender Equality

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Committee on Women (ACW) has chosen the Philippines to co-chair its meetings on gender equality and women's rights. As part of this leadership role, the country is hosting high-level gatherings in Bohol from November 10 to 15.

Philippines Takes Center Stage

As co-chair of the ACW and the Asean Commission on the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Women and Children (ACWC), the Philippines is proud to assume the chairmanship of the ACW on November 10. This role reflects its commitment to advancing women's empowerment and gender equality across the region.

Comprehensive Agenda

The meetings will focus on several key areas, including

Promoting women's economic empowerment through policies and programs that promote equal opportunities for women
Addressing gender-based violence by implementing effective prevention and response strategies
Implementing the Asean Gender Mainstreaming Strategic Framework to ensure a more inclusive and equitable approach to development
Promoting gender-responsive governance through policy reforms and institutional changes

Call to Action

The meetings will also feature the Asean Conference on Gender-Responsive Budgeting (GRB), which aims to deepen understanding and strengthen the implementation of GRB across the region. As Asean's Vision Lead for Gender Mainstreaming, the Philippines will lead this conference from November 14 to 15.

Best Practices Compendium

As a key output of the conference, a comprehensive guide showcasing effective practices and strategies for using public resources to promote gender equality and inclusive development will be produced. This valuable resource, titled the Compendium of GRB Practices in Asean, will provide a useful tool for member states to guide their implementation of gender-responsive budgeting.

Unwavering Commitment

The Philippines' leadership in promoting gender equality is unwavering, as reflected in its commitment to align Asean initiatives with the Asean Community Vision 2045 – toward a resilient, innovative, and people-centered Asean. The country's hosting of these high-level meetings is a testament to its determination to empower women and promote gender equality across the region.

Conclusion

As the Philippines takes center stage in promoting gender equality and women's rights within Asean, it reaffirms its commitment to shaping a brighter future for all. By bringing together experts, partners, and representatives from across the region, these meetings will undoubtedly foster greater collaboration and cooperation on these critical issues.

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