• While an online reporting system is in place for VAW victims, this is not readily accessible to those living in GIDA where internet connection and mobile data are not readily accessible. - What are challenges and barriers experienced during the ECQ and GCQ a) Issuance and implementation of Barangay Protection Order VAWD Desk Officers revealed that victims of domestic violence are easy to request for the issuance of a Barangay Protection Order but usually are the ones to violate the provisions of the said BPO by getting back together with their perpetrators. b) Reporting and investigation process concerning the levels of PNP and PAO Reporting and investigation processes at the levels of the PNP and the PAO remain generally the same. The PAO makes a regular reporting of all VAW cases handled by their office. c) Prosecution and legal assistance ( prosecution office, VAW desk, PAO) For the PAO, they experienced a delay in their services because of their present “on-call” arrangement. Legal services, including mediation proceedings, have to be scheduled accordingly to avoid overcrowding. What are the challenges barriers during the ECQ and GCQ in the prosecution of cases and in giving LEGAL assistance to clients. Public Attorney’s Office • Because of strict quarantine protocols imposed during the ECQ, legal consultations and mediation of cases are scheduled accordingly. • Communicating with the parties is a challenge. And victims experience a delay in accessing legal remedies. d) Challenges in Providing support services ( MSWDO, CSWDO, WCPUs) One of the biggest challenge encountered in providing support services include the unavailability of a transport vehicle. Under normal circumstances, social workers take the initiative in bringing their programs and services to those living in GIDA. However, because of the current health crisis where public commute is not readily available, there is difficulty in bringing the said programs to these areas.