CLSU Gender and Development Office

07/05/2026

📢 ANNOUNCEMENT | GAD-FAPS SCHOLARS

The stipend for the 2nd Semester, A.Y. 2025–2026 is now available at the CLSU Cashier’s Office – Window No. 4. Kindly bring your CLSU Student ID for verification.

Thank you. 💚

30/04/2026

: On April 30, 1937, Filipino women won the right of suffrage through a herstoric national plebiscite, with 447,725 (90%) voting “Yes,” surpassing the required 300,000 votes.

To honor this milestone and sustain its democratic spirit, a day was set aside for Filipino women to renew their advocacy and commitment to clean, honest, and free elections and to pursue these efforts with greater zeal. In 1984, Proclamation No. 2346 declared April 30 of every year as Woman Suffrage Day to encourage continued advocacy for electoral integrity.

As we mark the 89th anniversary of this milestone, we are reminded that while women have gained the right to vote, the work toward true gender equality continues—especially in ensuring more women are empowered and represented in decision-making spaces. There can be no full democracy if half of the population remains underrepresented.

To all Filipino voters, especially women: our foremothers fought for and won this right—let us continue to use it responsibly. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲. Let us choose leaders who are guided by competence, integrity, and a strong commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Let us exercise this right freely, wisely, and meaningfully.

30/04/2026

27/04/2026

ENROLLMENT IS ONGOING

Enrollment for SY 2026-2027 is now ongoing! Submit the required documents and secure your spot on or before May 15, 2026.

For more inquiries, please visit the GAD-Child Development Center at CLSU.

We are looking forward to welcome our new learners.

22/04/2026

𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢 𝐝𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐥 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞!

Tandaan, maging ang gender-based s*xual harassment na ginagawa online ay sakop ng RA 11313 o Safe Spaces Act. Ibig sabihin nito, maging sa digital world, dapat lahat tayo ay ligtas at walang harassed!

Para sa karagdagang impormasyon tungkol sa Safe Spaces Act, bisitahin ang https://pcw.gov.ph/faq-republic-act-no-11313/ .

22/04/2026

𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤: 𝐆𝐍𝐂 𝐎𝐒𝐀 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐂𝐋𝐒𝐔 𝐆𝐀𝐃 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬

On April 21, 2026, Guagua National College (GNC) from Pampanga visited Central Luzon State University (CLSU) for a benchmarking activity focused on the university’s Gender and Development (GAD) programs and student services. The event was held at the Old Administration Building Conference Room.

During the event, Mr. Mark Bryan T. Gusi presented the history of the CLSU GAD, its organizational structure, and the salient features of its initiatives.

A key focus of the visit was the formulation and implementation of the GAD Focal Point System (GFPS). Dr. Mercedita M. Reyes, GAD Director, emphasized that the university’s GFPS structure is anchored on Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Memorandum Order No. 1, s. 2015, which sets guidelines for establishing GAD mechanisms in higher education institutions.

Dr. Reyes also addressed questions about the official stationing of the GAD program. She recommended maintaining separate offices for GAD and the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) to ensure more focused direction and more efficient program implementation.

Ms. Loreta P. Sugue, Assistant at the GAD Child Development Center, presented an overview of the center’s operations, highlighting its services and its important role in supporting the university community.

Matters concerning student services were also discussed, with particular attention to the student council's structure. Assoc. Prof. Rochelle Ann V. Pararuan, faculty member and representative from the Office of Student Affairs, clarified the council’s organizational framework and operational processes.

As part of the visit, the GNC delegation toured the GAD Child Development Center to observe the project’s setup and also visited the OSA building to better understand the university’s student support facilities.

The benchmarking activity further strengthened institutional ties between GNC and CLSU, fostering collaboration and the exchange of best practices in gender advocacy and student development services.

08/04/2026

🎉✨ Congratulations to the WINNERS of the 2026 National Women’s Month: Bida ka Juana Corner!

Your stories, creativity, and passion truly embody the strength, resilience, and brilliance of every Juana. 💜

Thank you to everyone who participated and celebrated women empowerment with us.

Sama-sama nating itaguyod ang pagkakapantay-pantay at pagkilala sa kakayahan ng bawat babae!

