| dc.description.abstract | This research examines gender equality in the Philippines through a case study
of the Gabriela Women’s Party and its role within Transnational Advocacy Networks
from 2017 to 2020. The study focuses on how Gabriela utilized international linkages,
solidarity movements, and advocacy campaigns to advance women’s rights and
improve community welfare. During this period, the Philippines experienced both
progress and setbacks in gender equality, as reflected in its fluctuating rankings in the
World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Index—from 10th in 2017 to 17th in
2020. These shifts, alongside the enactment of gender-related legislation such as the
Expanded Maternity Leave Act (2019) and the Safe Spaces Act (2019), provide a
crucial backdrop for analyzing the influence of feminist advocacy.
Using the framework of Transnational Advocacy Networks, this research explores the
strategies, contributions, and limitations of Gabriela Women’s Party in bridging local
women’s struggles with global feminist movements. The findings highlight how
Gabriela leveraged international solidarity to amplify women’s voices, strengthen
grassroots mobilization, and pressure policymakers to address gender-based
inequalities. At the same time, the study identifies the challenges faced by Gabriela,
including political opposition, resource limitations, and shrinking civic spaces.
This research contributes to the understanding of how transnational advocacy can serve
as a powerful tool for advancing gender equality and community welfare in the
Philippines. It underscores the importance of linking local activism with global
networks to ensure sustainable progress in women’s empowerment. | en_US |
