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Gender equality is a significant issue in the Philippine society that deserves attention. Women have been experiencing various forms of discrimination, ranging from pay gaps to abusive behaviors. In fact, based on the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), women earn less than men for the same job position. For instance, in 2017, the median salary of female employees was only 82.5% of what males received. Moreover, women are also more likely to experience street and sexual harassment, according to the survey conducted by the Social Weather Stations (SWS). It is time for us to recognize the importance of gender equality and work together to achieve a society where men and women can have the same opportunities and rights.