CWD Joins Women’s Month Celebration
The Casiguran Water District (CWD) joined the celebration of Women’s Month by conducting a gift-giving activity on March 8, 2024, organized by Gender and Development (GAD) focal chairperson Ms. Ruby R. Buban. The worldwide celebration of Women’s Month aims, among others, to promote awareness of gender biases. One hundred pre-selected women of Casiguran were the beneficiaries.
The gifts given were grocery items contained in a pail, consisting of noodles, canned goods, rice, biscuit and sugar, expected to augment the daily provision needs of families. While the gifts may not have been grand, they were greatly appreciated by the selected women, who were mostly impoverished and have less in life. Additionally, bouquets were also given to the women employees of Casiguran Water District as a token of appreciation.
CWD has been consistent over the years in conducting this kind of activity, considered not only as GAD-related but also a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program.
Before the actual giving of gifts, a short program was conducted. GM Eduardo P. Tejada, in his message, expressed gratitude to CWD employees who designed the program and prepared everything for the success of the activity. He emphasized the value of women in workplaces and in the community, highlighting the significance of equality. He personally thanked the attendees for celebrating Women’s Month 2024 with CWD and acknowledged the support of Mayor Maria Minez Hamor for always supporting the district.
Director Mamerto D. Te emphasized in his message, which was reflected on the story of Adam and Eve, the significance of remembering the importance of equality between men and women. He encouraged everyone to strive to treat one another with respect, dignity, and love, recognizing that we are all created in the image of God. He also reinforced the essence of working together to build a society where gender equality is not just a principle, but a reality lived out in our daily lives.
Director Neney V. Labalan also graced the occasion and led the distribution of the grocery packs. CWD employees came in full force and handed the prepared items to the beneficiaries, emphasizing the significance of equality and inclusivity in their actions.
Director Eduardo T. Frivaldo, in his message, stated that women are very important component of any community; a vital cog for progress. He promised that CWD would continue to honor, respect, and give importance to women in any way possible.