Republic of the Philippines

Province of Ilocos Norte

City of Batac
BARANGAY #7 CAUNAYAN

OFFICE OF THE SANGGUNIANG BARANGAY

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF SANGGUNIANG

BARANGAY OF BARANGAY CAUNAYAN HELD ON OCTOBER 19, 2020 AT 5:30 IN THE
AFTERNOON AT THE CAUNAYAN COMMUNITY CENTER

Members Present:
Hon. Emelie Bensan Salvador Punong Barangay/Presiding Officer
Hon. Carol A. Aglipay Sangguniang Barangay Member
Hon. Nicanor I. Quemquem Sangguniang Barangay Member
Hon. Sir Yvan Augustine A. Quidang Sangguniang Barangay Member
Hon. Glenn M. Sarian Sangguniang Barangay Member
Hon. Allan M. Malabed Sangguniang Barangay Member
Hon. Emmanuel M. Quirino Sangguniang Barangay Member
Hon. Lydia N. Franco Sangguniang Barangay Member
Hon. Hanz Jeremiah Q. Yapo SK Chairman
Absent:
None

BARANGAY ORDINANCE NO. 01

Series of 2020

AUTHORED BY: SBM EMMANUEL M. QUIRINO

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE BARANGAY ANTI-VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN

AND THEIR CHILDREN (AVAWC) DESK OF BARANGAY #7 CAUNAYAN, CITY OF BATAC

WHEREAS, the state condemns discrimination against women in all its forms and pursues by all
means and without delay the policy of eliminating discrimination against women;

WHEREAS, Republic Act 9262 otherwise known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and
their Children Act of 2004 declares that the State values the dignity of women and children and
guarantees full respect for human rights. The state also recognizes the need to protect the family and its
members particularly women and children, from violence and threats to their personal safety and security;

WHEREAS, Republic Act 9710, otherwise known as the Magna Carta of Women - a
comprehensive women’s human rights law, seeks to eliminate discrimination against women by
recognizing, protecting, fulfilling and promoting the rights of Filipino Women, especially those in the
marginalized sectors;

WHEREAS, Joint Memorandum Circular No. 2010-2 dated December 9, 2010 issued by the
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), the Department of Social Work and
Development (DSWD), the Department of Health (DOH), the Department of Education (DepEd) and the
Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) provides for the guidelines and procedures in the
establishment of VAW Desks in every barangay to ensure that all forms of violence against women cases
are fully addressed in a gender-responsive manner;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Sangguniang Barangay of Barangay

Caunayan, that:

SECTION 1. DEFINITION OF TERMS.

a. Violence Against Women and their Children (VAWC) – refers to any act of gender-based
violence that results in, or is likely to result in physical, sexual, or psychological harm or
suffering to women and their children, including threats of such acts, coercion, or arbitrary
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deprivation of liberty, whether occurring in public or in private life. It shall be understood to

encompass, but not limited to, the following:

(1) Physical, sexual, psychological, and economic violence occurring in the family,
including battering, sexual abuse of female children in the household, dowry-related
violence, marital rape, and other traditional practices harmful to women, nonspousal
violence, and violence related to exploitation;

(2) Physical, sexual, and psychological violence occurring within the general community,
including rape, sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and intimidation at work, in educational
institutions and elsewhere, trafficking in women, and prostitution; and

(3) Physical, sexual, and psychological violence perpetrated or condoned by the State,
wherever it occurs. It also includes acts of violence against women as defined in Republic
Act No. 9208 and 9262. Under the Magna Carta of Women, this term is used
interchangeably with gender-based violence.

b. VAWC Desk - refers to a facility that would address VAWC cases in a gender-responsive
manner, managed by an officer designated by the Punong Barangay. It is situated in the barangay
hall in the absence of the barangay hall.

c. VAWC Desk Officer - refers to a person trained in gender sensitive handling of cases,
preferably a woman Barangay Kagawad or woman Barangay Tanod.

SECTION 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF VAWC DESK. The Punong Barangay shall designate an

area within the Barangay Hall for the VAWC Desk and shall provide the necessary furniture and fixtures
such as, but not limited to table, chairs, separate filing cabinet and log book for record-keeping of cases
and shall ensure the confidentiality of the case and privacy and safety of the victim-survivor.

SECTION 3. DESIGNATION OF VAWC DESK OFFICER. The Punong Barangay shall

designate a VAWC Desk Officer who is trained in gender sensitive handling of cases, preferably
a woman Barangay Kagawad or woman Barangay Tanod. In cases where there are no trained
personnel, ensure that the person assigned shall undergo basic gender sensitivity training and
orientation on anti-VAWC laws.

