Anti-violence Against Women and their Children by Jennifer Gacis https://padlet.com/jennifergacis2/6by3az3ekt7lrzer en-us 2024-08-26 12:16:05 UTC 2024-08-26 12:24:23 UTC hello@padlet.com jennifergacis2 https://padlet.com/jennifergacis2/6by3az3ekt7lrzer/wish/3088444318 The term "VAWC" refers to Violence Against Women and their Children, a serious issue addressed by various laws and policies worldwide. In the Philippines, this issue is primarily addressed through Republic Act No. 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004. This law provides comprehensive measures to protect women and children from violence and abuse, whether physical, emotional, psychological, or economic.

]]> 2024-08-26 12:21:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifergacis2/6by3az3ekt7lrzer/wish/3088444318 jennifergacis2 https://padlet.com/jennifergacis2/6by3az3ekt7lrzer/wish/3088445121 The law defines violence against women and children as any act or series of acts that result in harm, suffering, or threats. This includes:


Physical violence: Acts that cause bodily harm.

Sexual violence: Acts that degrade or violate the dignity of a woman or child.

Psychological violence: Acts or omissions causing mental or emotional suffering.

Economic abuse: Acts that cause financial dependence or deprivation.

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