Women Have Voice

Women have Voice in Decision Making

(Zandro Escat)

Datu Paglas Municipality Barangay Mangadeg more women are participating in community meetings. After attending community re-echoes conducted by Protection Pool of Trainers (PPOT) which, aim to inform community members of their rights and entitlements according to the law of the land. So sure of themselves after knowing their rights. They demand from their leaders great concerns on women and children.

I showed enthusiasm in assuring that the concerns and issues of women are included in every aspect of the community plan. I speak for women’s needs and concerns and involved in the decision making especially on the welfare of women and children told Noraida Daud. She is involved in most community activities.

Women are more diverse in building their communities. Some are involved in backyard gardening which gives them income and food while others are joining their male counterparts in the farm. This is far beyond their domestic responsibilities.
In community activities, more women participated in community discussions and have influenced in the formulation of community plans particularly the Disaster Preparedness Plan. ZCE