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What is Gender and Development?

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.

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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)

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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

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GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT NEWS AND ACTIVITIES

GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT NEWS AND ACTIVITIES

IT Seminar on Cybersecurity and Gender Equality: Breaking Barriers, Empowering Communities, and Securing the Digital Future

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

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 and DLSU wrap up SDG Policy Workshop with Future Policy Forum

ISUFST and DLSU wrap up SDG Policy Workshop with Future Policy Forum

Janiuay, Iloilo–The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST), in collaboration with De La Salle University (DLSU) J. Robredo Institute of Governance, successfully concluded the three-day seminar-workshop “Shaping Inclusive Futures: An Action Plan for ISUFST’s SDG Policy Center” on December 28, 2024, at Damires Hills Tierra Verde Leisure Farm.   The final day […]

ISUFST and DLSU Explore Inclusive SDG-Based Local Laws on Day 2

ISUFST and DLSU Explore Inclusive SDG-Based Local Laws on Day 2

The second day of the training workshop, “Shaping Inclusive Futures: An Action Plan for ISUFST’s SDG Policy Center,” featured compelling discussions and strategic planning for addressing gender equality and child protection policies. Hosted by the Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) in collaboration with De La Salle University (DLSU) J. Robredo Institute […]

2 ISUFST Faculty Lead Training on Gender Roles, Professional Boundaries with 120 Passi City Educators

2 ISUFST Faculty Lead Training on Gender Roles, Professional Boundaries with 120 Passi City Educators

The Schools Division Office (SDO) of Passi City successfully conducted a training workshop titled “Respect, Responsibility, and Boundaries: A GAD Approach to Professional Success” on November 29, 2024, at the Nine Suite Business Hotel in Poblacion, Passi City. The event, attended by 120 division personnel, school heads, supervisors, and wellness advocates, was led by faculty […]

IT Seminar on Cybersecurity and Gender Equality: Breaking Barriers, Empowering Communities, and Securing the Digital Future

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

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 and DLSU wrap up SDG Policy Workshop with Future Policy Forum

ISUFST and DLSU wrap up SDG Policy Workshop with Future Policy Forum

Janiuay, Iloilo–The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST), in collaboration with De La Salle University (DLSU) J. Robredo Institute of Governance, successfully concluded the three-day seminar-workshop “Shaping Inclusive Futures: An Action Plan for ISUFST’s SDG Policy Center” on December 28, 2024, at Damires Hills Tierra Verde Leisure Farm.   The final day […]

ISUFST and DLSU Explore Inclusive SDG-Based Local Laws on Day 2

ISUFST and DLSU Explore Inclusive SDG-Based Local Laws on Day 2

The second day of the training workshop, “Shaping Inclusive Futures: An Action Plan for ISUFST’s SDG Policy Center,” featured compelling discussions and strategic planning for addressing gender equality and child protection policies. Hosted by the Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) in collaboration with De La Salle University (DLSU) J. Robredo Institute […]

2 ISUFST Faculty Lead Training on Gender Roles, Professional Boundaries with 120 Passi City Educators

2 ISUFST Faculty Lead Training on Gender Roles, Professional Boundaries with 120 Passi City Educators

The Schools Division Office (SDO) of Passi City successfully conducted a training workshop titled “Respect, Responsibility, and Boundaries: A GAD Approach to Professional Success” on November 29, 2024, at the Nine Suite Business Hotel in Poblacion, Passi City. The event, attended by 120 division personnel, school heads, supervisors, and wellness advocates, was led by faculty […]

Mission, Vision & Goals

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.

 
Mission, Vision & Goals

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.
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ISUFST

The first and only State University of Fisheries in the Philippines
Contact Information
 

 09176246100

(33) 511 5663

president@isufst.edu.ph

 Barangay Tiwi, Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo