Gender and Development (GAD)

The Gender and Development (GAD) Office of the PLP promotes a safe, inclusive, respectful, and gender-responsive academic community. It supports programs and initiatives that advance gender equality, prevent discrimination, and protect all members of the University from gender-based violence and harassment.

This page provides access to important GAD-related laws, policies, and guidelines, including:

• Republic Act No. 11313 – Safe Spaces Act

• Sangguniang Panlungsod Ordinance No. 16, Series of 2024 – Ordinance Localizing the Safe Spaces Act within the City of Pasig and Providing Penalties for Violation

• CHED Memorandum Order No. 03, Series of 2022 – Guidelines on Gender-Based Sexual Harassment in Higher Education Institutions

These references serve as guides for promoting awareness, preventing gender-based sexual harassment, and fostering a safe, respectful, and gender-responsive University community.