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The UP Mindanao Gender and Development (GAD) Office implements flagship programs that promote gender equality, inclusivity, and gender awareness across the University. These programs focus on capacity-building, advocacy, and community engagement through regular trainings, campaigns, and forums.
18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW)
The UP Mindanao GAD and ASH staff participated in the 18-Day Campaign to End VAW Ceremony led by the Integrated Gender and Development Division (IGDD) of the LGU on November 25, 2025, at the SM Annex Activity Center, Ecoland, Davao City.
In support of the campaign, the GAD Office also installed an advocacy tarpaulin within the campus to mark the observance.
Gender Sensitivity Orientation (GSO)
A series of orientation sessions conducted to promote gender awareness, respectful behavior, and understanding of GAD and Anti-Sexual Harassment (ASH) policies among members of the UP Mindanao community.
Conducted Gender Sensitivity Orientation (GSO) for Students via Zoom (September 29, 2025)
Conducted GSO for Teaching Personnel via Zoom (November 24, 2025)
Conducted GAD/ASH Orientation for First-Year Students (AY 2025), headed by Prof. Genevieve J. Quintero, GAD Coordinator, and Prof. Rodgessa A. Lopez, OASH Coordinator (August 14, 2025)
Women’s Month Celebration
An annual advocacy initiative observed by UP Mindanao to recognize women’s rights, achievements, and contributions through campus-wide participation and collaborative activities.
Participation of 50 UP Mindanao constituents in the 115th International Women’s Month Celebration Parade, in collaboration with UPMin HRDO and the Integrated Gender and Development Division (IGDD) of Davao City (March 8, 2025)
Padtray initiative, providing free sanitary napkins to UP Mindanao constituents throughout the observance
Wear Purple Fridays, encouraging the campus community to show solidarity in promoting gender equality
One Billion Rising Campaign
UP Mindanao observed the One Billion Rising Campaign through a flash mob dance after the flag ceremony, and in collaboration with student organizations
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