Camille Villar supports women's empowerment in Philippine economy

Senatorial candidate Camille Villar attended Women’s Month celebrations in Balanga, Bataan, on Thursday. She emphasized the importance of empowering women to support the Philippine economy. Villar is the youngest candidate in the May 2025 midterm elections. During the event, she pledged to advocate for policies that protect women's rights and create more opportunities for them. Villar believes that women are crucial for the country's growth. She honored her grandmother, Nanay Curing, highlighting the strength of women in their diverse roles. Villar recognized the hard work of mothers and women in various fields. She said, “Today is a chance to acknowledge the achievements and contributions of women around the world.” Her commitment to women's welfare includes prioritizing their needs in her legislative agenda. As a representative of Las Piñas, she supported laws like the Pregnant Women Welfare Act and the Equal Maternity Protection Act. These laws aim to give benefits to pregnant women, especially those in informal jobs. Villar has also worked to provide free medical care for low-income women and has distributed maternity kits. She runs programs offering training and financial coaching for mothers in local communities. Villar believes that empowering women leads to stronger families. She continues to advocate for policies that support women's participation in the economy, seeing this as vital for national progress.