SECTION 4. FUNCTIONS OF THE BARANGAY VAWC DESK – The VAWC Desk shall
perform the following tasks:

a. Respond to gender-based violence cases brought to the barangay;

b. Record the number of gender-based violence handled by the barangay and submit a quarterly
report on all cases of VAWC to the DILG City Field Office and the City Social Welfare
Development Office (CSWDO);

c. Keep VAWC case records confidential and secured, and ensure that only authorized personnel
can access it;

d. Assist victims of VAWC in securing Barangay Protection Order (BPO) and access necessary
services;

e. Develop the barangay’s gender-responsive plan in addressing gender based violence, including
support services, capacity building and referral system;

f. Coordinate with and refer cases to government agencies, non-government organizations

(NGOs), institutions, and other service providers as necessary;

g. Address other forms of abuse committed against women, especially senior citizens, women
with disabilities, and other marginalized groups;

h. Lead advocacies on the elimination of VAWC in the community; and

i. Perform other related functions as may be assigned.

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SECTION 5. PROTOCOL IN HANDLING VAWC CASES - The following protocols shall

be observed by the VAWC desk officer when responding to VAWC situations:

a. A VAWC victim-survivor is accompanied by someone to the barangay or the victim herself

goes to the barangay.

1. Make the woman (and children, if applicable) comfortable in a safe and private room
giving her water and other immediate needs, if any;

2. Assess the situation and get initial information to determine the risks on hand and if
immediate medical attention is needed. If so, facilitate referral to the nearest medical
facility;

3. After the victim-survivor has stabilized, conduct of an investigation in a gender

sensitive and non-judgmental manner in a language understood by her;

4. Inform her of her rights and the remedies available and the processes involved
particularly in relation to the BPO. Assist her to file application, if she decides to have a
BPO;

5. Record the incident using the national VAWC documentation system barangay form;

6. If victim-survivor desires to be in a safe shelter, seek the assistance of the other

Barangay Officials, Barangay Tanod or the police in getting her belongings and refer to a
shelter or women’s center or to the CSWDO;

7. Assist the victim-survivor to file for a temporary protection order (TPO) or permanent
protection order (PPO) with the nearest Family Court within 24 hours after issuance of
the BPO, if the victim-survivor so desires or she applies directly for a TPO/PPO instead
of a BPO;

8. Report the incident within four (4) hours to the PNP and the CSWDO.

b. A victim-survivor of VAWC is reported by a community member.

1. Verify the information and if needed, seek assistance from the PNP;

2. Assess the situation and facilitate the rescue of the victim-survivor when necessary to
ensure her safety, and when applicable the safety of her children;

3. Inform the victim-survivor about her rights and remedies available particularly the
BPO and its processes. Assist her to apply for a BPO, if she so desires;

4. Refer victim-survivor for medical care and temporary shelter and other needs when
needed based on the assessment done;

5. Record the incident using the national VAWC documentation system barangay form;

6. If not done earlier, report the incident within four (4) hours to the PNP and the
CSWDO.

c. For rape, trafficking in persons and other cases which do not fall under the jurisdiction of the
barangay, assist the victim-survivor to file a complaint at the PNP Women and Children
Protection Center or the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI).

SECTION 6. RECORDING AND REPORTING SYSTEM - Proper record keeping and

regular reporting by the VAWC Desk Officer are important to keep track of VAWC incidents and
to generate data. The relevance of the data will help in determining and developing needed
remedies effective advocacy program and better laws and policies addressing VAWC. All records
pertaining to cases of violence against women and their children shall be held confidential. The
VAWC Desk must use the prescribed VAWC Documents Form (RA 9262 Annexes). The
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Barangay VAWC Desk Officer shall submit a quarterly report on all the cases of VAWC to
CLGOO and to the CSWDO.

SECTION 7. FUNDING REQUIREMENTS - The cost of the establishment and operations of

the VAWC Desk shall be charged under the Barangay Gender and Development (GAD) budget which is
at least five percent (5%) of the Annual Barangay budget.

SECTION 6. SEPARABILITY CLAUSE. If for any reason or reasons, any portion or provision
of this Ordinance or the application of such provision to any person or circumstances is declared invalid,
all other parts or provisions not affected shall thereby continue to remain in full force and effect.

SECTION 7. REPEALING CLAUSE. All ordinances, executive orders, rules and regulations
or part thereof that are inconsistent with this Ordinance are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

SECTION 8. EFFECTIVITY CLAUSE. This Ordinance shall take effect upon approval.

ENACTED THIS 19th day of October, 2020.

VOTING PROFILE:
AYES: Hons. Aglipay, Quemquem, Quidang, Sarian, Malabed, Quirino, Franco, Yapo
NAYS: NONE
ABSTENTION: NONE

I HEREBY CERTIFY that this Ordinance was finally passed on its Third and Final Reading by
the Sangguniang Barangay of Caunayan, City of Batac this 19 th day of October, 2020.

MARIA LIZA J. DE LOS SANTOS

Barangay Secretary

ATTESTED:

EMELIE BENSAN SALVADOR

Punong Barangay