TESDA Bulacan Celebrates 2025 National Women’s Month with Empowerment and Livelihood Initiatives
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Bulacan actively participated in the 2025 National Women’s Month celebration with the theme “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas.” The month-long celebration featured a series of activities aimed at promoting women’s empowerment and gender equality.
To mark this significant occasion, TESDA Bulacan integrated the All-Women Cast Lupang Hinirang Music Video during the Flag Raising Ceremony for the month of March, as a tribute to the vital role of women in nation-building. Various initiatives were implemented throughout the month, including the distribution of information materials showcasing TESDA’s gender-responsive programs and services, the display of the National Women’s Month Celebration (NWMC) banner across TESDA Bulacan offices, and active participation in the #PurpleFridays and #PurpleYourIcon campaign by wearing purple every Friday to signify support for gender equality.
Reaffirming its commitment to women’s empowerment, TESDA Bulacan conducted livelihood training programs for women and persons with disabilities (PWDs). On March 15, 2025, a Longanisa and Tocino Making training was held at Heart of Jesus and Mary Parish, San Felipe Subdivision, Mojon, Malolos City. Led by Trainer Ms. Rosana Recio, the session was attended by 24 participants who gained valuable skills in meat processing.
Following this, on March 21, 2025, TESDA Bulacan organized a Peanut Butter and Tomato Jam Making training at Bambang Covered Court, Bambang, Bocaue, Bulacan. This initiative was conducted in partnership with the PWD Federation President, Sangguniang Barangay ng Bambang, and the Pamahalaang Bayan ng Bocaue. The training, facilitated by Trainer Lea Ocampo, was attended by 34 participants eager to enhance their livelihood opportunities.
Leading up to the culminating event, additional activity was conducted to further promote gender equality and women’s empowerment. On March 25, 2025, the Community-Based Trainers’ Association of Bulacan (CBTAB), led by its President, Mr. Alfred DC. Santos, organized a one-day program titled “Serbisyo ni CBTAB para kay TESDA.” The initiative provided free services, including chair massage, manicure, eyebrow shaping, and haircuts, as a way of giving back to the TESDA community.
To conclude the month-long celebration, TESDA Bulacan conducted a special event on March 27, 2025, at the RTCCL Gymnasium RSDC Compound, Tabang, Guiguinto, Bulacan. TESDA Bulacan Supervising TESD Specialist, Ms. Daisy C. Superior, led the opening ceremony and delivered an inspiring message on the significance of women’s empowerment and inclusivity in nation-building. Former TESDA Bulacan Provincial Director, Ms. Melanie Grace T. Romero, also joined the celebration, reconnecting with her former colleagues.
The celebration continued with a Color Run, with active participation from TESDA Bulacan officials and personnel, followed by a Fire Drill Orientation and Palarong Pinoy as part of TESDA Bulacan’s efforts to integrate Gender and Development (GAD) into health and wellness. These activities further fostered camaraderie, preparedness, and resilience among the participants.
The 2025 National Women’s Month celebration at TESDA Bulacan was a success, highlighting the agency’s unwavering commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment. Through a series of meaningful activities, the event not only recognized the invaluable contributions of women across all sectors but also fostered a sense of unity, resilience, and inclusivity within the TESDA community.
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