Voice of America: Philippines Wins Accolades for Gender Equality; With Reservations

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Philippines Wins Accolades for Gender Equality; With Reservations Sep 30th 2013, 20:11, by webdesk@voanews.com (Jason Strother) The Philippines scores high in global surveys on gender equality. But some women there say the reports do not tell the whole story. Women make up a quarter of Philippine elected officials in both the Senate and House of Representatives. Lawmaker Senator Grace Poe, 45, says it is an accomplishment she feels proud of.   "In terms of our neighbors here in Southeast Asia or even in the world, the Philippines - when it comes to women in leadership positions - is doing very well," ... Media files: 7C9A2666-6F79-46BC-A4AB-5FD9AD8D46CF_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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