LIST: 2020 National Women’s Month Events and Activities

March marks the month-long celebration of the National Women’s Month in the Philippines, which aims to recognize the women sector of the society and their countless contributions to its development.

This was put into law through the Presidential Proclamation No.227 Series of 1988 that declares the observance of the Month of March as Women’s Role in History Month and Republic Act No. 6949 Series of 1990 that marks March 8 of every year as National Women’s Day.

Every year, a handful of events are organized to celebrate the resilience, beauty, and wit of women, and it’s now time to don your best purple attire and join in the following events and activities for Women’s Month 2020!

Government Activities

Lead by the Philippine Commission on Women (PWC), this year’s celebration revolves around the theme “We Make Change Work for Women.” Various government agencies, local government units, universities, and private entities have events prepared to honor and commemorate women from all walks of life.

One of which is PWC’s very own “Serbisyo Para Kay Juana” where the commission partners with other organizations in the government to provide discounts and privileges for all pinays.

Visit pcw.gov.ph to view the complete calendar of activities of PWC and other government agencies.

CCP’s Festival of Plays by Women

Join the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) in cooperation with Women Playwrights International-Philippines (WPIP) as they put the spotlight on inspiring women playwrights and theater practitioners at the Festival of Plays By Women. Happening from March 6 to 8 at the CCP Studio Theater, the three-day event will feature stories by women through forums, readings, and featured performances.

Tickets for the Festival of Plays by Women are available at Ticket2Me, Ticket World online and outlets, and CCP App. Performance tickets are priced at Php 200 for free seating, while festival passes are priced at Php 400.

Also read: Empower Women’s Talents at CCP’s Festival of Plays by Women This March

Women and the Future of Work Conference

Connected Women’s biggest conference is happening on March 25 at Shangri-La the Fort, Manila. Connected Women is a media, events, and jobs platform, which aims to unite women entrepreneurs and professionals to work together as well as to connect with each other. Tickets are available at TicketWorld for Php 2,650.

Also read: Women and the Future of Work Conference Is Happening This March 2020

#Women2020 Summit: Women in the Next Decade

SPARK! Philippines partners with the UN Women Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific for the #Women2020 Summit: Women in the Next Decade happening on March 5 at Samsung Hall, SM Aura Premier, Taguig City. The event aims to create a discussion about significant issues that affect women’s active, effective, and productive participation in nation-building and global progress. It will feature Vice President Leni Robredo, Senator Grace Poe, and Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte as keynote speakers.

Empowering Women and Managing Diversity in the Workplace

Learn more about what it takes for a diverse and inclusive workplace at Innovate by Sprout presents Empowering Women and Managing Diversity in the Workplace happening on March 6 at John Clements Hub, Makati City. They invited Maria Carolina Dominguez, President, and CEO of John Clements Consultants, Inc., to impart her expertise with the attendees. Register for the free event here. Walk-ins are also welcomed.

Also read: 10 Must-Read Books by Women For National Women’s Month

Happy Women’s Month to all beautiful and strong women out there!