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21 Μαρ 2024 · Violence against women and children (VAWC) is a pervasive issue that affects numerous lives across the Philippines. This phenomenon encompasses a wide range of abusive behaviors aimed at women and their children, including but not limited to physical, sexual, psychological, and economic abuse.
The primary statute addressing domestic violence in the Philippines is Republic Act No. 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 (" VAWC Act ") and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR).
Violence against women in the Philippines includes different forms of gender-based violence. The term "violence against women" is "the word or concept (that) has been used in a broad, inclusive manner to encompass verbal abuse, intimidation, physical harassment, homicide, sexual assault, and rape." [1] This form of violence is gender-biased.
8 Μαρ 2004 · A Philippine law aims to protect women and children from violence and threats to their safety and security, defining various acts of violence and providing penalties, protection orders, and support services for victims.
The primary statute addressing domestic violence in the Philippines is Republic Act No. 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 ("VAWC Act") and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR). The VAWC Act was enacted to address violence committed against women and their children in keeping with the fundamental ...
Many women and children in the Philippines suffer multiple types of violence. The multiple negative sequelae of this violence can be long-lasting throughout the lifespan and across generations as well as impacting on individuals, relationships, communities, and broader society.
This report is an assessment of the implementation of Republic Act 9262, or the Anti-Violence against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. Issues and difficulties encountered by women and their lawyers in using the law to protect women from violence are discussed.
