“Strengthening Justice: Assessing and Advancing Anti-Rape Laws in the Philippines”

In celebration of International Women’s Month, the UP Institute of Human Rights (UP IHR) is organizing a public forum titled “Strengthening Justice: Assessing and Advancing Anti-Rape Laws in the Philippines.” It will be held on 08 March 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the 1st Floor Conference Room, Bocobo Hall, UP Law Center, UP Diliman, Quezon City.

Join us in assessing the nuances in the implementation of R.A. 11648, otherwise known as “The Stronger Protection Against Rape and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Act of 2022”, especially at the local and barangay levels. Additionally, the forum will offer a platform for a comprehensive discourse among stakeholders, aiming to delve into the factors contributing to the high incidence of rape cases despite these existing laws. This event will feature several experts who will explore the evolution and impact of the “Stronger Protection Against Rape and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Act of 2022” on the “Anti-Rape Law of 1997”, considering potential amendments, proactive prevention strategies, gender-specific incidences, inter-agency collaborations, and current law enforcement measures.

For those who want to attend the forum, please register through this link: https://uplaw.ph/2024ihrforumonantirapelaws.