My experience with the HTML Tags

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 Well, this would be a saying that, "My experience with the HTML tags was one of frustration and triumph." It was perfect as an example for strength in perseverance and the search for guidance. The weak nature of the code made a fear of breaking something, then and there. This sense of anxiety is a trigger which, being present at first makes a slacker out of me. Let's just say that the idea of generating a string of problems leading to final project failure hangs in the air. It feels like working with priceless artifacts; every tag was a precious jewel requiring careful placement. The tension grows so nothing falls out of place, nor can anything be left in a nonfunctional state; there was a justifiable connection and positioning.

Learning was not linear at all. There were moments of major confusion, when I could not remember where exactly a tag belonged, or when effortlessly simple connections wouldn't work. Frustration is palpable and makes one doubt him/herself. I refused to be defeated. I actively sought help: toward the comprehensive presentation you provided as a lifeline. Very helpful, the diagrams and descriptions thereof had it go through the thick and thin of the code. Outside of this, I had interacted quite actively with my peers and mentors; the experiences and insights were many more there. Their guidance helped quite a number of roadblocks overcome. Trial and error was to become my best learning tool.

It was in itself a valuable learning lesson as each failure resulted in further perfecting knowledge and hone the techniques. Slowly, slowly, I was getting an intuitive feel about the HTML tags and started anticipating which problem would come and how to solve them. This is far beyond mastering technical coding skills but learning to be patient and resolute. And the obvious result has been that it has given me a feeling of self-confidence, which I have acquired through the process.

 I now feel to be able to do even the most fearful tasks without the paralysis that ensues from the fear of failing. The anxiety has changed to a feeling of power, knowing that even the hardest problems can be solved through persistence and a willingness to learn from others. This gives me a new confidence that now transcends my HTML coding and influences me in other pursuits. It has been really a transformation, both professionally and personally. I would thank all the struggles that led me to where I am now-the very meaningful personal and professional development. 

Reference 

-http://www.blogger.com

-https://www.educba.com/basic-html-tags/

-https://www.verbolia.com/6-html-tags-to-improve-your-seo-and-rank-better/

-https://in.pinterest.com/pin/list-of-all-html-tags--682717624739332155/

The 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women:An imple that goes beyond spreading awareness

https://pcw.gov.ph/18-day-campaign-to-end-vaw/

 The 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women is beyond an annual activity-it's a defiant cry against an everyday injustice that casts shadows upon the lives of innumerable women in the Philippines and around the world. Through this critical campaign, the blog post will attempt to deconstruct the meaning behind the Anti-Violence Against Women and their Children Act of 2004, or Republic Act No. 9262. We look at two other highly critical VAW-related legislation laws further, specifically the Safe Spaces Act or Republic Act No. 11313, and the Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2022 or Republic Act No. 11862. Where this law is likely to make some impact in terms of the implementation of the legislation and where more improvement needs to come.

A landmark legislation, however, the VAWC Act of 2004 stands still under siege:. It courageously attempts to give fullest protection by defining different kinds of violence – physical, sexual, psychological, and economic – and outlining what rights victims have. It is not effective, however, because of persistent challenges: underreporting due to fear of retaliation or societal stigma; inadequate resources for victim support services; and a judicial system that often moves too slowly, leaving victims vulnerable for extended periods. This law acknowledges the fact that VAW is insidiously evil in the sense that, in addition to being physically violent, it is a form of control and domination. It locates its weakness on the part that the gaps left for legal protection persist together with their practical application. Regarding this, the 18-Day Campaign must both find grounds to celebrate the Act but simultaneously call for further accountability and resource allocation.

The VAWC Act is one of the important cornerstones of the 18-Day Campaign. This law sets a legal framework that empowers victims of violence to find justice and the perpetrators to answer for their deeds. However, this framework is too lenient and must be toughened up. The voice of the survivors should amplify demands for stricter enforcement, easier access to justice, and support systems that help women break cycles of violence.

