The document summarizes key aspects of the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act of 2004 (RA 9262). It defines violence against women and their children (VAWC) and the types of relationships covered. VAWC includes physical, sexual, psychological, and economic abuse. The law protects women, their children, and children under their care. It classifies VAWC as a public crime and provides protection orders and criminal penalties for violations. Victims have rights like legal assistance and support services. The law aims to address VAWC through legal remedies, support systems, and by holding perpetrators accountable.
The document summarizes key aspects of Republic Act No. 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. It defines violence against women and children as any act resulting in physical, sexual, psychological, or economic harm. It outlines four forms of violence: physical, sexual, emotional, and financial abuse. It declares violence against women and children a public crime that can be prosecuted upon complaint. It also discusses protection orders that can be issued, including barangay, temporary, and permanent protection orders to safeguard victims. Finally, it outlines penalties for offenses involving slight, less, or serious physical injuries under the Act.
The document discusses laws and rights related to protecting children in the Philippines. It outlines that children have rights to protection from abuse, proper care and nutrition. It also discusses the responsibilities of various institutions like families, schools, and communities in guiding and supporting children. The three key institutions that guide children are the family, school, and community, with families having the most important role in raising children.
Republic Act No. 7610
AN ACT PROVIDING FOR STRONGER DETERRENCE AND SPECIAL PROTECTION AGAINST CHILD ABUSE, EXPLOITATION AND DISCRIMINATION, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
The Magna Carta of Women (Republic Act No. 9710) is the Philippines' comprehensive women's human rights law that seeks to eliminate discrimination and promote gender equality, in accordance with CEDAW. It defines discrimination against women and guarantees women's rights in areas like non-violence, disaster relief, education, employment, health, political participation, and protection of overseas Filipino workers. The national government is the primary duty-bearer for implementing the law's provisions across all agencies, with involvement also expected from the private sector and general public.
This document outlines Philippine laws regarding child abuse and protection. It defines a child as anyone under 18 years old or unable to care for themselves due to disability. Child abuse is defined as physical, psychological, or sexual abuse, neglect, or actions that degrade a child's dignity. The laws establish penalties for various acts that exploit children, including child prostitution, pornography, and trafficking. The laws also mandate reporting of suspected child abuse and establish authorities responsible for investigating reports and protecting abused children.
This document summarizes the salient features, issues, and concerns regarding the implementation of Republic Act 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. Key provisions of the law include barangay, temporary, and permanent protection orders; classifying violence against women as a public crime; and providing additional leave and support services to victims. However, challenges remain in enforcing the law, including some judges who believe the law is unfair to men or unconstitutional, and a view that the law destroys family unity. Solutions proposed include specializing courts to handle violence against women cases and increasing public awareness and education on women's rights.
This document outlines guidelines for reporting and intervening in cases of child abuse, discrimination, exploitation, violence against children, and bullying in schools in the DepEd CALABARZON region. It discusses the legal basis for child protection policies under the Philippine constitution and UN conventions. It summarizes key DepEd policies on child protection from 2012-2021, including the zero tolerance policy for any form of child abuse. The roles and functions of the Child Protection Committee in schools are defined, such as drafting protection policies, implementing referral systems, identifying at-risk students, and coordinating with authorities on reported cases. The document concludes by thanking participants.
The document summarizes Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004. The law seeks to address the prevalence of violence against women and children committed by intimate partners such as husbands, ex-husbands, boyfriends, or ex-boyfriends. It defines violence against women and children and identifies who is protected under the law. The law allows women and children to file criminal charges or apply for a protection order and prescribes penalties for offenders such as imprisonment ranging from 1 month to 20 years and fines from 100,000 to 300,000 pesos.
The document summarizes key aspects of Republic Act No. 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. It defines violence against women and children as any act resulting in physical, sexual, psychological, or economic harm. It outlines four forms of violence: physical, sexual, emotional, and financial abuse. It declares violence against women and children a public crime that can be prosecuted upon complaint. It also discusses protection orders that can be issued, including barangay, temporary, and permanent protection orders to safeguard victims. Finally, it outlines penalties for offenses involving slight, less, or serious physical injuries under the Act.
The document discusses laws and rights related to protecting children in the Philippines. It outlines that children have rights to protection from abuse, proper care and nutrition. It also discusses the responsibilities of various institutions like families, schools, and communities in guiding and supporting children. The three key institutions that guide children are the family, school, and community, with families having the most important role in raising children.
