October 15, 2012
“This is the product of our support for the various Schools of Living Traditions (SLTs) and weaving communities in the country. We will showcase the artistry of our indigenous peoples in this exhibition that aims not only to reveal skill and expertise but also to open better opportunities for our IPs as we bring the culture and tradition they nurture closer to every Filipino,”
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October 15, 2012
“Women and girls account for 52% of the world’s population. Over 100 million of which are affected by disasters annually,”
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October 15, 2012
Senate Session Hall;Last October 13, the world celebrated the International Day for Disaster Reduction. Allow me to highlight the theme of this year’s celebration: Women & Girls – The [in]Visible Force of Resilience.
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October 14, 2012
“Let us give peace a chance. Let us explore all possibilities within the bounds of our national sovereignty to achieve the long-elusive peace in Mindanao,”
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October 10, 2012
“Despite bearing the brunt of disasters, women have been silently and effectively at the frontline of disaster prevention and climate change adaptation efforts,”
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