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Safe Cities Metro Manila is led by Quezon City, joining 24 cities globally to stop street harassment & sexual violence in public spaces: #freefromfear!

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Huwag maging bastos.
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Women, girls and the LGBT should live free from fear. Our streets and public spaces should be safe and free from harassment. You are part of the solution.
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“All of us have to recognize that being a man is first and foremost being a good human. That means being responsible, working hard, being kind, respectful, compassionate.” huffpost.com/entry/barack-ob… via @HuffPostPol

Barack Obama Talks About Toxic Masculinity And ‘Being A Man’

The former president and NBA star Steph Curry spoke about the need for young men of color to create spaces “to talk about vulnerabilities” at a California event.

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"Catcalling and other forms of harassment against women should not be blamed on their clothing," says Philippine National Police (PNP) spokesperson Senior Supt. Bernard Banac. goo.gl/G4Kzqf

Catcalling should not be blamed on women’s clothing, says PNP | Inquirer News

Catcalling and other forms of harassment against women should not be blamed on their clothing, Philippine National Police (PNP) spokesperson Senior Supt. Bernard Banac said Friday.

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#SafeCities: Roundtable discussion on reporting cases of sexual harassment pscp.tv/w/byEeHDMyMjUxNnwxbk…

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#SafeCities: Roundtable discussion on reporting cases of sexual harassment

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HAPPENING NOW: Roundtable Discussion on Reporting Cases of Sexual Harassment with @rapplerdotcom
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“It’s time people started talking about consent.” theguardian.com/world/2019/j…

'Time to start talking about consent': Thailand's nascent #MeToo moment

A web project that let people share stories of sexual assault is growing into an influential force for change

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Join @UN_Women @SafeCitiesMM and @UNFPAph as we launch the #DontTellMeHowToDress exhibit. The exhibit will be at Rockwell Business Center Sheridan, Mandaluyong City from Jan 25-Feb 25, 2018. #EndVAW #SafeCities
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Unlike physical abuse, emotional abuse can be subtle and can often go undetected by victims, as well as their friends and family. #SafeCities #FreeFromFear huffpost.com/entry/behaviors… via @HuffPostLife

5 Behaviors That Seem 'Normal' But Could Be Signs Of Emotional Abuse

Emotional abusers "groom" victims using kindness and affection. They win you over, then they turn on you.

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Child sexual abuse may be scary to think about, but it’s an important topic to address with kids of all ages. #SafeCities #FreeFromFear huffingtonpost.com/entry/how…
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The House of Representatives approved House Bill (HB) 8794 or the "Safe Street, Public and Online Spaces Act," a bill that would penalize catcalling and other forms of street harassment. #SafeCities #FreeFromFear goo.gl/5rEbQ6

House OKs bill criminalizing catcalling, street harassment

The bill would impose hefty fines and jail time for those caught sexually harassing others in public or online

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Looking back at 16 Days of Activism, we are happy we oranged the Philippines! We would like to thank everyone who joined us in making the world even more orange and making #HearMeToo even louder🧡 #SafeCities #FreeFromFear goo.gl/B154pX

Hundreds of people ‘orange’ Manila during 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence

Hundreds of women’s rights supporters bicycled around Manila’s historic walled area and bathed a government building in orange light as they joined in the global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-...

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5 million women in India joined hands in massive peaceful protest to end violent agitations against women and advocate for gender equality. goo.gl/Pn2K4n

Indian women just did a remarkable thing – they formed a wall of protest | Snigdha Poonam

They were asserting their right to enter the Sabarimala temple in Kerala – and have given hope for women’s rights in India, says Snigdha Poonam, a journalist based in Delhi

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ATM: @qcgovt is hosting the #DontTellMeHowToDress Exhibit from December 17, 2018 to January 15, 2019.
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ATM: QC Learning Forum on Managing Cases on SHiPS and Sexual Violence against Women and Girls. Attended by barangay tanods of 142 QC brgys & WCPC, the forum aimed at ensuring gender-sensitive and effective case management of SHiPS and making reporting accessible to women. #EndVAW
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ATM: Quezon City Learning Forum on Managing Cases on Sexual Harassment in Public Spaces and Sexual Violence against Women and Girls. Representatives from 142 QC Barangay GAD officers have gathered to discuss how they can make reporting accessible to women. #HearMeToo #SafeCities
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On November 25, International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, #RespetoNaman officially launched the Philippine #DontTellMeHowToDress Exhibit with founder, @cindysirinya at Power Plant Mall, Makati.
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Thank you all who came out to cycle with us towards a violence-free world for women and girls! @UN_Women @SafeCitiesMM, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium, organized a bike rally and lit up @Intramuros in orange on Nov 24, 2018. #HearMeToo #EndVAW
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#RespetoNaman is a Nationwide Campaign Against GBV. As inspired by the global #MeToo, and #TimesUp Movement and Thailand’s #DontTellMeHowToDress Movement, it will focus on bringing the issue into the mainstream and empowering women to rise up against all forms of GBV!
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Everyone deserves respect. We deserve respect. In line with this year's 16-day campaign against gender-based violence, we are launching #RespetoNaman Follow our campaign page below to learn more and join the movement! facebook.com/RespetoNamanPH
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