Group III Euth 1

RA 7192 AND
IRR (1992)
EUTHENICS 1
GROUP III
WHAT IS RA 7192
AND IRR (1992)
• Women in Development and Nation Building Act (Republic Act No. 7192).
• An Act. Promoting the Integration of Women as Full and Equal Partners of Men in Development and
Nation Building and For Other Purposes, mandates the National Economics and Development Authority
(NEDA) the task of ensuring the participation.
• RA 7192 put forth the indispensable role of women in all aspects of national development and secured the
fundamental equality of women and men before the law.
• Republic Act No. 7192 was approved on February 12, 1992.
PRIMARY PURPOSE AND
OBJECTIVE OF RA 7192
• The purpose of this act is not only to give
empowerment to all women but also seek equality
and respect.
SPECIFIC PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES
OUTLINED IN IRR OF RA 7192
• The Republic Act 7192, also known as the "Women in Development and Nation Building Act" in the Philippines,
outlines various programs and initiatives aimed at promoting women's development and participation in nation-
building. Some specific provisions and initiatives from the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of RA 7192
include:
• Gender-Sensitive Education: The IRR emphasizes the integration of gender sensitivity and awareness in the
curriculum and training programs at all levels of education. This helps ensure that both men and women have
equal access to quality education.
• Gender Analysis in Development Plans: It requires government agencies to conduct gender analysis in the
formulation of policies, plans, and programs to ensure they address the specific needs and concerns of women.
• Women's Participation in Decision-Making: The IRR promotes the active participation of women in decision-
making processes, both in the public and private sectors. This includes encouraging more women to run for
elected positions and appointing women to key positions in government agencies.
• Gender and Development (GAD) Budget: It mandates government agencies to allocate a specific budget for
GAD programs and projects. This financial commitment ensures the implementation of gender-responsive
initiatives.
SPECIFIC PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES
OUTLINED IN IRR OF RA 7192
• Gender-Responsive Projects: The IRR encourages the development of
projects that benefit women, such as livelihood programs, healthcare
services, and skills training, to enhance their socio-economic status.
• Gender-Responsive Training: Government agencies and institutions are
required to conduct gender-responsive training programs for their personnel
to raise awareness about gender issues and promote equality.
• Research and Data Collection: The IRR highlights the importance of
collecting sex-disaggregated data and conducting research on women's
issues to inform policymaking.
HOW THEY IMPLEMENTED TO SUPPORT WOMEN’S
DEVELOPMENT AND PARTICIPATION IN NATION-BUILDING
• Implementation of these initiatives involves collaboration among government agencies, civil
society organizations, and other stakeholders. Monitoring and evaluation mechanisms are
put in place to assess the effectiveness of these programs in supporting women's
development and participation in nation-building. However, the specific impact and
outcomes of these initiatives may vary across different regions and time periods, and up-to-
date information on their implementation status is necessary to provide a comprehensive
assessment.
CHALLENGES AND SUCCESSES HAVE BEEN ENCOUNTERED IN THE
IMPLEMENTATION OF RA 7192 AND ITS IRR AND THE ADVANCEMENT OF
WOMEN’S RIGHT AND GENDER EQUALITY IN OUR COUNTRY
• RA 7192 and its IRR have a significant role in our country, this act was released on February 12, 1992.
There are several success or advantages ever since this act is approved, aside from the fact that this act
helps each women but also this act promotes gender equality. The focus of this Republic Act is to promote a
success equality for women where they are allowed to do things. Such as married women shall have rights
equal to those of married men in applying for passports, secure visas and other travel documents, without
need to secure the consent of their spouse. But regardless to any subject,the act also encountered
problems, the act itself encountered problems in sexual harassment and discrimation in women. Were their
agencies should have a stronger companion regarding to gender safe space.
• And one of the recommendations that can help the act to improve itself on promoting equality is to have a
strong consideration were women are driven to higher privileged such as rights to education and access of
health care in their household.

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