PGLU- the women fisherfolks are recognized as independent from their fisherman husband. But the women fisherfolks are dependent on the fish produce of their husbands. However, it depends on them where to market their produce. Barangay Unit of Samara- the women fisherfolks are recognized as independent from their fisherman husbands. BFAR- women fisherfolks have limited participation/access particularly on capture and aquaculture training and livelihood support, and access to resource management. Furthermore, they are independent fisherfolk from their husband from processing and fish trading. They are usually tapped as beneficiaries of postharvest and marketing interventions. e. Does the agency have data on GBV/trafficking in fishing communities? What are the identifiable trends? The PLGU and the BFAR have no data on GBV/trafficking in the fishing communities. Barangay unit of Samara- has available data on GBV/trafficking in fishing communities but women in general. Second Indicator: POLICIES AND PROGRAMS a. Are there policies adopted by the agency pertaining to fisherfolks? Women fisherfolks? PLGU - the Province is adopting BFAR policies for fisherfolks in the province. Barangay unit of Samara- there were no policies adopted by the barangay pertaining to fisherfolks. DSWD- as to policies adopted by the Department particularly the SLP, the existing policies and guidelines implemented by its partner Agencies such as the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Department of Agriculture (all levelsNational to Municipal), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) were strictly observed. Relative to the women fisher folks, the SLP guidelines is anchored to provision of livelihood intervention to the marginalized and vulnerable sectors where women are part. BFAR- there are policies adopted by the agency pertaining to fisherfolks and this includes policies pertaining to registration of fisherfolk to FishR to become beneficiaries of projects; adherence to the regulations under RA 10654. b. What are the general programs of the agency for fisherfolks before the ECQ? PGLU- St. Rita Farm of Provincial Government of La Union (PGLU) through the Office of the Provincial Agriculture (OPAg) caters the fingerling needs of the fisherfolks in the province. In addition, continued monitoring of GAD Associations such as the WAPA (Women Aquatic Processing Association” and RSGSA (Rabon Seaside Gracilaria Seaweed Association). The Province also served as training provider to these associations. Barangay Unit of Samara- there were no general programs for the fisherfolks even before the ECQ. 28 | Page