Republic Act No. 7610
AN ACT PROVIDING FOR STRONGER DETERRENCE AND SPECIAL PROTECTION AGAINST CHILD ABUSE, EXPLOITATION AND DISCRIMINATION, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
The Magna Carta of Women (Republic Act No. 9710) is the Philippines' comprehensive women's human rights law that seeks to eliminate discrimination and promote gender equality, in accordance with CEDAW. It defines discrimination against women and guarantees women's rights in areas like non-violence, disaster relief, education, employment, health, political participation, and protection of overseas Filipino workers. The national government is the primary duty-bearer for implementing the law's provisions across all agencies, with involvement also expected from the private sector and general public.
This document outlines Philippine laws regarding child abuse and protection. It defines a child as anyone under 18 years old or unable to care for themselves due to disability. Child abuse is defined as physical, psychological, or sexual abuse, neglect, or actions that degrade a child's dignity. The laws establish penalties for various acts that exploit children, including child prostitution, pornography, and trafficking. The laws also mandate reporting of suspected child abuse and establish authorities responsible for investigating reports and protecting abused children.
This document summarizes the salient features, issues, and concerns regarding the implementation of Republic Act 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. Key provisions of the law include barangay, temporary, and permanent protection orders; classifying violence against women as a public crime; and providing additional leave and support services to victims. However, challenges remain in enforcing the law, including some judges who believe the law is unfair to men or unconstitutional, and a view that the law destroys family unity. Solutions proposed include specializing courts to handle violence against women cases and increasing public awareness and education on women's rights.
This document outlines guidelines for reporting and intervening in cases of child abuse, discrimination, exploitation, violence against children, and bullying in schools in the DepEd CALABARZON region. It discusses the legal basis for child protection policies under the Philippine constitution and UN conventions. It summarizes key DepEd policies on child protection from 2012-2021, including the zero tolerance policy for any form of child abuse. The roles and functions of the Child Protection Committee in schools are defined, such as drafting protection policies, implementing referral systems, identifying at-risk students, and coordinating with authorities on reported cases. The document concludes by thanking participants.
The document summarizes Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004. The law seeks to address the prevalence of violence against women and children committed by intimate partners such as husbands, ex-husbands, boyfriends, or ex-boyfriends. It defines violence against women and children and identifies who is protected under the law. The law allows women and children to file criminal charges or apply for a protection order and prescribes penalties for offenders such as imprisonment ranging from 1 month to 20 years and fines from 100,000 to 300,000 pesos.
This document discusses Republic Act No. 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, and Republic Act No. 9710, known as the Magna Carta for Women. It defines terms like violence against women, temporary protection orders, and battered woman syndrome. It also outlines the responsibilities of agencies involved in implementing the acts, such as the Inter-Agency Council on Violence Against Women and Their Children, the Philippine National Police's Women and Children Protection Desks, and the Department of Social Welfare and Development. The acts aim to protect women and children from violence and ensure state support for victims.
VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN ACT of 2004Sharon Geroquia
The Anti-Violence Against Women & Their Children Act of 2004 defines and punishes various types of violence against women including physical, psychological, sexual, and economic abuse. It protects women and their children from intimate partners, provides protection orders, and establishes the duties of law enforcement. The law also provides counseling for perpetrators and rights for victims, including confidentiality of records. Violence is defined broadly and penalties are established for failure to report incidents or comply with protection orders. The goal is to promote safety, prevent further harm, and allow victims to regain control of their lives.
Special protection of children against child abuse exploitation and discrim...Gerald Anthony Lazaro
This document summarizes Republic Act 7610, which defines and penalizes child abuse, exploitation and discrimination. It defines a child as anyone under 18 years old. Child abuse includes physical, psychological, sexual abuse and neglect. The law criminalizes child prostitution, child trafficking, child pornography and other sexual exploitation of children. It outlines penalties for engaging in or facilitating these acts, which include imprisonment and fines. The law also mandates the reporting of suspected child abuse and protects those who report cases of abuse in good faith.
The document summarizes the key points of Republic Act No. 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. The act declares protection of women and children from violence as a state policy. It defines various forms of violence including physical, sexual, and psychological violence. It also establishes penalties for acts of violence and outlines the process for obtaining protection orders from the courts.
The document summarizes key aspects of the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act of 2004 (RA 9262) in the Philippines. It defines violence against women and children (VAWC) and outlines acts that constitute VAWC, including physical, sexual, and psychological violence. It describes who is protected under the law and who can be held liable for VAWC. The summary also discusses the types of protection orders and relief available to victims, penalties for violating the law, and victims' rights.
The Safe Spaces Act addresses gender-based sexual harassment in public areas and cyberspace. It prohibits acts like catcalling, leering, unwanted comments on appearance, and exposing private parts. First offenses are punishable by fines and community service. Subsequent offenses receive heavier penalties like arrest. The law also covers online harassment and harassment in workplaces and schools. It tasks local governments and law enforcement with implementing and enforcing the law.
