04/08/2025
๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ง๐ ๐ ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐๐ง ๐ง๐จ๐๐ฌ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ณ๐ฉ๐ข ๐จ๐ซ๐๐ข๐ง๐๐ง๐๐ ๐ฅ๐จ๐๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ณ๐ข๐ง๐ '๐๐๐ฐ๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐จ๐ฌ' ๐ฅ๐๐ฐ
(Legazpi City, August 4, 2025) The Sangguniang Panlalawigan ng Albay (SPA) has approved Legazpi City ordinance localizing the implementation of the 'bawal bastos' law.
This legislative measure was enacted through Provincial Resolution No. 014-2025, declaring the city ordinance valid and operative, and allocating funds for its implementation.
According to 3rd District Board Member Wilfredo V. Maronilla, the measure aims to address gender-based sexual harassment in various settings including public spaces, online platforms, workplaces, and educational institutions.
The ordinance seeks to prevent behaviors such as catcalling, unwanted sexual advances, stalking, and offensive gestures, thereby fostering safer environments.
Overall, its localization aims to create safer, more equitable, and secure environments by preventing harassment in both public and private spheres.
CMDacoro, Albay PIO