The Magna Carta of Women (Republic Act No. 9710) defines Gender and Development Program (GAD) as the development perspective and process that is participatory and empowering, equitable, sustainable, free from violence, respectful of human rights, supportive of self-determination and actualization of human potentials.
International Mandates
1. United Nation Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (UN CEDAW)
2. International Bill of Rights of Women
3. Beijing Platform (BPFA) 1995
4. Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) for Action
5. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
National Mandates
1. 1987 Philippine Constitution
2. Laws on Gender Mainstreaming Enacted by Congress:
• Republic Act No. 7192 (1992) Women in Development and Nation Building Act
• General Appropriations Act (GAA)
• Republic Act No. 9710 (2009) Magna Carta of Women
GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT NEWS AND ACTIVITIES
GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT NEWS AND ACTIVITIES
ISUFST’s Gender and Localization-Based Presentations Shines at ISSHCON 2025
The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) made a comprehensive showing at the 2nd International Social Sciences and Humanities Conference (ISSHCON 2025) held on August 13–16 at the Metrocentre Hotel, according to Dr. Francisco Magno, Director of the De La Salle University (DLSU) Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance (JRIG). Dr. Magno, […]
ISUFST Hosts Gender and Anti-Sexual Harassment Awareness Conversations
The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) conducted a gender and anti-sexual harassment awareness seminar this Friday, August 1, 2025, at Grand Xing Imperial Hotel, Iloilo City. The activity aimed to empower faculty and staff with essential knowledge on gender sensitivity and Republic Act 7877, also known as the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act […]
ISUFST Empowers Non-Teaching Staff Through G.R.I.T. for Service Training-Retreat
The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) successfully concluded its three-day training and reorientation program titled “GRIT for Service 2025: A Training-Retreat Toward an Ethical, Resilient, and People-Centered Work Culture” held July 16-18, 2025. at Almadria Highland Resort in Talisay City, Negros Occidental. The retreat gathered 237 non-teaching staff, directors, faculty with […]
CPD, DOH, ISUFST Launch AHlam Na! 3.0 to Boost Adolescent Health Literacy
At the core of AHlam Na! 3.0 is a simple yet powerful idea: meet young people where they are online and equip them with the knowledge to make informed choices about their health and well-being. Launched this Friday morning, June 20, by the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) Region VI, together with the […]
IT Seminar on Cybersecurity and Gender Equality: Breaking Barriers, Empowering Communities, and Securing the Digital Future
Main Poblacion Site, ISUFST – March 7, 2025 – The GAD Director delivered a lecture on sexual harassment to BSIT IV students of ISUFST – Main Poblacion Site. The lecture focused on understanding boundaries, recognizing inappropriate behavior, and promoting safe, inclusive environments. Education is key to prevention and open discussions empower individuals to stand up […]
ISUFST Celebrating National Women’s Month
March 3, 2025, we officially launched the celebration of National Women’s Month, a time to honor the strength, resilience, and achievements of women in all walks of life! This year’s theme, ‘Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas’, reminds us of the continuous journey towards inclusivity, empowerment, and breaking barriers for women […]
ISUFST’s Gender and Localization-Based Presentations Shines at ISSHCON 2025
The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) made a comprehensive showing at the 2nd International Social Sciences and Humanities Conference (ISSHCON 2025) held on August 13–16 at the Metrocentre Hotel, according to Dr. Francisco Magno, Director of the De La Salle University (DLSU) Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance (JRIG). Dr. Magno, […]
ISUFST Hosts Gender and Anti-Sexual Harassment Awareness Conversations
The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) conducted a gender and anti-sexual harassment awareness seminar this Friday, August 1, 2025, at Grand Xing Imperial Hotel, Iloilo City. The activity aimed to empower faculty and staff with essential knowledge on gender sensitivity and Republic Act 7877, also known as the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act […]