This document discusses bullying, including definitions, types, statistics, causes, effects, and responses. It defines bullying as severe or repeated abuse through verbal, written, electronic, or physical means. Bullying can occur in person or online (cyberbullying). Common types are physical, social, verbal, and psychological bullying. Bullying affects victims' self-esteem, mental health, and academic performance, and may lead to long-term issues like trauma, substance abuse, or suicidal thoughts. The document outlines steps schools and individuals should take to respond to and prevent bullying, such as informing authorities, ensuring safety, counseling, and criminal referral if needed.
This document is the Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act from the Philippines. It defines key terms like "child" and "child abuse". It also outlines the state's policy to provide special protection to children and intervene on their behalf when they are subject to abuse, neglect, or exploitative circumstances. The law establishes a comprehensive program to protect children and outlines penalties for acts like child prostitution, trafficking, and using children in obscene materials. It aims to deter child abuse and exploitation through defined protections and consequences.
This document summarizes Republic Act No. 9262, known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. Some key points:
- It defines violence against women and children and prescribes penalties for acts like physical harm, sexual violence, psychological/emotional abuse, and economic abuse.
- Protective measures for victims include barangay protection orders, temporary protection orders, and permanent protection orders from courts that can prohibit contact, remove the offender from the home, and grant custody/support.
- The Regional Trial Court designated as a Family Court has jurisdiction over cases. Petitions can be filed by the victim, family members, social workers, police, lawyers, and
The government enacted RA 7610 on June 17, 1992 to allow the State to play a vital role in the safe and wholesome rearing of children for them to be protected and to become good citizens of the country.
This document provides an overview of violence against women in the Philippines from a historical and legal perspective. It discusses how women had higher social status and equal rights pre-colonially, but their role became restricted during the Spanish period to solely taking care of the home. This helped establish patriarchal gender roles and stereotypes that still influence society today. The document then outlines key statistics on violence against women and defines domestic violence and child abuse according to Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004. It details the law's protections, legal remedies, and penalties for offenders to prevent further harm and facilitate victim empowerment and recovery.
This document defines key terms related to the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 such as "bail", "best interest of the child", "child", "child at risk", "child in conflict with the law", and others. It also outlines the duties of law enforcement when taking a child into custody, which include explaining the reason for custody, advising the child of their rights, avoiding violence, and immediately transferring the child to social services. For children under 15, the authority must immediately release the child to their parents/guardians or social services to determine appropriate programs.
This document defines key terms related to violence against women and children such as battery, battered woman syndrome, stalking, and defines what constitutes a dating relationship according to Philippine law. It also outlines what acts are considered violence under the law including physical harm, threats, restricting freedom of movement, and psychological abuse. Penalties for violations are also specified, ranging from fines and imprisonment depending on the severity of the act. The law aims to protect women and children from domestic abuse and violence within intimate relationships.
The document outlines Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004. It defines violence against women and their children and provides protective measures for victims. Key points include defining domestic violence, dating violence and sexual violence; establishing the family court's jurisdiction over cases; granting protection orders for victims; and requiring government agencies to provide services like shelters, counseling and rehabilitation programs.
The document discusses the Magna Carta of Women, a comprehensive Philippine law that seeks to eliminate discrimination against women. It recognizes, protects, and promotes the rights of Filipino women, especially those in marginalized sectors. The law prohibits any gender-based distinction, exclusion, or restriction that impairs women's equal enjoyment of human rights. It also bans any act or practice that directly or indirectly limits women's rights or access to opportunities. Under the Magna Carta, all rights in the Philippine Constitution and international treaties ratified by the Philippines are considered rights of women, free from discrimination.
Camp Tinio National High School has implemented several policies and initiatives to strengthen disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) in accordance with national directives. This includes creating a School DRRM Team to help mitigate disaster impacts, conducting student-led hazard mapping annually, and participating in DRRM-focused competitions and activities during the National Disaster Resilience Month in July. The school works closely with local government and DepEd to systematically invest in DRRM prevention and preparedness efforts with the goal of building community resilience.
This document outlines perspectives on eliminating violence against women and children from various groups. It declares November 25 of every year as National Consciousness Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Children through Republic Act 10398. Presidential Proclamation 1172 extended the National Campaign to 18 days to include December 12, recognizing human trafficking as a form of violence against women. The document presents perspectives from women, men, government agencies, local governments, the private sector, academia, and training institutions on advocating against and preventing violence against women and children.
The Magna Carta of Women is the comprehensive Philippine law that seeks to eliminate discrimination against women. It recognizes, protects, fulfills, and promotes the rights of Filipino women, especially those in marginalized sectors. The law defines discrimination against women and guarantees women's rights in areas such as freedom from violence, participation, health, education, employment, and political representation. It also outlines penalties for violations by government agencies, private entities, and individuals. The Magna Carta of Women took effect in 2009 after its publication in newspapers.
