Marcos: Set respect as norm in protecting women's rights

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. on Tuesday called on the public to set respect as the norm in protecting the rights and welfare of women in society. 

Marcos made the remark in line with the observance of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW), which reminds the nation that protecting women's rights and promoting their welfare should be considered as a perpetual mission and advocacy.

''When we secure their peace and happiness, we create conditions that allow them to realize their full potential- a necessary requisite for our nation to truly grow and flourish,'' Marcos said in his message. 

''To every citizen, leader, and public servant, let us strive to protect and listen to every woman, ensuring she feels and knows she is always safe, heard, and supported. I urge all our fellow citizens to set respect as the norm, make consent an everyday practice, challenge words and habits that harm, and lead with fairness, so that all may live in a harmonious and dignified society,'' he added.

The President ensured that the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) remains committed to upholding women's rights and empowerment in the country. 

He said that through engaging institutions and the public in campaigns, the PCW becomes ''the steadfast and dependable authority in enforcing laws and policies that champion equality and justice in our society.''

''Your constancy encourages systems to be more humane and accountable, assuring every Filipina that her country resolutely stands with her,'' Marcos said. —RF, GMA Integrated News