● 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.
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