The Safe Spaces Act, also famously known as the "Bawal Bastos" law, is a bold move in disassembling the culture of impunity surrounding gender-based sexual harassment. Different types of harassment ranging from catcalling to online abuse are now defined under this Act with a bid for making public spaces, workplaces, and educational institutions safer. However, these are weakened by weak enforcements and general cultural acceptance of such conducts. While the legal system provides for a legal redress; systemic nature of the harassment calls for multifaceted approach: public awareness campaigns and challenging attitudinal change; law enforcement and educational institution comprehensive training; and also a strong reporting and investigation system of complaints.

The contribution of the Safe Spaces Act to the 18-Day Campaign is a focus on prevention. No more reaction to acts of violence, but the establishing of environments that are gender-responsive and safe as well as respectful of women in all genders. The 18-Day Campaign must actively campaign for the principles, report sexual harassments, support victims, and create cultures of zero tolerance for all forms of sexual harassment.

The Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2022 manifests the evolving awareness of the complexity of human trafficking, which is interconnected with VAW. It increases the punishment, enhances protection for the victims, and increases international cooperation. However, the battle against trafficking is going to be successful only if its roots, which are poverty, inequality, and lack of opportunities, are constantly worked upon. The Act would thus be effective in preventing trafficking, rescuing victims, and rehabilitating survivors only if there are coordinated efforts from governments, NGOs, and international organizations. The 18-Day Campaign should emphasize the tie between trafficking and VAW. Both issues require comprehensive response approaches that address both aspects simultaneously. These include improvement in border control, improvement of victim identification and service provision, and demand fighting feeding this nefarious crime.

Conclusion: More Than Awareness – Towards Action

The 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women should be more than a campaign over awareness.

It must be a call to action toward better implementation of existing laws, more resources for the victims, and a change in attitude of the society. The importance of legal frameworks, such as those found in the VAWC Act, Safe Spaces Act, and Expanded Anti-Trafficking Act, can only be fully met if commitment, implementation, and the resolve to end violence against women in all its manifestations is unrelenting. The battle has just started, but the campaign tells everyone that the fight for justice and equality continues on. 

Reference 

-http://www.blogger.com

-http://opiniojuris.org/2023/05/10/symposium-on-marketing-global-justice-managing-contaminated-resistance-tactics-some-notes-on-mediatization-the-strategy-of-rupture-and-jacques-verges/

-https://www.potential.com/articles/why-corporates-should-launch-women-empowerment-programs/

-https://cesie.org/en/news/stop-violence-against-women-our-initiatives/

Elpidio Quirino: A Life of Service and Leadership

Elpidio Quirino: A Life of Service and Leadership

Elpidio Quirino, being the sixth president of the Philippines, is one of the less prominent names in the Philippine history. Still, his life and career were marked by a strong commitment to public service and a dedication to rebuilding the nation after the devastation of World War II.

Born on November 16, 1890, in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Quirino's formative years were marked with a love for education and a sense of service in his community. He began studying law at the University of the Philippines, the foundation of a future that would be devoted to redefining the legal and political contours of the nation. He began as an attorney and later assumed positions in government that helped him gain experience in public administration.

Indeed, Quirino's career took a big turn when he became vice president under President Manuel Roxas. He had very useful experience in national governance and could hone his political acumen during this time. When Roxas suddenly died in 1948, Quirino became the president, which he continued until 1953. His presidency was attended by very significant challenges including the aftermath of World War II, the persistent quest for national unity, and the need to recover the economy.

Despite this, Quirino led several very important economic reforms and social programs in the lives of Filipinos. He also helped in the molding of foreign policy in the Philippines through his diplomatic and able handling of international relations. Among his notable contributions were his efforts to have the Bell Trade Act, which aimed to strengthen the economic ties between the United States and the Philippines, and his focus on social reforms, such as improvement in education and healthcare

Though he had a somewhat criticized presidency, no one doubts Quirino's intention to service public institutions and re-establish his nation after World War. His legacy endures various arguments and debate, yet in the totality of historical events his contributions toward this history matter. His legacies come as those who cannot forget a patriot for one's country: He's remembered by one's devoted efforts guiding Philippines through quite a historical war-tossed period of his country.

