Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION IV-A
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE OF CAVITE PROVINCE

COLLECTIVE ACTIVITY PROJECT PROPOSAL

PROPONENT OFFICE:
FOCAL PERSON:
CONTACT NO.:
PROGRAM NAME: Gender and Development

AMOUNT REQUESTED:
Php
Fund Source: GAD Fund- MOOE
I. RATIONALE:
The Department of Education (DepEd) recognizes the crucial role of educational institutions in
promoting gender equality and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and empowering learning and working
environment for all. As mandated under Republic Act No. 9710, or the Magna Carta of Women, all
government agencies, including DepEd, are directed to adopt gender mainstreaming as a strategy to
promote women’s rights and eliminate gender-based discrimination in their respective policies,
programs, and activities.

Furthermore, the enactment of Republic Act No. 11313, also known as the Safe Spaces Act or
Bawal Bastos Law, reinforces the need for educational institutions to be proactive in addressing all
forms of gender-based sexual harassment (GBSH), not only within school premises but also in online
spaces and community settings. This law mandates all institutions to establish preventive
mechanisms, conduct capacity building on gender sensitivity, and ensure grievance procedures are in
place to address GBSH effectively.

In line with these national directives, DepEd Order No. 32, s. 2017 (Gender-Responsive Basic
Education Policy) institutionalizes gender mainstreaming in the basic education sector. It calls for the
development of a gender-responsive curriculum, learning environment, and delivery of services, as
well as the continuous capacity development of DepEd personnel in integrating GAD principles in their
day-to-day duties and responsibilities.

The necessity for such training is further underscored by recent data. According to the Philippine
Statistics Authority (PSA) and UN Women, around 1 in 4 Filipino women aged 15–49 has
experienced physical, emotional, or sexual violence. Additionally, a 2023 PCW report showed an
increase in reported cases of online sexual harassment and gender-based bullying in schools and
workplaces, particularly among women and LGBTQIA+ individuals. These figures highlight the
urgency of sustained and meaningful interventions within the education sector.

Despite these alarming statistics, studies reveal that many school personnel are either unaware of the
full scope of GAD policies or are inadequately equipped to implement them. A 2022 DepEd internal
assessment noted gaps in the consistent application of gender-fair language, grievance redress
mechanisms, and safe space protocols at the school level. Addressing these gaps requires deliberate
and structured training interventions.

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Therefore, this GAD Training aims to:

 Deepen school personnel’s understanding of key gender concepts, national laws, and DepEd
policies on gender equality;

 Equip participants with practical tools for identifying and addressing gender issues in the
school environment;

 Enhance institutional compliance with the Safe Spaces Act and the Magna Carta of Women;

 Promote a culture of gender sensitivity and respect among educators, learners, and non-
teaching personnel.

This initiative ultimately supports DepEd’s broader commitment to uphold the rights, dignity, and well-
being of all learners and personnel, regardless of sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation, thereby
building a more equitable and inclusive educational system.

II. PROPOSED ACTIVITIES FOR FY 2025

*Note: Arrange the order of your activities from most priority to least priority
A. (Title of Activity)
Understanding and Implementing RA 11313: The Safe Spaces Act in Support of Gender and
Development
A.1. Date of Conduct: A.2. Duration of Activity:
Two full days, 8 hours per day, 16 hours total
A.3. Venue/Platform: A.4. Target Participants:
Camp Pulong Gubat Wave pool, Cuenca, Personnel Male Female
Batangas/ In- person Teaching
Teaching-
related
Non-
Teaching
Total
A.5. Activity Rationale:
The conduct of the training entitled "Understanding and Implementing RA 11313: The Safe
Spaces Act in Support of Gender and Development" is anchored on the mandate of the Magna
Carta of Women (RA 9710) and DepEd Order No. 32, s. 2017, which emphasize the promotion of
gender equality and the protection of all individuals from gender-based violence and discrimination
within the education sector. With the enactment of RA 11313 or the Safe Spaces Act, schools are
required to establish preventive, protective, and responsive mechanisms to address gender-based
sexual harassment (GBSH) in various settings—including classrooms, workplaces, and digital
platforms. This training aims to capacitate school personnel on the legal provisions, institutional
responsibilities, and practical applications of the law, thereby equipping them to create safer, more
inclusive learning and working environments. Recent studies from the Philippine Commission on
Women and DepEd reveal persistent gaps in awareness and implementation of GAD-related
policies at the school level, underscoring the urgent need for this capacity-building initiative.

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A.6. Objective:
Knowledge
 Demonstrate a clear understanding of key gender concepts, including sex and gender,
gender roles, gender stereotyping, and gender-based violence.
 Identify the salient provisions of RA 9710 (Magna Carta of Women), RA 11313 (Safe
Spaces Act), and DepEd Order No. 32, s. 2017 and their implications in the school
setting.
 Recognize common gender issues in the educational environment and explain their impact
on learners and personnel.
Skills
 Apply gender-sensitive approaches in classroom management, communication, and
teaching-learning processes.
 Analyze school-based scenarios involving gender concerns and recommend appropriate,
rights-based interventions aligned with existing laws and DepEd policies.
 Facilitate or contribute to the formulation of gender-responsive school programs, grievance
mechanisms, and safe space protocols.
Attitudes
 Exhibit a proactive commitment to promoting gender equality, respect for diversity, and
inclusivity in all school activities and interactions.
 Advocate for the protection of learners and personnel from all forms of gender-based
discrimination and harassment.
 Support the continuous integration of GAD principles in school planning, implementation,
and evaluation processes.

