Anchored on the theme “WE for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society: Lead like Babaylans, Filipinas!”PhilRice conducted 37 activities nationwide, with 20 directly involving farmers, cooperatives, associations, and women-led groups.
PhilRice stations localized initiatives such as learning sessions, outreach, institutional strengthening in Agusan, workplace inclusivity in Batac, youth engagement in Bicol, policy awareness in Midsayap, community-building in Los Baños, grassroots advocacy in Isabela, and women-focused wellness and capacity-building in Negros.
The institute also conducted five webinars, 11 radio guestings, and digital campaigns emphasizing women’s contributions to science and agriculture, while promoting gender mainstreaming and capacity-building. The efforts were led and coordinated by GAD Focal Person Glenda L. Kalaw.
