Mandaluyong Gender and Development

🎥 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 | This Pride Month, we celebrate more than identity, we celebrate love, dignity, and as part of this commitment, Mandaluyong City proudly launches the Right to Care Card or Mandaluyong City Health Proxy Card, a city initiative that advances equality, inclusion, and the recognition of diverse families. 🌈💙

This is what Pride is about in Mandaluyong creating a community where everyone is seen, valued, and given equal opportunities to care for and support one another.

📢 Official dates and guidelines on when and how to apply will be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates from the Gender and Development Department.

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𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒: In line with the celebration of Pride Month, a special meeting and consultation were held on June 11, 2026, at the Sangguniang Panlungsod Session Hall in preparation for the implementation of the Mandaluyong City Right to Care Card or the Health Care Proxy Program.

Present during the meeting were representatives from the Gender and Development (GAD) Department, led by Department Head 𝐌𝐬. 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐲 𝐔𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐢 together with 𝐌𝐬. 𝐑𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚, 𝐌𝐬. 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨, and 𝐌𝐬. 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐨; Rainbow Tigers represented by 𝐌𝐫. 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐥𝐯𝐚; the Public Information Office (PIO) headed by Department Head 𝐌𝐫. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐜𝐨 together with 𝐌𝐫. 𝐑𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐞 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐬; the Information Technology (IT) Department led by Department Head 𝐌𝐬. 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐔𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐢 together with 𝐌𝐫. 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐞𝐥 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐞 and 𝐌𝐬. 𝐉𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐄𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐨; 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐲. 𝐉𝐢𝐜𝐨 𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐚 from the Legal Department; 𝐌𝐬. 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐆𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞, Legislative Staff Officer from the Office of Coun. Charisse Abalos-Vargas; and the Mandaluyong City Medical Center (MCMC) led by Director 𝐃𝐫. 𝐂𝐞𝐬𝐚𝐫 𝐓𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐚𝐧 together with Administrator 𝐌𝐫. 𝐀𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐒. 𝐁𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐜.

Through open dialogue and collaboration, the group discussed the policies, systems, and procedures needed to make the program accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the diverse realities of our community. The proposed Right to Care Program seeks to uphold a simple but powerful principle: everyone deserves the right to choose a trusted person who can speak for them in health care decisions when they are unable to do so themselves.

This initiative reflects Mandaluyong’s continuing commitment to equality, inclusion, and patient-centered care. It is a step toward a city where people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions can feel safe, affirmed, and supported not only during Pride Month, but every day.

With the continued support of the Office of the Mayor, Office of the Vice Mayor, and the Sangguniang Panlungsod, the City Government of Mandaluyong remains dedicated to building a community grounded in respect, compassion, and shared humanity.

𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗫𝗬 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗚

Aprubado na ng 13th City Council ng Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Mandaluyong ang City Ordinance No. 1048, S-2026 o ang Healthcare Proxy Ordinance noong Mayo 19, 2026, na naglalayong magbigay ng karapatan o Right-to-Care sa LGBTQIA+ at common-law partners upang magkaroon ng legal na representasyon at pagdedesisyon kaugnay ng usaping medikal ng kanilang partner.

Sa kasalukuyan, isinasagawa na ang pagbuo ng Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) upang masiguro ang maayos, ligtas, at inklusibong implementasyon ng naturang ordinansa sa lungsod.

Umantabay at mag-follow sa at para sa mga susunod na updates.

𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗫𝗬 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗚

Aprubado na ng 12th City Council ng Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Mandaluyong ang City Ordinance No. 1048, S-2026 o ang Healthcare Proxy Ordinance noong Mayo 19, 2026, na naglalayong magbigay ng karapatan o Right-to-Care sa LGBTQIA+ at common-law partners upang magkaroon ng legal na representasyon at pagdedesisyon kaugnay ng usaping medikal ng kanilang partner.

Sa kasalukuyan, isinasagawa na ang pagbuo ng Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) upang masiguro ang maayos, ligtas, at inklusibong implementasyon ng naturang ordinansa sa lungsod.

