Lorna Mandin, Chief of Davao City’s Integrated Gender and Development Division (IGDD) discusses Republic Act 8972 or the Solo Parents’ Welfare Act with the solo parent-employees of DSWD during the culmination of the Women’s Month Celebration at DSWD Regional Office. Atty. Imelda Evangelio, of IGDD Legal Service also provided an orientation on Republic Act 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act.

Other events for the day as ‘treats’ for women include free Hair Cut, Make Up Session, Massage, Talent Showcase by Men for Women, Foot Spa, Manicure, Pedicure, and Cooking Demonstration and Taste Test. Theme for the month-long celebration is “Juana, Desisyon Mo ay Mahalaga sa Kinabukasan ng Bawat Isa, Ikaw Na”.  DSWD