ISUFST Empowers Non-Teaching Staff Through G.R.I.T. for Service Training-Retreat
The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) successfully concluded its three-day training and reorientation program titled “GRIT for Service 2025: A Training-Retreat Toward an Ethical, Resilient, and People-Centered Work Culture” held July 16-18, 2025. at Almadria Highland Resort in Talisay City, Negros Occidental. The retreat gathered 237 non-teaching staff, directors, faculty with […]
CPD, DOH, ISUFST Launch AHlam Na! 3.0 to Boost Adolescent Health Literacy
At the core of AHlam Na! 3.0 is a simple yet powerful idea: meet young people where they are online and equip them with the knowledge to make informed choices about their health and well-being. Launched this Friday morning, June 20, by the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) Region VI, together with the […]
IT Seminar on Cybersecurity and Gender Equality: Breaking Barriers, Empowering Communities, and Securing the Digital Future
Main Poblacion Site, ISUFST – March 7, 2025 – The GAD Director delivered a lecture on sexual harassment to BSIT IV students of ISUFST – Main Poblacion Site. The lecture focused on understanding boundaries, recognizing inappropriate behavior, and promoting safe, inclusive environments. Education is key to prevention and open discussions empower individuals to stand up […]
ISUFST Celebrating National Women’s Month
March 3, 2025, we officially launched the celebration of National Women’s Month, a time to honor the strength, resilience, and achievements of women in all walks of life! This year’s theme, ‘Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas’, reminds us of the continuous journey towards inclusivity, empowerment, and breaking barriers for women […]
GAD VISION
• ISUFST – GAD envisions a gender-inclusive and gender-responsive academic community
GAD MISSION
• ISUFST – GAD commits to mainstreaming gender and development in all programs of the University that advocate gender equality, social justice and women empowerment.
GAD GOALS
1. Gender-responsive Academic Programs
a. To capacitate faculty members with GAD-related seminars, training, and conferences;
b. To integrate GAD and UN SDGs in academic curricula.
2. Gender-responsive Research and Extension Programs
a. To capacitate faculty with GAD training to conduct gender-responsive research and extension projects;
b. To conduct gender-related researches that address existing gender issues in the academe and the community;
c. To implement policies and programs that offer equal protection for men and women.
d. To develop and use new technologies to improve gender equality.
3. Efficient Mechanisms and Administrative Support Systems for GAD
a. To strengthen the GFPS to drive better gender equality efforts across the university and ensure compliance with gender-related laws.
b. To empower the Committee on Decorum and Investigation to ensure a more robust system for upholding standards.
4. Gender-sensitive and Gender-responsive Student Body
a. To capacitate students with GAD training to foster a learning environment that is inclusive and respectful of all genders.
Main Tiwi Campus
LENIROSE B. MONDERO, DRDev
Director, Gender and Development
Email: isufstgad@isufst.edu.ph
KRISTIN JOIE B. GULMATICO
GAD Secretary
Email: isufstgad@isufst.edu.ph
Main Poblacion Campus
ROSCELLE E. DE VERA, MHM
GAD Coordinator
Email: gadpob@isufst.edu.ph
Dingle Campus
FEBE JANE ILISAN – SALES, RGC
GAD Coordinator
Email: gadoffice_dinglecampus@isufst.edu.ph
Dumangas Campus
SUSAN D. ESTOLOGA
GAD Coordinator
Email: GADdumangas@isufst.edu.ph
San Enrique Campus
JERLIE MAE L. PANES
GAD Coordinator
Email: isufstgadsec@gmail.com
GAD VISION
• ISUFST – GAD envisions a gender-inclusive and gender-responsive academic community
GAD MISSION
• ISUFST – GAD commits to mainstreaming gender and development in all programs of the University that advocate gender equality, social justice and women empowerment.
GAD GOALS
1. Gender-responsive Academic Programs
Main Tiwi Campus
LENIROSE B. MONDERO, DRDev
Director, Gender and Development
Email: isufstgad@isufst.edu.ph
KRISTIN JOIE B. GULMATICO
GAD Secretary
Email: isufstgad@isufst.edu.ph
Main Poblacion Campus
ROSCELLE E. DE VERA, MHM
GAD Coordinator
Email: gadpob@isufst.edu.ph
Dingle Campus
FEBE JANE ILISAN – SALES, RGC
GAD Coordinator
Email: gadoffice_dinglecampus@isufst.edu.ph
Dumangas Campus
SUSAN D. ESTOLOGA
GAD Coordinator
Email: GADdumangas@isufst.edu.ph
San Enrique Campus
JERLIE MAE L. PANES
GAD Coordinator
Email: isufstgadsec@gmail.com
