● Is there also a case during ECQ that showcases difficulty in accessing justice/legal remedies in case of GBV? What contributed to the barriers/difficulties? Majority of the participants has a concession that the City Government of San Fernando, Pampanga especially the CSWDO together with their barangay officials continue to provide services that would assist parties in accessing remedies concerning GBV cases. ● From experience, is there a government good practice in responding to GBV? During COVID-Pandemic, are there good practices? Participants claimed that the prompt response to GBV cases is one of the good practices of the local government unit. Moreover, the rest explained that financial and legal assistance in relation to GBV were well provided during the pandemic. 5. Recommendations ● Considering the challenges and barriers you have observed during the COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing new normal, what are your recommendations on ensuring prompt an effective response to GBV? Participants agreed that the LGU especially the PNP must continue to respond quickly and effectively. The rest were satisfied with the LGU. ● Do you feel the government (members of the referral mechanisms) were able to properly respond to cases of GBV during ECQ/GCQ? What are your recommendations to improve response? All of the participants agreed that LGU (member of referral mechanisms) effectively responded to cases of GBV during ECQ/GCQ. Some of the respondents recommended to have trained officers and workers handling GBV cases. Some suggested that seminars/trainings related to GBV be conducted. ● Other recommendations for the CHR as the gender ombud as mandated by the Magna Carta of Women? Majority of the respondents recommended that CHR must continue the regional mapping on GBV in order for people to be more aware of GBV related issues. Others expressed their gratitude for conducting the Regional Mapping in their barangay. Page 9 of 19