GAD-Related Laws
The key Philippine laws and international commitments that guide the University’s gender and development work, advocacy, and awareness efforts.
Magna Carta of Women
A comprehensive women’s human rights law that seeks to eliminate discrimination against women and is the primary basis for gender mainstreaming and the GAD plan and budget in government.
Women in Development and Nation Building Act
Ensures women’s full and equal participation in development and their fair share in its benefits.
Safe Spaces Act
Promotes safe streets, public spaces, workplaces, and educational institutions free from gender-based harassment.
Anti-Sexual Harassment Act
Declares sexual harassment unlawful in employment, education, and training environments.
Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act
Protects women and their children from physical, sexual, psychological, and economic abuse.
Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act
Institutes policies to eliminate trafficking in persons, especially women and children (as amended by RA 10364).
Anti-Rape Law
Reclassifies rape as a crime against persons and expands its legal definition.
Solo Parents’ Welfare Act
Provides benefits and support services for solo parents and their children.
105-Day Expanded Maternity Leave Law
Grants extended paid maternity leave to working mothers in the public and private sectors.
Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act
Guarantees universal access to reproductive health information and services.
Domestic Workers Act (Batas Kasambahay)
Protects the rights and welfare of domestic workers, the majority of whom are women.
Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women
The international bill of rights for women; the Philippines is a state party committed to its principles.
This page is a plain-language reference for awareness and advocacy. For the full and official text of each law, please refer to the Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines. Descriptions are summaries and not legal advice.