Making Space

In this episode, we talk to Mayor Trina Firmalo-Fabic of Odiongan, Romblon and Mayor Krisel Lagman-Luistro of Tabaco, Albay, members of Angat Bayi, a group that recognizes the fundamental value of women's political participation in governance.

Are constructing new bathrooms and giving sewing classes enough to welcome girls in high schools that are so used to being all-boys? Rappler explores the topic with La Salle Green Hills and Ateneo Senior High School alumni.

In this episode, Michelle Abad speaks to Sharmila Parmanand, a PhD candidate for gender studies at the University of Cambridge who argues that both perspectives on sex work in the law are problematic, as they deny people engaged in sex work from their political agency.

In this episode of Making Space, Rappler speaks to two editors-in-chief of university student publications: Mel Joseph Castro of UP Cebu's Tug-ani, and Klenia Mendiola of Holy Angel University's The Angelite.

With the Philippine health system overwhelmed by the ongoing pandemic, are there enough resources to cater to non-coronavirus concerns?

In this episode, Rappler explores protection of women and children from violence amid lockdown with Save the Children Philippines.

Why are there jobs 'for men' or 'for women'? Why are some strong woman leaders 'too aggressive'? Rappler explores gender issues in the workplace with PBCWE executive director Julia Abad and WiTech founder Audrey Pe.

What can be done about the alarming rates of adolescent pregnancies in the Philippines? We explore the topic with insights from Oxfam Pilipinas' Erika Geronimo

What challenges lie ahead for Lumad children after the closure of 54 Lumad schools in late 2019? Listen as Rappler's Samantha Bagayas and Bonz Magsambol unpack the answer with Save Our Schools Network's Rius Valle

Reporters Sofia Tomacruz and Amanda Lago talk to Elda Almario, a woman who took her abuser and former employer to court after being sexually harassed in the workplace