The Expanded Senior Citizen Act of 2010 grants additional benefits and privileges to senior citizens aged 60 and above in the Philippines. It provides for a 20% discount on essential goods and services such as medicines, medical services, transportation, and lodging. It also exempts senior citizens from income tax if they are minimum wage earners, and provides for discounts on utilities, free vocational training, and continued government benefits. The law establishes local Offices of the Senior Citizens Affairs to issue IDs, monitor compliance, and address issues. It also forms a National Coordinating and Monitoring Board composed of various government agencies to oversee implementation.
RA 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Children Act of 2004, aims to penalize violence against women and children. It defines violence against women and children as any act resulting in physical, sexual, psychological harm. The law protects women in relationships with their husbands, former husbands, boyfriends, and others. It also protects children under the woman's care. The law defines and penalizes different forms of violence including physical, sexual, and psychological abuse as well as economic abuse. It also outlines penalties for violating the law, which range from imprisonment to criminal charges depending on the severity and nature of the offense.
The document summarizes key aspects of Republic Act 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. It defines violence against women and their children to include physical, sexual, and psychological harm by intimate partners. It also outlines the penalties for committing such violence, which include imprisonment and fines. The law aims to address the prevalence of violence by classifying it as a public crime and providing protections and legal recourses for victims.
The document provides an overview of RA 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. It defines key terms like violence against women and children, protection orders, and the rights and recourses available to victims. The law seeks to address abuse through criminal penalties and protection orders that can be obtained from barangays or courts. It aims to protect women, their children, and other partners from acts of violence committed by intimate partners or family members.
This document discusses Republic Act No. 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, and Republic Act No. 9710, known as the Magna Carta for Women. It defines terms like violence against women, temporary protection orders, and battered woman syndrome. It also outlines the responsibilities of agencies involved in implementing the acts, such as the Inter-Agency Council on Violence Against Women and Their Children, the Philippine National Police's Women and Children Protection Desks, and the Department of Social Welfare and Development. The acts aim to protect women and children from violence and ensure state support for victims.
VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN ACT of 2004Sharon Geroquia
The Anti-Violence Against Women & Their Children Act of 2004 defines and punishes various types of violence against women including physical, psychological, sexual, and economic abuse. It protects women and their children from intimate partners, provides protection orders, and establishes the duties of law enforcement. The law also provides counseling for perpetrators and rights for victims, including confidentiality of records. Violence is defined broadly and penalties are established for failure to report incidents or comply with protection orders. The goal is to promote safety, prevent further harm, and allow victims to regain control of their lives.
Special protection of children against child abuse exploitation and discrim...Gerald Anthony Lazaro
This document summarizes Republic Act 7610, which defines and penalizes child abuse, exploitation and discrimination. It defines a child as anyone under 18 years old. Child abuse includes physical, psychological, sexual abuse and neglect. The law criminalizes child prostitution, child trafficking, child pornography and other sexual exploitation of children. It outlines penalties for engaging in or facilitating these acts, which include imprisonment and fines. The law also mandates the reporting of suspected child abuse and protects those who report cases of abuse in good faith.
The document summarizes the key points of Republic Act No. 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. The act declares protection of women and children from violence as a state policy. It defines various forms of violence including physical, sexual, and psychological violence. It also establishes penalties for acts of violence and outlines the process for obtaining protection orders from the courts.
The document summarizes key aspects of the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act of 2004 (RA 9262) in the Philippines. It defines violence against women and children (VAWC) and outlines acts that constitute VAWC, including physical, sexual, and psychological violence. It describes who is protected under the law and who can be held liable for VAWC. The summary also discusses the types of protection orders and relief available to victims, penalties for violating the law, and victims' rights.
The Safe Spaces Act addresses gender-based sexual harassment in public areas and cyberspace. It prohibits acts like catcalling, leering, unwanted comments on appearance, and exposing private parts. First offenses are punishable by fines and community service. Subsequent offenses receive heavier penalties like arrest. The law also covers online harassment and harassment in workplaces and schools. It tasks local governments and law enforcement with implementing and enforcing the law.
This document discusses bullying, including definitions, types, statistics, causes, effects, and responses. It defines bullying as severe or repeated abuse through verbal, written, electronic, or physical means. Bullying can occur in person or online (cyberbullying). Common types are physical, social, verbal, and psychological bullying. Bullying affects victims' self-esteem, mental health, and academic performance, and may lead to long-term issues like trauma, substance abuse, or suicidal thoughts. The document outlines steps schools and individuals should take to respond to and prevent bullying, such as informing authorities, ensuring safety, counseling, and criminal referral if needed.