Umantabay at mag-follow sa at para sa mga susunod na updates.

𝐀 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐠 💐

Today, we honor and celebrate the women whose love knows no limits, whose strength uplifts every family, and whose sacrifices though often unseen are the very foundation of every home across Mandaluyong City. 🌸

𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨; 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙤𝙪𝙡 𝙤𝙛 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮. 💖

Maraming salamat sa inyong walang sawang pag-aaruga, pag-unawa, at pagmamahal na patuloy na nagiging ilaw ng bawat tahanan at inspirasyon ng ating buong komunidad. Sa bawat yakap, bawat payo na puno ng pag-asa, at bawat sakripisyong tahimik ninyong iniaalay, kayo ang tunay na haligi ng ating lipunan. ✨

Nawa’y sa araw na ito at sa lahat ng mga bukas na darating maramdaman ninyo kung gaano kayo kahalaga, kamahal, at kahanga-hanga. Ang inyong liwanag ang nagbibigay-buhay sa ating lungsod.

𝐓𝐨 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧̃𝐚 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐬, 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 🌷

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒: On April 28, 2026, the Mandaluyong City Committee on Anti-Trafficking and Violence Against Women and Children (MCCAT-VAWC) convened for a Special Meeting to discuss key updates, operational developments, and collaborative efforts in addressing violence against women and children (VAWC) in the city.

The meeting highlighted updates on the operations of the City Protection Center (CPC) by the City Social Welfare and Development (CSWD), as well as the process flow of the Mandaluyong City Medical Center in handling and referring victims of violence and abuse for integration into the CPC Manual of Operations. Infrastructure developments, including the construction of the CPC fence and gate, and the proposed Phase III roofing and improvements, were also presented by the City Planning and Development Department (CPDD) and the Engineering Department.

Discussions also covered the upcoming Functionality Assessment for Performance Year 2025, pressing issues affecting women, and updates on interventions for VAWC cases. Furthermore, programs, projects, and activities aimed at the prevention of violence against women and support for victims were reviewed, alongside plans for future collaborations and partnerships.

The meeting served as a vital platform for strengthening coordination among agencies, ensuring that policies, programs, and services remain responsive, inclusive, and aligned with the City Government’s commitment to protect and empower women and vulnerable sectors.

With the continued support of the Office of the Mayor, Office of the Vice Mayor, and the Sangguniang Panlungsod, the City Government of Mandaluyong reaffirms its dedication to promoting a safe, inclusive, and gender-responsive community for all.

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒: On April 21, 2026, the Gender and Development (GAD) Focal Point System, Mandaluyong City Committee on Anti-Trafficking and Violence Against Women and Children (MCCAT-VAWC), and the Local Council of Women (LCW) convened for their 2nd Quarterly Meeting to discuss and address key concerns raised by participating offices and representatives.

The meeting served as a strategic platform to identify priority issues, share updates, and ensure that stakeholder inputs are thoroughly considered reinforcing the City Government’s commitment to inclusive governance and gender-responsive programs.

Under the guidance of Ms. Pinky Umali, City GAD Focal Person and Head of the Mandaluyong City GAD Department, and Ms. Roxana M. Adricula, Head of the Technical Working Group of the GAD Focal Point System, the session strengthened inter-agency coordination and collaboration.

With the continued support of the Office of the Mayor, Office of the Vice Mayor, and the Sangguniang Panlungsod, the City Government of Mandaluyong reaffirms its commitment to advancing women’s rights and promoting an equitable and inclusive community for all.

𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐫, 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐥.

On April 17, 2019, Republic Act No. 11313 or the Safe Spaces Act was enacted to address gender-based sexual harassment in public settings, workplaces, schools, and online platforms. It strengthens protection mechanisms and promotes a culture of accountability and respect in every setting.

Seven years later, the call remains the same. Makibahagi, manindigan, at kumilos. Together, let us make safe spaces a daily reality for all.

To know more about the Safe Spaces Act, visit: http://pcw.gov.ph/faq-republic-act-no-11313