Usapang Human Development episode 2: Preventing Violence against Children
April 26, 2020
Watch the episode live on Tuesday, April 28, 9:00 a.m. (PST) at fb.com/PLCPD1989.
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Usapang Human Development pilot episode: Food and Nutrition Security
April 22, 2020
Watch the episode live on Thursday, April 23, 9:00 a.m. (PST) at fb.com/PLCPD1989.
Pagpupugay sa frontliners sa laban sa Covid-19
April 9, 2020
A 100%-smokefree environment will reduce people’s vulnerability to Covid-19
April 8, 2020
The Philippine Legislators’ Committee on Population and Development (PLCPD) joins health authorities in urging smokers and vapers to quit now, commends local government units (LGUs) who have banned and are moving to ban the sale and use of tobacco products during the Luzon-wide enhanced community quarantine that was prompted by the Covid-19 pandemic, and urges […]
Addressing women’s needs in Covid-19 response is imperative
March 31, 2020
As National Women’s Month comes to an end, let us reflect on our commitment to ensure that women’s rights are respected at all times, especially now that the world is battling the Covid-19 pandemic. This public health crisis has exposed staggering inequalities in society. Among these is gender equality, which places women and girls at […]
STATEMENT: Don’t overlook the needs of the elderly, children during the enhanced community quarantine
March 30, 2020
It has been two weeks since the imposition of an enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in Luzon, with some local government units (LGUs) declaring extreme ECQ in some areas. Work, school, and public transportation have been suspended in an effort to keep people safe inside their homes. Within this period, the public observed and initiated efforts […]
STATEMENT: Covid-19 pandemic a reminder that closing the gap should be a priority
March 17, 2020
In the current public health emergency of Covid-19 outbreak marked by an atmosphere of fear, panic, and confusion, there is one reality that becomes clearer, more visible, and more real every day: there is a wide gap between the rich and the poor. In a time of crisis, when everyone is vulnerable, the poor is […]
Job announcement: Advocacy and Partnerships Officer
March 11, 2020
Posting date: 10 March 2020 Closing date: 23 March 2020 The Philippine Legislators’ Committee on Population and Development Foundation, Inc. (PLCPD) is looking for individuals who are interested to work full-time as advocacy and partnerships officer. The advocacy and partnerships officer will be assigned to handle advocacy for multiple issues related to human development, particularly […]
STATEMENT: Be #GirlDefenders, end the cycle of violence against women and girls
March 8, 2020
March 8 marks the celebration of International Women’s Day. Although there have been many improvements since the day was first commemorated, there are still a lot of gaps that need to be addressed. In the Philippines, one such important gap is violence against women and girls, a largely unheard of or neglected problem. The country […]