Persevering the rights of Indigenous individuals in the Philippines

 Draft 3/Blog Post No. 3: Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Month and the 27th Year of IPRA: Honoring Knowledge and Protecting Rights

This October marks National Indigenous Peoples Month in the Philippines, a celebration of the rich tapestry of cultures and traditions making up our nation's indigenous communities. As presented this year, the indigenous people celebrate the 27th Anniversary of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA). Such is held under the theme "Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan at Parangalana" or Valuing, Nurturing, and Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous Knowledge. This thematic thrust recognizes the importance in valuing, nurturing and honoring the knowledge systems developed over generations of the country's Indigenous Peoples.

This will then be a very important role played by the celebration for National Indigenous Peoples Month in promoting and protecting the rights and culture of Indigenous Peoples in the following ways:

1. Building awareness and empathy: We build off of the celebration to promote stories, struggles, and achievements for Indigenous Peoples. It is with such amplified awareness that we challenge stereotypes and prejudices, and help to empower the larger Filipino audience to be empathetic toward these groups.

2. Amplifying Indigenous Voices: National Indigenous Peoples Month creates an avenue for Indigenous peoples to air their views and concerns and aspirations. For this reason, their perspectives are heard in policy directions, decision-making processes and public discourse. His active participation is important so that the IPRA along with other laws that govern their rights can be operationalized effectively.

3. Preservation and Development of the

Indigenous Culture: Throughout this month-long celebration, there are various events, exhibitions, and education programs conducted in diverse ways to highlight the strong cultural heritage of Indigenous Peoples. These help maintain and pass on the intangible knowledge, skills, and artistic expressions for further generations. The culture is preserved and nurtured by celebrating and advocating their practices. Such culture will achieve long term survival and prosperity in the end

4. IPRA staying power: The IPRA anniversary reminds us of the importance of the law, and it remains relevant today in the contemporary period if its implementation is to be robust. It is also emphasized that there has to be a compelling exercise of enforcing the rights afforded under the law, among others the right of the Indigenous Peoples to their ancestral domains, right to self-determination and right to preserve culture.

Reference

Http://www.blogger.com

https://ph-eiti.dof.gov.ph/ncip.html

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https://www.bulatlat.com/2016/10/16/unjust-indigenous-peoples-marching-philippines/

Resilience of filipino: adapting to a changing enivironment

 The Philippines is an archipelago country that stands at the frontline of climate change. Typhoons are intensifying and getting more furious, tides are rising, and droughts are getting protracted in this country, directly affecting the daily lives and livelihoods of Filipinos. The reports from PAGASA say the number and intensity of typhoons that hit the country have been progressively increasing over the years since the 1950s. This is an alarming trend because it only means that the Philippines is becoming a highly vulnerable country to extreme weather conditions.

 Human activities are the primary causes of these changes in the environment, which contribute to the production of greenhouse gases that trap heat in the atmosphere and hasten global warming. An increase in sea level to at least 0.5 to 1 meter by 2100 as projected by the IPCC, thus risking members of coastal communities in terms of displacement, saltwater intrusion, and increased vulnerability to storm surges. 

Climate change already affects crop yield; thus, it also contributes to food insecurity, turning the previously easy challenges of farming into difficult tasks.

Despite all these, the Filipinos have shown unique resiliency in survival through generations of climatic change and adaptation through new environments by exercising innovative solutions and community-based approaches at the level of risk reduction and resilience building. Such examples include sustainable farm practices and disaster preparedness that help a filipino survive climate change. It is, however very important to recognize that climate change is a global phenomenon and requires collective efforts from governments, business houses, and citizens alike to address it at the root level and uplift communities on the frontline. Investment in renewable energy sources, reduction of emissions, and development of climate-resilient infrastructure are there in those details.

 Reference:  

-http://www.blogger.com

- Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)

- Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)

- Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)

- Department of Agriculture (DA)

World Bank

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Give voice to the voiceless

 Every National Children's Month for Filipinos is a time for reflection. This year's theme, "Break the Prevalence, End the Violence: Protecting Children, Creating a Safe Philippines," is one strong call to address the alarming reality about child abuse in our nation. Statistics speak strongly: a 2018 study by the Philippine Commission on Women reveals that 1 in 4 children are exposed to one or more of the following acts before their 18th birthday, which includes physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. That's a crisis crying out to be addressed by each and every one of us now.

