Gender and Development
Promoting gender-responsive governance and inclusive programs for all residents of Mandaluyong City through data-driven policy and legislative action.
What is GAD?
Gender and Development (GAD) is a framework that ensures gender equality is integrated into all aspects of governance, programs, and services.
GAD Framework
Gender and Development is a development approach that recognizes the different needs and realities of men, women, and marginalized sectors in governance and policymaking.
Republic Act 9710
The Magna Carta of Women mandates all LGUs to implement GAD programs and allocate at least 5% of their total budget to gender-responsive initiatives.
GAD Focal Point
The GAD Focal Point System is the institutional mechanism within LGUs for coordinating gender mainstreaming across all departments and programs.
GAD in Mandaluyong
The Sangguniang Panlungsod integrates GAD perspectives into local legislation, ensuring inclusive services and equitable resource distribution for all residents.
Mandaluyong City GAD Statistics
Gender and Development data for Mandaluyong City
Livelihood Skills Training for Senior Citizens
City Streetlights Program;
City Protection Center for Women, Children, and LGBTs;
Project TEACH (Therapy, Education, and Assimilation of Children with Handicap);
Sagip BALISA Program;
Nutrition Program for MNICYF;
Augmentation of Newborn Screening Kits;
Lecture on Maternal Health;
Lecture on Essential Newborn and Infant Care, Breastfeeding, and Complementary Feeding;
Family Planning Program;
Personal Safety Lessons Program;
Seminar on the Implementation of Aruga at Kalinga ng Mga Bata sa Barangay;
Milk Letting Activity Program in Every Barangay;
Extensive Lectures During the Prenatal, Perinatal, and Postnatal Periods and/or Confinement of Pregnant Women in Health Institutions;
Operationalization of the Makabata Helpline 1383;
Operationalization of the Local Council for the Protection of Children (LCPC) and Barangay Councils for the Protection of Children (BCPC); and
Lecture on STI, HIV, and AIDS.
Seminar on Laws Against Trafficking in Persons and Other Related Laws;
Seminar for Barangay VAWC Desk Officers and Barangay Captains; and
Self-Defense Training for Women
Seminar for Drivers and Housewives on the Effects of Air Pollution and Capacity Building for Strengthening GAD Advocacies; and
Coaching and Distribution of Soil, Seedlings, and Mobile Vertical Grow Systems.
Women’s Month Health Fair (Women, Elderly, and BJMP Female Inmates);
Training of Sexual and Reproductive Health Service Providers on the Provision of Holistic Sexual and Reproductive Health Education and Support; and
Seminar on Comprehensive Sexuality Education for Peer Educators and Teachers Handling Adolescents in the Community and Schools (e.g., SHAPE-A, HYO), Focusing on Puberty, Reproductive System, Menstruation, Gender and Health, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), HIV, Reproduction, and Responsibility.
Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES);
TESDA Skills Training Program; and
Livelihood Trainings (Powdered Soap Making, Dishwashing Liquid Making, Fabric Softener Making, Cosmetology, Reflexology Massage, and Manicure and Pedicure).
Why GAD Matters
GAD is essential to building a just, equitable, and inclusive society where every individual has equal access to opportunities and resources.
Gender Equality
Ensuring equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities regardless of gender identity.
Inclusive Governance
Creating legislation and policies that consider the diverse needs of all populations.
Data-Driven Policy
Using sex-disaggregated demographic data to inform resource allocation and program design.
Women's Empowerment
Advancing women's participation in leadership, decision-making, and economic opportunities.
Protecting Vulnerable Sectors
Dedicated programs for children, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ community.
Budget Accountability
Transparent allocation and utilization of the GAD budget as mandated by Philippine law.