Confront inequalities faced by women Marcos

Lamenting that inequalities and disparities involving women still persist, President Marcos yesterday called on Filipinos to help in attaining a more inclusive society.

- HELEN FLORES

In his message on the observance of International Women's Day, Marcos acknowledged the invaluable role that women play in society that drives progress.

"In an age marked by rapid growth and transformation, it is imperative for the global community to honor the incalculable worth of women's contributions across all facets of society and sustain the gains that have emerged from their countless struggles and sacrifices," he said.

He also called for an end to the violence and discrimination continuously faced by women.

"Yet, within our relentless pursuit of progress, we must confront the inequalities and disparities that still persist. By ending gender-based violence, discrimination and biases that cast shadows over the realization of women's dreams, we actively engage in a mission that nurtures equity, inclusion and empowerment," Marcos said.