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Overview

The Gender and Development (GAD) Center was established pursuant to Republic Act 7192 (an Act Promoting the Integration of Women as Full and Equal Partners of Men in Development and Nation Building and for other Purposes) and the Memorandum Circular of the National Commission on the Role of Filipino Women (NCRFW), the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) and the Dept. of Budget and Management (DBM) to implement the Philippine Plan for Gender Responsive Development 1995-2025; and to institutionalize the Institute’s commitment to mainstream gender and development in its policies and programs.

Mission

To serve as the support structure for the efficient and effective mainstreaming of gender plans, programs, and activities into the areas of instruction, research, extension, and production in the Institute and the local community for the advancement of RA 7192.

Objective

• To make gender equality intrinsic in all programs and policies of the Institute;
• To develop and implement plans, programs, and activities (PPAs) that will advance the GAD perspective among the Institute constituents; To promote GAD sensitivity and awareness within 草莓视频官网-IIT through training workshops and seminars
• To promote interventions and affirmative actions/programs for women constituents; and
• To integrate the delivery of GAD-related projects and activities in the delivery of extension services in the community.
• To ensure equal access, opportunities, and participation for all, regardless of gender or disability (PWD), by mainstreaming gender perspectives and addressing specific needs through policies, programs, and projects.

Key Services

Information, Education, & Communication (IEC) Services

Integration of GAD into the Curriculum/Academic Subjects

Conduct of Research Studies and Extension Projects and activities addressing gender issues

Establishment of a Genderized Database

Holistic health and wellness activities in the Institute

Community development extension services.

Advocacy Campaigns

Conduct awareness campaigns on gender sensitivity and disability rights.

Gender Sensitivity Training

Workshops for educators, employees, and public servants on unconscious bias and inclusive behavior.

Peer Support and Counseling Services

Safe spaces and mental health support for victims of gender-based violence or discrimination.