7 Local Women's Organizations

List of women’s organizations in the Philippines you definitely need to know about!

Every March, the world comes together to celebrate women. This year, we’re paying homage to different women who’ve established women organizations for the betterment of Filipinas all over the country.

These are 7 local women’s organizations in the Philippines you should definitely know about!

1. Gabriela Philippines

Gabriela Philippines is a women’s organization that advocates for women’s rights and gender equality in the Philippines. The organization has over 700,000 members and works at the national and local levels to promote women’s empowerment, end violence against women, and improve the living conditions of women and girls.

Gabriela Philippines was founded in 1984 by a group of women and has since become one of the most influential voices for women’s rights in the Philippines. Gabriela Philippines is committed to working with marginalized women and girls, including indigenous women, workers’ wives, and women living in poverty.

2. CARA Welfare Philippines

CARA Welfare Philippines is a national organization that provides services to pregnant women and mothers with young children. The organization offers health and social services, as well as programs that promote early childhood development and maternal health. CARA also advocates for policies that improve the lives of women and children in the Philippines.

CARA Welfare Philippines was founded in 1978 and has since helped over 1 million pregnant women and mothers with young children. The organization is based in Quezon City and has offices throughout the country. CARA Welfare Philippines works with local communities to meet the needs of women and children and has partnerships with other organizations that share its values.

3. Women’s Education, Development, and Research Association (WEDRA)

Women’s Education, Development, and Research Association (WEDRA) is a women’s organization in the Philippines that focuses on education and empowerment. WEDRA provides scholarships to poor girls and young women, as well as training and education programs that promote gender equality and women’s empowerment.

WEDRA was founded in 1992 and is based in Cebu City. The organization has worked to educate over 15,000 girls and young women. WEDRA believes that education is the key to empowering women and improving their lives and works to provide educational opportunities for women who would otherwise not have access to them.

4. Women’s Crisis Center (WCC)

Women’s Crisis Center (WCC) is a women’s organization in the Philippines that provides support to victims of violence. The center offers counseling and therapy services, as well as legal and financial assistance to women who have experienced violence. WCC also provides training and education programs on violence against women and advocates for policies that improve the safety of women in the Philippines.

Women’s Crisis Center was founded in 1984 and is based in Quezon City. The center has helped over 60,000 victims of violence since its inception. WCC believes that violence against women is a human rights violation and works to provide support and assistance to victims of violence.

5. Pambansang Koalisyon ng Kababaihan sa Kanayunan  (PKKK)

Pambansang Koalisyon ng Kababaihan sa Kanayunan (PKKK) is a national organization of women in the Philippines that works to promote women’s rights and gender equality. The organization advocates for policy reforms that improve the status of women in the Philippines and provides training and education programs on gender issues.

PKKK was founded in 1990 and is based in Manila. The organization has over 200,000 members and works with other women’s organizations to advocate for women’s rights. PKKK is committed to improving the status of women in the Philippines and works to promote gender equality through education and advocacy.

6. Bahaginan

Bahaginan is a national organization of women in the Philippines that works to promote social and economic justice for women. The organization provides training and education programs on gender and social justice issues, as well as legal assistance to women who have experienced violence or abuse. Bahaginan also advocates for policy reforms that improve the status of women in the Philippines.

Bahaginan was founded in 1998 and is based in Manila. The organization has over 100,000 members and works with other women’s organizations to advocate for women’s rights. Bahaginan is committed to promoting social and economic justice for women in the Philippines and works to provide education and assistance to women who need it.

7. Samahan ng mga Progresibong Kababaihan (SPARK)

Last on our list of women’s organizations in the Philippines is Samahan ng mga Progresibong Kababaihan (SPARK). Their mission is to promote gender equality and social justice. The organization provides training and education programs on gender and social justice issues, as well as legal assistance to women who have experienced violence or abuse. SPARK also advocates for policy reforms that improve the status of women in the Philippines.

SPARK was founded in 2004 and is based in Manila. The organization has over 10,000 members and works with other women’s organizations to advocate for women’s rights. SPARK is committed to promoting gender equality and social justice for women in the Philippines and works to provide education and assistance to women who need it.

These are just 7 of the numerous women’s organizations in the Philippines that have worked hard to make a difference in every Filipinas lives. We thank them for paving the way and making the Philippines a better place for women!

Building from the work of these amazing women, InLife has launched the InLife Sheroes Movement which champions financial empowerment and provide equal opportunities by enabling more Filipinas to pursue financial literacy. By providing access to financial literacy, women can become more confident in managing finances and making the right financial decisions for their family.

Say #InAko and be part of the movement!