This document is the Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act from the Philippines. It defines key terms like "child" and "child abuse". It also outlines the state's policy to provide special protection to children and intervene on their behalf when they are subject to abuse, neglect, or exploitative circumstances. The law establishes a comprehensive program to protect children and outlines penalties for acts like child prostitution, trafficking, and using children in obscene materials. It aims to deter child abuse and exploitation through defined protections and consequences.
This document summarizes Republic Act No. 9262, known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. Some key points:
- It defines violence against women and children and prescribes penalties for acts like physical harm, sexual violence, psychological/emotional abuse, and economic abuse.
- Protective measures for victims include barangay protection orders, temporary protection orders, and permanent protection orders from courts that can prohibit contact, remove the offender from the home, and grant custody/support.
- The Regional Trial Court designated as a Family Court has jurisdiction over cases. Petitions can be filed by the victim, family members, social workers, police, lawyers, and
The government enacted RA 7610 on June 17, 1992 to allow the State to play a vital role in the safe and wholesome rearing of children for them to be protected and to become good citizens of the country.
This document provides an overview of violence against women in the Philippines from a historical and legal perspective. It discusses how women had higher social status and equal rights pre-colonially, but their role became restricted during the Spanish period to solely taking care of the home. This helped establish patriarchal gender roles and stereotypes that still influence society today. The document then outlines key statistics on violence against women and defines domestic violence and child abuse according to Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004. It details the law's protections, legal remedies, and penalties for offenders to prevent further harm and facilitate victim empowerment and recovery.
This document defines key terms related to the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 such as "bail", "best interest of the child", "child", "child at risk", "child in conflict with the law", and others. It also outlines the duties of law enforcement when taking a child into custody, which include explaining the reason for custody, advising the child of their rights, avoiding violence, and immediately transferring the child to social services. For children under 15, the authority must immediately release the child to their parents/guardians or social services to determine appropriate programs.
This document defines key terms related to violence against women and children such as battery, battered woman syndrome, stalking, and defines what constitutes a dating relationship according to Philippine law. It also outlines what acts are considered violence under the law including physical harm, threats, restricting freedom of movement, and psychological abuse. Penalties for violations are also specified, ranging from fines and imprisonment depending on the severity of the act. The law aims to protect women and children from domestic abuse and violence within intimate relationships.
The document outlines Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004. It defines violence against women and their children and provides protective measures for victims. Key points include defining domestic violence, dating violence and sexual violence; establishing the family court's jurisdiction over cases; granting protection orders for victims; and requiring government agencies to provide services like shelters, counseling and rehabilitation programs.
The document discusses the Magna Carta of Women, a comprehensive Philippine law that seeks to eliminate discrimination against women. It recognizes, protects, and promotes the rights of Filipino women, especially those in marginalized sectors. The law prohibits any gender-based distinction, exclusion, or restriction that impairs women's equal enjoyment of human rights. It also bans any act or practice that directly or indirectly limits women's rights or access to opportunities. Under the Magna Carta, all rights in the Philippine Constitution and international treaties ratified by the Philippines are considered rights of women, free from discrimination.
Camp Tinio National High School has implemented several policies and initiatives to strengthen disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) in accordance with national directives. This includes creating a School DRRM Team to help mitigate disaster impacts, conducting student-led hazard mapping annually, and participating in DRRM-focused competitions and activities during the National Disaster Resilience Month in July. The school works closely with local government and DepEd to systematically invest in DRRM prevention and preparedness efforts with the goal of building community resilience.
This document outlines perspectives on eliminating violence against women and children from various groups. It declares November 25 of every year as National Consciousness Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Children through Republic Act 10398. Presidential Proclamation 1172 extended the National Campaign to 18 days to include December 12, recognizing human trafficking as a form of violence against women. The document presents perspectives from women, men, government agencies, local governments, the private sector, academia, and training institutions on advocating against and preventing violence against women and children.
The Magna Carta of Women is the comprehensive Philippine law that seeks to eliminate discrimination against women. It recognizes, protects, fulfills, and promotes the rights of Filipino women, especially those in marginalized sectors. The law defines discrimination against women and guarantees women's rights in areas such as freedom from violence, participation, health, education, employment, and political representation. It also outlines penalties for violations by government agencies, private entities, and individuals. The Magna Carta of Women took effect in 2009 after its publication in newspapers.
The Expanded Senior Citizen Act of 2010 grants additional benefits and privileges to senior citizens aged 60 and above in the Philippines. It provides for a 20% discount on essential goods and services such as medicines, medical services, transportation, and lodging. It also exempts senior citizens from income tax if they are minimum wage earners, and provides for discounts on utilities, free vocational training, and continued government benefits. The law establishes local Offices of the Senior Citizens Affairs to issue IDs, monitor compliance, and address issues. It also forms a National Coordinating and Monitoring Board composed of various government agencies to oversee implementation.
