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Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) took a significant stand against gender-based violence with a panel discussion entitled โBreaking the Silence: A Multisectoral Approach to Combating Gender Violenceโ at the Student and Alumni Center Amphitheater, 25 November, as part of the nationwide 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC).ย
The program commenced with a series of talks that set a solemn tone for the day and brought together University leaders, educators, staff, and students. Dr. Ma. Theresa B. Nardo, Director of the Gender and Development (GAD) Office, delivered welcome remarks, followed by an inspirational message from the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) Dean, Dr. Lavina Gracia M. Ramirez, who represented Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs (VP ASA), Dr. Sonny DC. Torres. Their speeches emphasized the Universityโs institutional role in preventing violence and supporting survivors, framing the dayโs discussions as a critical component of TAU's advocacy.
The core of the event was a robust panel discussion featuring experts from various offices within the University. The panel, facilitated by Ms. Faith G. Santos, included Dr. Nardo; Mr. Nelmar A. Mallari, Chief of Information Unit; Ms. Erika R. Prado, Chief of the Inclusion Unit; and Mr. Johndhel C. Dela Cruz, Communications Development Officer. This diverse composition highlighted the need for a unified response to effectively combat gender violence.