Still in celebration of the International Women’s Month the Gender and Development (GAD) Unit gathered students, faculty, and staff for a Juan-a Talk? S-he Talks: Women Empowerment Forum with Atty. Elizabeth Abasquez Felasol, Dr. Darius E. Montaño, and Prof. Shecky Mae R. Villavert, at the Knowledge Development and Resource Management Center (New Library), March 19, 2025.

Atty. Felasol shed light on the legal aspects of the Violence Against Women and their Children (VAWC) Act and the Safe Space Act, empowering attendees with knowledge on their rights and protections. Dr. Montaño also shared expert insights on Mental Health to promote awareness and understanding. Meanwhile Prof. Villavert imparted to the audience her personal experiences.

The activity also fosters the University’s initiative to celebrate womanhood as it continuously strives to make a safe and equitable society for all.