A.7. Expected Output:

Updated or Newly Formed Committee on Decorum and Investigation (CODI)
– Documentation showing updated membership, functions, and operational guidelines, in
compliance with RA 11313.

School-Level Action Plan on GAD and Safe Spaces Implementation

– Contains specific programs, activities, and schedules to raise awareness, build capacity, and
prevent GBSH in schools.

Documentation of Conducted GAD Orientation or Echo Session

– Proof that participants shared their learnings with colleagues or stakeholders (e.g., photos,
attendance sheets, activity design).

Safe Spaces Signage or Visual Advocacy Materials

– Posters, flyers, or infographics created or designed by participants to promote awareness of RA
11313 and Safe Spaces within the school premises.

Training Evaluation Report

– Consolidated post-training assessment from participants including feedback, insights, and
recommendations for follow-through actions.

A.8. Methodology:

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Pre-Planning Activities
 Needs Assessment: Coordination with school heads and GAD focal persons to assess the
knowledge gaps and institutional readiness regarding RA 11313 and GAD integration.
 Training Design and Content Development: Crafting a program matrix, learning
objectives (KSA-based), and context-specific scenarios for case analysis.
 Resource Person Engagement: Identification and confirmation of subject matter experts
(legal, HR, GAD specialists) to deliver technical and contextualized sessions.
 Preparation of Materials and Logistics: Development of printed and digital handouts,
Safe Spaces visuals, evaluation tools, and venue readiness including health and safety
protocols.
 Participant Coordination: Issuance of invitations, dissemination of pre-reading materials,
and confirmation of attendance.
During the Training
 Interactive Lecture-Discussion: Presentations on RA 11313 provisions, DepEd GAD
policies, and responsibilities of educational institutions, coupled with Q&A sessions.
 Workshop and Group Activities: Scenario analysis, creation of school-level GAD
response plans, simulation of referral protocols, and visual advocacy material development.
 Reflection and Commitment Setting: Participants articulate personal and institutional
commitments toward safe and inclusive school environments.
 Documentation: Photo documentation, attendance monitoring, and collation of group
outputs.
Post Activities
 Echo Sessions in Schools: Participants are tasked to cascade the training content to
colleagues through formal orientation or integration in INSETs.
 Submission of Outputs: Schools will submit their updated CODI structure, GAD-
responsive ASH policies, and action plans for Safe Spaces compliance.
 Monitoring and Evaluation: Collection and analysis of training evaluation forms, conduct
of post-training assessments, and periodic follow-ups to gauge implementation progress.
 Integration in School GAD Plan: Outputs and commitments will be used to update each
school's GAD Plan and budget for proper implementation and resource allocation.

🗓 Day 1: Introduction to GAD and RA 11313

Date/ Time Activity Speaker/ Facilitator
Preliminaries
National Anthem
Invocation
8:00 – 8:30 Bagong Pilipinas Hymn
Training Secretariat
AM DepEd Quality Policy Statement
Attendance Check
Temperature check
Energizer
8:30 – 9:00
Opening Remarks and Statement of Purpose SDS / GAD Focal Person
AM
9:00 – 9:30
Overview of Objectives and Expected Outputs Training Coordinator
AM

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9:30 – 10:30 Session 1: Basic GAD Concepts and Legal PCW-Certified GAD
AM Mandates (RA 9710, CEDAW, etc.) Resource Person
10:30 – 10:45
Health Break —
AM
10:45 – 12:00 Session 2: Gender-Based Violence and GBSH:
GAD Specialist
NN Understanding the Issues
12:00 – 1:00
Lunch Break —
PM
1:00 – 2:30 Session 3: RA 11313 – The Safe Spaces Act: Legal Officer / Human
PM Provisions and Penalties Rights Advocate
2:30 – 2:45
Health Break —
PM
2:45 – 4:00
Session 4: Types and Settings of GBSH GAD Expert
PM
4:00 – 5:00
Open Forum and Synthesis of Day 1 Training Facilitator
PM
Day 2: Implementation, Compliance, and School-Based Action
Date/ Time Activity Speaker/ Facilitator
8:00 – 8:30
Recap of Day 1 and Overview of Day 2 Training Host
AM
8:30 – 10:00 Session 5: Roles of Institutions in Preventing DepEd Legal Officer / GAD
AM and Responding to GBSH Focal Person
10:00 – 10:15
Health Break —
AM
10:15 – 11:30 Session 6: Establishing CODI and Internal
HR Specialist / Legal Officer
AM Protocols
11:30 – 12:00 Workshop Orientation: Application of GAD
Workshop Facilitator
NN Tools in Schools
12:00 – 1:00
Lunch Break —
PM
1:00 – 2:30 Workshop: Scenario Analysis and School Group Work with Assigned
PM Action Plan Drafting Facilitators
2:30 – 3:30
Presentation of Outputs and Feedback Panel of Reactors
PM
3:30 – 4:30 Commitment Setting and Integration into School
GAD Focal Person
PM GAD Plan
4:30 – 5:00 Evaluation, Awarding of Certificates, and Closing CID Chief / SGOD Head /
PM Remarks Training Lead
A.9. Resource Requirement
- Workforce needed (secretariat, facilitator, program manager, documenter, Resource Persons)
- Materials needed
- Logistical Requirements