31/03/2026

IN PHOTOS | Sen. Hontiveros Joins Discussion on University Safe Spaces

Central Luzon State University (CLSU), through the University Supreme Student Council (USSC) and the CLSU Paruparong Bukid Organization, hosted another series of the “Hue Belong: Inclusive Education for All” which promoted equality and a sense of belongingness within the academic community, held on March 30, 2026, at the FPJ Communication Hall.

As the event’s guest of honor, Senator Risa Hontiveros, the primary author of the Safe Spaces Act, delivered a powerful message on the need to eliminate harassment in all environments. She emphasized that fostering an inclusive culture is not the duty of a few, but a collective obligation.

“Lahat tayo ay responsible for providing safe spaces. Lahat tayo ay may papel dito. Sa paraan ng pakikinig natin, pagtrato sa isa’t isa. Kahit sa maliliit na bagay lang pwede tayong mag ambag… Ang pagpili na umintindi bago manghusga,” Sen. Hontiveros stated.

She further stressed, “Kung gusto natin mag build ng inclusive education and safe spaces, we need to be intentional. Kailangan may conscious effort na gawing mas maayos, mas ligtas, at mas inclusive ang bawat espasyo, dahil ang inclusivity ay commitment.”

One of the highlights of the event was the "couch session," which brought together diverse perspectives on community leadership and the policies and movements aimed at eliminating discrimination and harassment.

Joining Sen. Hontiveros on the panel were Dr. Ravelina Velasco, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Hon. Baby Armi Alvarez, Mayor of the Science City of Muñoz; and Mx. Chloe Castillo, Head of the CLSU Paruparong Bukid Organization.

The discussion further underscored the importance of speaking up, seeking help, and institutionalizing protections for student well-being.

This ensures that "inclusive education" translates into tangible safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community and the wider student body.
The forum concluded with a meet-and-greet session, allowing representatives from various student organizations, the university administration, and other groups across Nueva Ecija to raise their concerns and present their advocacies directly to the senator.

30/03/2026

🌸Healthy Mommy, Healthy Baby: A Nutrition Talk for Pregnant and Nursing Mothers🌸

In celebration of National Women’s Month, we invite all pregnant and nursing mothers to join us for a meaningful and empowering morning dedicated to maternal and child health.

Motherhood is a beautiful journey—one that requires strength, care, and proper nourishment. This special nutrition talk aims to provide essential knowledge on healthy eating, proper nutrients, and practical tips to support both mom and baby during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Because when moms are healthy, babies thrive too. 💕

🗓 March 31, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Let’s come together to celebrate women’s strength, nurture healthy families, and promote wellness in our community. This is your time to learn, grow, and prioritize your health—for you and your little one.

We look forward to seeing all amazing moms and moms-to-be there! 💐

30/03/2026

𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤: 𝐂𝐋𝐒𝐔 𝐆𝐀𝐃 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬

The CLSU Gender and Development Office successfully conducted its two-day Training on Gender Sensitivity and Gender and Development Analysis for Focal Point System Members on March 25-26, 2026, at the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management Lounge.

The activity brought the Focal Point System Members together with a strong focus on equipping everyone, especially the newly designated GAD Focal Persons, with the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out their roles effectively.

On the first day, participants learned the basics of gender sensitivity. The session was led by Dr. Presley V. De Vera, a member of Philippine Commission on Women’s National GAD resource Pool, who explained simple but important ideas about gender and gender and development concepts, the process of gender socialization, the concepts of s*xual orientation, gender identity, expression and s*x characteristics (SOGIESC) and the gender issues that still prevails now a days.

The second day focused on gender analysis, allowing participants to deepen their understanding on gender mainstreaming concepts, and gender analysis as the foundation steps in gender mainstreaming. This is particularly important for new members of the GAD Focal Point System, as they are tasked not only with implementing initiatives but also with ensuring that these initiatives address gender gaps and respond to the needs of diverse stakeholders. For new members, this session gave them practical knowledge they can use in their own offices.

The program started with the welcoming message of Dr. Mercedita Reyes and ended with the awarding of certificates and closing remarks from Ms. Vanessa Morales. Overall, the activity helped strengthen the knowledge and confidence of new GAD focal persons, preparing them to support and promote gender and development programs in the university.