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) recognized that, based on data, the most common forms of violence against children are physical abuse and neglect, and sexual abuse. These three problems appear to be related to poverty, lack of knowledge, and cultural traditions. While the DSWD labors to make support and resources available, child protection services readily become swamped either by underfunding and lack of trained professionals. An integrated multi-pronged approach is therefore required to deal with the causes of child abuse, build support systems, and provide adequate care and protection measures for victims.
 
We would wish the communities to be an active participant in child protection through empowerment. This is achieved by making families and individuals aware of abuse signs and promoting positive parenting practices that would create safe spaces for children to report abuse without fear of repercussions. Legal frameworks need to be undertaken to ensure perpetrators are kept accountable and that provide the necessary support and justice for the victims.

 The change in the heart and mind is what this is all ultimately about. Harmful societal norms have been normalized and led to children being victimized by the very hands intended to protect them. We must establish a society where scared children have voices and their rights are respected. It requires our collective consciousness to be developed, agreed upon, committed, and nurtured into a culture of empathy, respect, and protection for every child.
Another aspect of this change is the empowerment of the children themselves. They must be taught their rights and provide safe spaces where they can voice out. In addition, they should be empowered to self-advocate for their well-being in that they can advocate mental health needs using mental care, support groups, and education in self-esteem, resilience, and healthy relationships.
The challenge of child protection is complex, not insurmountable. We have the resources, the knowledge, and the collective will to create a safer Philippines for our children. Let's go beyond mere words and turn our commitments into concrete action.
 

This month, let us break the cycle of violence for a better and safer Philippines for our children. Let's learn and enlighten ourselves, the communities we live in, to the protection of a child. Let's support the professionals who spend their entire workday on the watchful care of children; let's put up a battle cry against abuse. Each raised voice and each action taken builds towards a future wherein every child will grow into becoming safe and loved and empowered.

Reference:

Http://www.blogger.com

 

- Philippine Commission on Women (PCW)

- Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)

-https://images.app.goo.gl/arJ9AF3psEAFdocE7

-https://images.app.goo.gl/ue4wmLSbnoeZ6UAs9

Thematic: The earth's embrace: nature challenges, human resilience

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world is filled with exciting things to see and do. Each and every one of us has our own perspective on adventure. But what's more? What lies beneath the definition of "adventure"? We spend our days striving and chasing towards comfort and predictability simply because we exist in a world where comfort and routine are highly valued. We build walls to ensure that we're surrounded with familiarity and safety, but is that truly living?

Have we forgotten the thrill of igniting the unknown? I, myself, truly believe that adventure is about pushing our limits and stepping outside our comfort zones. So, will you trade your comfort and choose an empty life filled with familiarity? Or discover the beauty of mystery and have the desire to explore and discover?

As we embrace the good sides of the earth, we must also accept its flaws.

I, Reinalaine Bernardino, a student in Ilocos Sur National High School, will show the ways to advocate for the theme "The Earth's Embrace: Nature Challenges, Human Resilience." This theme focuses on our environment and our ability to adapt to its challenges.

 

Planting trees- it plays a vital role in our daily life as it is highly valued Ecological and Environmental. In adherence to

  http://www.mercycare.org/bhs/health-wellness/wellness-resource-library/the-importance-of-planting-trees/ 

 Trees contribute to their environment by providing oxygen, improving air quality, climate enhancement, conserving water, preserving soil, and supporting wildlife. Personal & Spiritual Value: Most of us react to the presence of trees with a pleasant, relaxed, comfortable feeling.

I, as an Smc student, use recycled materials in designing my projects to help the community to build or create a healthier planet for ourselves and future generations.

Cleaning our surroundings is a must; it is a responsibility that a man must do. As we learn to do it everyday, make it as a habit, we will be able to take a step ahead forward and build a healthy environment.

Moreover, one of my preview teacher also quoted that "Maysa nga aldaw, maysa nga akkaw" therefore, we can and we will.

My favorite part is adopting stray animals:)

They are part of the environment too!! I decided to include them because people do lose consciousness with their responsibility; which is to take good care of the animals. They deserve love and to be cherished!!

References 

• Http://www.blogger.con

• http://www.mercycare.org/bhs/health-wellness/wellness-resource-library/the-importance-of-planting-trees/

• https://www.voicesofyouth.org/blog/what-about-environment

• https://www.vecteezy.com/free-photos/green-environment