Note: If training, it is important to emphasize training norms, health & safety plan, room

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assignment, food restrictions, training venues (structure) such as ramps for PWD and senior citizen
participants, number of comfort rooms, availability of lactation, room & milk storage etc.

Specifics Quantity Remarks

Plenary Hall 1 Big hall for social distancing measures
Breakout Session Rooms -
Tables 10 For group discussions
Seats 50 Rectangular tables
Projector with Screen 1 Seats arranged in a classroom type
Microphone 2 Wireless with batteries
Food Preferences -
WIFI connection 100 Mbps, Reliable and stable

Others, specify
1 Posting boards for activities with meta cards
1 HDMI cable wire connector
1 VGA cable wire connector
Extension cords 5
*Add columns for additional activities

Program Management Team

Committee Terms of Reference Members
Executive  Spearhead the overall phases of
implementation

Program/ Planning ● Prepare all documentary

requirements such as, but not
limited to, activity proposal
● Organize and lead the whole
program flow
● Coordinate duties and
responsibilities of PMT members
● Prepare Activity Completion
Report

Attendance and ● Prepare and secure the

Certificates accomplishment of registration and
attendance sheets (whether printed
or online)
● Prepare and ensure
dissemination of certificates for

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participants and PMT members

Technical ● Collect/ prepare/ assist in

preparation and lead in playing of
audio-visual presentations and
materials to be used
● Provide technical assistance
on setting up and managing the
platform to be used for online/ virtual
activities

Documentation ● Prepare/ collect all audio-

visual presentations and materials to
be used during the event
● Prepare a narrative or news
report regarding the event
● Assist in accomplishing the
Activity Completion Report

Monitoring and ● Prepare QATAME link/ form

Evaluation/
QATAME ● Consolidate participants’
evaluation of conducted activity and
identify areas for improvement
● Provide proponent and all units
concerned with a copy of the
evaluation results with
corresponding recommendations

Safety and Security ● Secure physical and cyber-

safety and security of the
participants including the provision
and collection of Signed Parental
Consent Form if learners are
involved as participants
● Ensure observance of
appropriate health and safety
standards for physical or face-to-
face activities

Officer/s of the Day ● Manage overall flow of the

program for the day assigned

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Food Committee ● Ensure that all attendees get
served with food per meal time;
coordinate with the service
provider, all concerns relative to
food or meals

A.10. Budgetary Requirement

Fund Source: MOOE GAD FUND

EXPENSE ITEMS DETAILS OF THE EXPENSES AMOUNT

1. Venue Number of pax * cost
2. Meals
3. Honoraria
a. Speaker (or
panel of experts)
b. Facilitator
c. Moderator/
Master of
Ceremony
d. Secretariat
4. Itemized materials (e.g. hand This entry is sample only; use it as
book/handouts, certificates, guide: 5,400.00
pencil and papers, seminar kits, No. Unit Item Cost per Item
ink for printers) 45 pcs Expanded Plastic Envelope
with Handle (45 pcs* 120.00)

5. Advertising expenses n/a n/a

6. Transportation n/a n/a
a. Speaker/s
b. Staff
7. Accommodation Included in the venue and meals n/a
a. Speaker
b. Staff
8. Processing Fee (Accreditation n/a n/a
Fee)
9. Supplies and Equipment n/a n/a
10. Laboratory n/a n/a
11. VAT (12%) n/a n/a
12. Entrance Fees n/a n/a
13. Tour guide/Facilitator’s fee n/a n/a
14. Miscellaneous n/a n/a
TOTAL EXPENSES 0.00

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(Signature over Printed Name) (Signature over Printed Name)

Position: Immediate Head/Chief/Head of Office
Date: Date:

Quality Assured:

RONALYN P. SALAZAR
Senior Education Program Specialist, Human Resource Development

*Include fund and resource signatories, if applicable; if not- such as in the case of Implementing
Units and Canteen fund or SEF, delete the two signatories below.

Availability of Fund:

JOYCE L. MOJICA CHERRY D. BAYOT

Division Budget Officer Division Accountant

Recommending Approval:

DIANA P. TOPACIO, EdD ELPIDIA B. BERGADO, EdD

Chief, SGOD Chief, CID

Approved:

ROSEMARIE D. TORRES, CESO V

Schools Division Superintendent

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