RA 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Children Act of 2004, aims to penalize violence against women and children. It defines violence against women and children as any act resulting in physical, sexual, psychological harm. The law protects women in relationships with their husbands, former husbands, boyfriends, and others. It also protects children under the woman's care. The law defines and penalizes different forms of violence including physical, sexual, and psychological abuse as well as economic abuse. It also outlines penalties for violating the law, which range from imprisonment to criminal charges depending on the severity and nature of the offense.
The document summarizes key aspects of Republic Act 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. It defines violence against women and their children to include physical, sexual, and psychological harm by intimate partners. It also outlines the penalties for committing such violence, which include imprisonment and fines. The law aims to address the prevalence of violence by classifying it as a public crime and providing protections and legal recourses for victims.
The document provides an overview of RA 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. It defines key terms like violence against women and children, protection orders, and the rights and recourses available to victims. The law seeks to address abuse through criminal penalties and protection orders that can be obtained from barangays or courts. It aims to protect women, their children, and other partners from acts of violence committed by intimate partners or family members.
1st Report LCUP - Abuse of Women and Children.pptxLaylaDeGuzman
1. It helps educators stay informed of the current challenges facing students and schools so they can adapt their teaching approaches accordingly.
2. Examining issues like equity, access, funding, technology, and student well-being helps improve policies and practices to better serve students.
3. Understanding problems contextualizes the educational experience for students and can help address root causes impeding learning and development.
1st Report LCUP - Abuse of Women and Children.pptxLaylaDeGuzman
1. It helps educators stay informed of the current challenges facing students and schools so they can adapt their teaching approaches accordingly.
2. Examining issues like equity, access, funding, technology, and student well-being helps improve policies and practices to better serve students.
3. Understanding problems provides opportunities for innovative solutions that can transform education systems and learning outcomes.
This document provides information about Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. It defines violence against women and children under the law. It outlines the protections, penalties, and processes involved in securing protection orders for victims of violence. Key aspects include defining domestic abuse, outlining who can file protection orders, penalties for committing violence, and services available to victims.
RA 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, aims to penalize acts of violence against women and children. It defines violence against women and children broadly and protects women in relationships with their husbands, former husbands, boyfriends, and those with whom they have children. It also defines and penalizes physical, sexual, and psychological violence and economic abuse. The law took effect in March 2004 and imposes penalties such as imprisonment or arrest depending on the type and severity of the violent act committed.
RA 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, aims to penalize violence against women and children, including physical, sexual, psychological, and economic abuse. It provides protection orders and temporary relief for victims. The law took effect in March 2004 and covers a wide range of relationships between victim and offender. It established penalties for violations and requires rehabilitation programs for offenders. Courts have exclusive jurisdiction over cases filed under this law.
RA 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, aims to penalize violence against women and children. It defines violence against women and children broadly and provides protections and orders of protection for victims. The law imposes penalties such as imprisonment and fines on offenders and gives courts authority to issue protection orders with various forms of relief for victims. It also establishes the Regional Trial Court as having original and exclusive jurisdiction over cases related to violence against women and children under this law.
The document summarizes Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004. The law aims to protect women and children from violence and was signed into law on March 8, 2004. It defines violence against women and children and outlines the people protected under the act. The law also describes the types of violence covered, the penalties for violating the act, and the rights of victims.
The document discusses violence against women and children (VAWC) in the Philippines. It defines key terms related to VAWC, identifies common myths about domestic violence, and summarizes Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-VAWC Act of 2004. The Act defines what constitutes violence against women and their children and identifies remedies available to victims, including protection orders. The document also discusses the "Battered Woman Syndrome" defense.
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The document summarizes Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004. The purpose of the law is to address violence against women and children committed by intimate partners. It classifies such violence as a public crime. The law defines violence against women and children and the acts that constitute such violence. It also outlines the protocols and procedures for handling cases, including the designation of a VAW desk, application for protection orders, violations of protection orders, entitlement to leave for victims, and confidentiality of records pertaining to cases.
This document summarizes key aspects of RA 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, including definitions of terms, parties protected under the law, acts considered violence, processes for obtaining protection orders, roles and responsibilities of relevant agencies, and penalties for non-compliance. It defines violence against women and children, outlines who can be considered offenders and victims, and describes the different types of violence addressed by the law. The summary also provides an overview of the protection order process and Inter-Agency Council tasked with eliminating violence against women and children.
The document discusses Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act of 2004. The law aims to protect women and children from abuse by current or former husbands, partners, boyfriends/girlfriends. It covers different types of abuse including economic, sexual, physical and psychological abuse. The law allows offended parties, their parents or guardians, ascendants or descendants to apply for a protection order. Police officers, barangay officials, social workers and certain professionals can also apply on behalf of victims.
