• • • Reporting the incident to the barangay and have it recorded in the logbook Taking a photo for purposes of documentary evidence During the ECQ period, were you able to document GBV cases? Can you share trends and observations? Respondents revealed some were able to document GBV cases like physical violence and rape. They observed that the strict protocols imposed during the ECQ period made it very difficult for victims to seek help. They also noted that common GBV cases are results of heated arguments over unremitted salary (of the husband) and infidelity. • Is there also a case during ECQ that showcase difficulty in accessing justice/legal remedies in cases of GBV? What contributed to the barriers/difficulty? According to the respondents, GBV cases committed during the ECQ period are often not reported because women lack the knowledge and guidance of what to do and where to go. Possible factors contributing to these barriers are the lack of access to government services because limited movement and because some government agencies are operating on a skeleton workforce thus there is lack of personnel to cater to their needs. Another factor is the lack of financial resources as income-generating activities have been suspended for the whole period of the ECQ period. There is also a lack of support from the victim’s family. • From experience, is there a government good practice in responding to GBV? During COVID-Pandemic, are there also good practices? The 18 respondents were not able to experience good practice in responding to GBV prior to and during the onset of 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? 1. Improve functionality and accessibility of Barangay VAW Desks. 2. There should be an established procedure during the investigation which guarantees full and strict confidentiality. 3. Barangay VAW Desk Officers should be trained to hand VAW cases.