Women participants show off their culinary skills during the Mother’s Love Cooking Contest in Siquijor. (PIA7 Siquijor)
LARENA, Siquijor (PIA) — The provincial government of Siquijor reaffirmed its commitment to empower women as it celebrated the National Women’s Month on March 7, 2025.
During the provincial celebration, lawyer Dale Tudtud, provincial chief of staff and provincial tourism officer, highlighted the importance of recognizing the invaluable contributions women make to society every day.
“This is truly your day, your time to shine. Women’s Day is the day women should be highlighted for how unique, beautiful, perfect, and how worthy each and single individual is,” said Tudtud.
He also reaffirmed the province’s commitment to empower women.
“The Capitol and the office are open for your plans, for your actions, to clear your thoughts, we are really here for you. Please do not be ashamed, do not be afraid, we are always here. There is no discrimination, we care for you,” Tudtud said.
The provincial government’s celebration, which took place at the Dugokanan sa Kapitolyo, aimed to acknowledge the achievements of women in the province.
The event featured a marching band competition exclusively for girls to showcase the talent and dedication of young women in music.
Candaping National High School emerged as the winner during the competition.
The festivities continued with a Modern Dance competition where the Municipality of Siquijor won the top prize.
A Mother’s Love Cooking Contest highlighted the culinary skills of mothers, with San Juan town adjudged as the winner for their dish of “Ginataang Indangan,” which consists of fish with coconut milk and vegetables.
A photography contest was also held for women photographers to showcase their stories through visual art.
This year’s National Women’s Month banners the theme: “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas.” (RAC/PIA7 Siquijor with reports from Katrina Bation and Jesseniah Faye Tumapon/Provincial Science High School)
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