As we celebrate Women’s Month this March, we take a look at the gender divide within Philippine politics. The Philippines ranked 17th worldwide and 3rd in Asia in terms of political empowerment ...

MANILA, Philippines — Despite Philippines’ good standing in terms of gender equality, a deficit in women’s political representation in the country Despite Philippines’ good standing in ...

A novel Philippine Commission on Elections resolution targeting discriminatory campaign behaviour is an important step in ...

In Philippine politics, we have seen two significant women whose careers were redefined by the demise of their spouses: former president Corazon Aquino and current Vice President Maria Leonor Robredo.

In response to a question about the role of women in the revolution and in Philippine politics, Aquino quipped, "My favorite song is ‘Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Better.'" Each week for " Throwback ...

As Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte prepared for his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, his third since assuming power in 2016, protesters took to the streets in and around Manila ...

Women’s political participation is a fundamental factor for gender equality and development as it facilitates their direct engagement in public policy and decision-making.

Women are active participants in Philippine politics and all levels of governance as well as socioeconomic, cultural and recreational activities. In many households, women are the main breadwinners.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday announced her “irrevocable resignation” from the country’s ruling party due to “political toxicity,” adding to the intrigue that has ...

Most Asian women who have emerged as presidents or prime ministers have prominent political ties — from Indira Gandhi in India to South Korea's Park Geun-hye and Corazon Aquino in the Philippines.