Au Quilala

Lead like the babaylans, Filipinas!

March 8, 2026

As an organization of national leaders, PLCPD believes in the vital role of women to advancing human development, peace, and security, and these aspirations are unattainable without their leadership.

We embody this kind of leadership by walking the talk—aligning our actions with our principles and creating spaces where everyone can grow, express their ideas, meaningfully participate, and thrive in an environment that stands firmly against all forms of discrimination and violence against women and girls.

Job Announcement: Finance Assistant

August 26, 2025

Deadline for submission of applications: 15 September 2025 PLCPD is looking for a Finance Assistant to support its Finance Unit in managing daily tasks. Functions: Qualifications: Interested applicants may send their application letter and CV to plcpdfound@plcpd.org.ph with the email subject “Job Application: Finance Assistant.” Address your communication to Ms. Aurora Quilala, Executive Director. The deadline for submission […]

𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐂𝐒𝐄) 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 – 𝐏𝐮𝐥𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚

August 7, 2025

Seventy-three (73%) percent of Filipinos are in favor of teaching concepts of sexuality, sexual health, and family planning in schools in an age-appropriate and culturally sensitive manner to help students make responsible and informed choices. This is what a Pulse Asia survey conducted in the last week of March 2025 showed. “We should not underestimate […]

Breaking Down the 2025 Budget for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR)

April 30, 2025

How much does the national government allocate for reproductive health?

This fact sheet provides a snapshot of the budget allocations for critical SRHR programs and services, including family planning, maternal health, adolescent pregnancy prevention, and the implementation of the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health (RPRH) Law.

PLCPD and Rep. Jaye Lacson-Noel host women’s forum in Malabon City

March 24, 2025

The Philippine Legislators’ Committee on Population and Development (PLCPD), in partnership with the Office of Rep. Jaye Lacson-Noel, the organization’s Chair for the House of Representatives, joined Women’s Fair 2025 by organizing a women’s forum on March 20 at Barangay Longos. The event highlighted women’s vital role in shaping society. PLCPD Deputy Executive Director Au […]

Lifting the women who lift us: Accelerating action for Filipino women in all sectors

March 7, 2025

This International Women’s Day 2025, let us commit to accelerating action for gender equality—not just in words, but in concrete policies, programs, and actions. Together, we can ensure that every Filipino woman can live, work, and lead with dignity.

Because a better Philippines is only possible when we lift the women who build it.

Job announcement: Advocacy and Partnerships Officer

February 28, 2025

Date of posting: 28 February 2025 Deadline for submission of applications: 21 March 2025 PLCPD is looking for an individual who is interested to work full-time as Advocacy and Partnerships Officer (APO). Main Functions of the Advocacy and Partnerships Officer:  Qualifications Interested applicants may send their CV and letter of application to plcpdfound@plcpd.org.ph. Address your communication to Mr. Romeo C. […]

Statement of the Alliance of Local Legislators for Human Development (ALL4HD) in Support of the Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancy Bill or Senate Bill 1979

January 17, 2025

Local governments are at the forefront of the provision of social services. Next to the family, local governments have the impetus and are best positioned to protect children and ensure their well-being. Local governments can contribute to addressing adolescent pregnancy by enacting and implementing comprehensive adolescent reproductive health or adolescent pregnancy prevention ordinances that institutionalize sexual and reproductive health (SRH) information and services; age- and development-appropriate and culturally sensitive comprehensive sexuality education; and social protection for adolescent parents to prevent repeat unintended pregnancies, protect them from gender-based violence, and help young parents to continue their education and have access to meaningful employment.

Advancing women’s rights and adolescent health in Basilan

December 15, 2024

To mark the 12th anniversary of the Reproductive Health (RH) Law and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the Philippine Legislators’ Committee on Population and Development (PLCPD) gathered women, youth, civil society organizations, and Muslim religious leaders in Basilan on December 9 for a consultation on gaps in reproductive health and […]

Bangsamoro Parliamentarians seek to be a bridge between government and the people, form organization on population and development

December 12, 2024

Malate, Manila — A group of forward-thinking Bangsamoro Parliamentarians are launching today the Bangsamoro Parliamentarians’ Committee on Population and Development (BPCPD), a group that will champion human development legislation in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). “Amidst the transformation of the Bangsamoro towards political autonomy, there needs to be recognition of the role […]