• National Womens Month 2026: Geronima T. Pecson Forum

    Get ready to learn from inspiring voices who will guide us through meaningful conversations at the Geronima T. Pecson Forum 2026. Anchored on the theme “ALAGHAM: Ang Babae, ang Banwa, at ang Bahura,” this year’s forum brings together distinguished speakers whose work and advocacies highlight the vital connections between women, communities, and the environment beneath.

  • Woman in Communication and Information: Dr. Bernardita R. Churchill

    For the final week of March, the UNESCO-Philippine National Commission(UNACOM) highlights women’s leadership in the Communication and Information sector by honoring the remarkable legacy of Dr. Bernardita Reyes Churchill. Dr. Churchill’s prolific life as a professor, historian, mentor, and active member of numerous professional organizations in the Philippines and abroad continues to inspire the promotion

  • Woman in Social and Human Sciences: Josefa Cariño Tauli

    For the fourth week of March, the UNESCO-Philippine National Commission (UNACOM) highlights women’s LEADership in the Social and Human Sciences sector through the voice of an Indigenous youth from the Cordillera region. Josefa Cariño Tauli exemplifies transformative leadership through her work in biocultural diversity conservation, grassroots initiatives for Indigenous youth, and advocacy for social-ecological justice,

  • Woman in Education and Culture: Dr. Eva Marie Codamon-Dugyon

    The UNESCO-Philippine National Commission (UNACOM) travels to the hills of Ifugao to highlight the remarkable contributions and achievements of women LEADership in the Culture sector. Dr. Eva Marie Codamon-Dugyon’s journey reflects a lifelong commitment to leadership, education, and cultural stewardship. From her academic years to her professional career, she has consistently demonstrated excellence while remaining

  • Woman in Science: Angelique Morato Songco

    The UNESCO National Commission of the Philippines (UNACOM) dives deep into the waters at the heart of the Sulu Sea to honor women’s LEADership in the Natural Sciences Sector. For more than two decades, Angelique Morato Songco, fondly known as Mama Ranger, has led a team of park rangers in safeguarding the marine biodiversity of

  • Woman in Education: Geronima Tomelden Pecson

    For the first week of March, the UNESCO-Philippine National Commission (UNACOM) proudly highlights women’s LEADership in the Education sector. Rising beyond the stigma that Filipino women were destined solely for domestic roles, former Senator Geronima T. Pecson authored Republic Act No. 621 (S. 1951), the law that established UNACOM. Through this landmark legislation, she not

  • Women’s Month Celebration

    In support of Women’s Month, UNACOM wears purple on Wednesdays. The color purple symbolizes justice and dignity, aligning with the month’s theme of “WE for Gender Equality and Inlusive Society”, according to the Philippine Commission on Women.

  • 2025 National Women’s Month

    The UNESCO-Philippine National Commission joins the celebration of the 2025 National Women’s Month, with its sub-theme, “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas.” The 2025 celebration aims to reflect our resolute vision for a nation where every woman — regardless of background or circumstanc — thrives. It envisions a Bagong Pilipinas