The document summarizes key aspects of Republic Act No. 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004, which aims to address violence against women and their children in the Philippines. Some key points covered include: defining what constitutes violence against women and their children, possible violators under the law, protection orders that can be issued (barangay, temporary, permanent), battered woman syndrome as a defense, and provisions around child custody. The law criminalizes physical, sexual, psychological and economic abuse, and aims to protect victims through various legal mechanisms.
This document outlines Republic Act 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 in the Philippines. Some key points:
- It defines violence against women and their children and provides protective measures for victims. Acts of violence include physical, sexual, and psychological harm.
- Regional trial courts have jurisdiction over cases. Protection orders can be issued for up to a lifetime to prevent further violence.
- Battered woman syndrome is established as a defense. Being under the influence of substances is not a defense.
- Victims have rights like being treated with respect, legal assistance, and support services. The law aims to address violence and protect women's and children's safety
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1. Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
REPUBLIC ACT 9262
GUILBERT RODINAS
NOVELYN DARASIN
Bachelor of Science in Social Work- 4
2. What is VAWC under RA 9262?
It refers to any act or series of acts committed by
any person against a woman who is his wife, former
wife, or against a woman with whom the person has or
had sexual dating relationship, or with whom he has a
common child, or against her child whether legitimate
or illegitimate, within or without the family abode, which
result to in or is likely to result in physical, sexual,
psychological harm or suffering, or economic abuse
including threats of such acts, battery, assault,
coercion, harassment or arbitrary deprivation of liberty.
3. RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and
their Children Act of 2004
Seeks to address the prevalence of violence against
women and their children (V
A
WC) by their intimate
partners like:
Husband or Ex-husband
Live-in partner or former live-in partner
Boyfriend/girlfriend or ex-boyfriend/ex-
girlfriend
Dating Partner or former dating partner
Classifies VAWC as public crime
4. Children are those below 18 years of age or older but are
incapable of taking care of themselves (as stated in RA 7610).
It includes biological children of the victim and other children
under her care.
Dating relationship is one which has a romantic
involvement. It means that a relationship existed between a
woman and a partner who is abusive or has previously abused
her, whether or has previously abused her, whether or not the
relationship was formal.
Sexual relations refer to a single sexual act which
may or may not result in the bearing of a common child.
5. RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
VAWC includes, but not limited to the following acts:
1. PHYSICAL VIOLENCE - refers to acts that
include bodily or physical harm.
2. SEXUAL VIOLENCE - refers to an act which is
sexual in nature, committed against a woman or
her child against a woman or her child.
Boyfriend/girlfriend or ex-boyfriend/ex-
girlfriend
Dating Partner or former dating partner
6. RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
3.PSYCHOLOGICAL VIOLENCE - refers to acts or omission
causing or likely to cause mental or emotional suffering of the
victim such as but not limited to intimidation, harassment,
stalking damage to property, public ridicule, or humiliation,
repeated verbal abuse and marital infidelity
4.ECONOMIC ABUSE - withdrawal of financial support or
preventing the victim from engaging in any legitimate
profession, occupation, business or activity, deprivation of
financial resources and the right to conjugal community or
property owned in common, destroying household property or
controlling the victims own money and property.
7. Who are protected by the Anti-VAWC Act?
The woman, her children, and children under
her care. Children under her care are those who
are not her biological children but live with her,
such as her nephews or nieces, and children of
her “kasambahay.”
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
8. Who are liable for VAWC?
a) Husband
b) Ex-husband
c) The man or woman with whom she has or
had a dating or sexual relationship
d) The man with whom she has a child
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
9. Can a woman who is not married to the
offender be protected by the Anti-VAWC?
Yes, when the woman has sexual or “dating”
relationship with the offender or she has a child
with him.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
10. What is “dating relationship? What if there
was no sexual act (just dating)?
“Dating relationship” refers to a situation wherein
the parties live together without marriage or
when they are romantically involved with each
other. It is not necessary that parties have sexual
relationship, it is sufficient that they are just
romantically involved over time.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
11. Can a woman who had a single sexual act with the
offender file a case under the Anti-VAWC Act?
Yes, a single sexual act is included in sexual
relationship”. So if the offender threatens to
publicly humiliate the woman after they had a
one sexual act, the woman can file for a
Protection Order and/or a criminal case.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
12. What acts are included in VAWC?
1. Physical violence
2. Sexual violence
3. Psychological violence
4. Economic Violence
5. Other forms of violence such as subjecting
the woman to public ridicule or public
humiliation
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
13. Is a husband’s infidelity a form of violence?
Yes, it is a form of psychological violence.
They must be married, because RA 9262 states
“marital infidelity”
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
14. When the husband/ex-husband/boyfriend/ ex-
boyfriend/ex-partner refuses to give sufficient
support to his wife, is that an act of VAWC?
Yes. For example, if he gives an insufficient
amount of support even if he is financially
capable.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
15. Can a husband who forces his wife to have
sexual intercourse be liable under the Anti-
VAWC Act?
Yes, he is liable under RA 8353 (The Anti-Rape
Act of 1997) for marital rape and also for sexual
violence under the Anti-VAWC Act. The wife can
be granted protection order to ensure her safety.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
16. The Protection Order can order the
husband to:
a. Leave the house
b. Stay away from his wife
c. Give financial support to wife and minor
children. If they are not married, then only
the children are entitled to the support.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
17. The Protection Orders:
a. Barangay Protection Order – ordering the perpetrator to desist
from committing acts of violence against the family or household
members particularly women and their children (15 days valid)
b. Temporary Protection Order – valid for 30 days and renewable.
It is issued by the Judge before the hearings begin. The Judge
can grant ex parte TPO within 24 hours from application, without
notice to the respondent.
c. Permanent Protection Order- issued until the hearings are
finished.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
18. No, a BPO cannot order the respondent to leave the
house. But the barangay officials should advise the
respondent to obey the BPO or else they can file a
criminal case for violation of the BPO.
Violation of the BPO has a penalty of 30 days of
imprisonment.
Can a BPO remove respondent from the
house?
19. What are the reliefs available to the
woman?
1. Apply for a Protection Order
2. File a criminal complaint – VAWC is a public
crime
3. File an action for damages – a victim of
VAWC is entitled to actual, compensatory,
moral and exemplary damages
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
20. Who can file for a Petition for TPO and PPO?
1. The woman (survivor/victim)
2. Parent or guardian of the woman
3. Relatives within the 4th civil degree on
consanguinity or affinity of the woman such
as aunts, uncles, and first cousins and
persons married to them
4. Social workers
5. Police officer
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
21. Who can file for a Petition for TPO and PPO?
5. Punong Barangay or Barangay Kagawad
6. Lawyers, therapist, health care provider of
the woman
7. At least two (2) responsible citizens of the
city or municipality where the VAWC
occurred who have personal knowledge of
the offense committed.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
22. What is the penalty for the violation of the Anti-VAWC Act?
a. For physical violence:
Parricide – life imprisonment
Murder – 17 years, 4 mos amd 1 day
Homicide – 17 years, 4 mos and 1 day
b. For deprivation of financial support – 6 mos, 1 day to 2 years,
4 mos imprisonment
c. For psychological abuse – 6 years, 1 day to 12 years of
imprisonment
d. For threats or physical violence : 4 mos, 1 day to 6 mos
imprisonment.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
23. Until when can the woman file a criminal
case for the violation of the Anti-VAWC
Act?
She can file the criminal case within 10 or 20 years.
For deprivation of support, the wife can file a criminal
case within 20 years
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
24. Jane was so scared of her live-in partner (who was
beating her up for 5 years) that she only decided to
file the complaint for violation of Anti-VAWC Act 3
years after his last physical violence and they
separated. Can she still file the complaint?
YES. Under Sections 5 (a) to 5 (f) of the Anti-VAWC
Act she has twenty (20) years to file the complaint
from the time the physical violence happened.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
25. What are the rights of VAWC victims under
the Anti-VAWC Act?
a. Treated with respect and dignity
b. Avail of legal assistance from PAO of DOJ or legal assistance
office of the city, municipality or provincial government (LGU)
c. To be entitled to support services from DSWD and LGU
d. To be entitled to all legal remedies and support as provided for
in the Family Code
e. To be informed of their rights and the services available to
them including their right to apply for a protection order.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
26. If the father of a minor child does not give
financial support, what criminal cases can
be filed against him?
Violation of Section 5 (e) 2 of the Anti-VAWC Act and
RA No. 7610 (Anti-Child Abuse Law).
27. Is a husband who is depriving his wife of
custody of their minor children liable
under the Anti-VAWC Act?
YES, depriving the wife or threatening the wife that
he will deprive her of custody of their minor children
is psychological abuse.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
28. Is there any liability for persons who come to
the aid of the woman when they enter her
house upon hearing her shouts for help?
None. Any person, private individual, police officer, social
worker, teacher or barangay official who helped the victim,
shall not be liable for any criminal, civil or administrative
liability, provided that he/she did not use violence or force
greater than necessary to ensure the safety of the woman.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004
29. Can the Judge advice the woman to reconcile with
her husband or partner or compromise or withdraw
her civil case for protection order or criminal case?
No. The Judge may not do so, otherwise he may be
administratively liable.
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children
Act of 2004