Delegates from Negros Oriental State University benchmarked the best practices of the Office of Gender and Development on June 4, 2025 at the Main AVR.
NORSU GAD officers asked about the university's GAD plan and budget framework, integration of activities across campuses, and mechanisms for embedding GAD into research, extension, and infrastructure development.
OGAD Director Dr. Rita Pulmano said that the university caters to employees with children at the preschool level through its Child Care program.
She also mentioned Project PADS (Providing Access to Dignity and Sanitation), a newly launched project of OGAD that responds to emergency menstruation needs by installing sanitary napkin dispensers in female comfort rooms and medical clinics.
Dr. Pulmano also highlighted that newly hired employees must undergo a gender sensitivity orientation coursed through the Office of Human Resource Development and Management.
Moreover, the OGAD also gives the "GAD-Timpala Awards" to deserving student organizations and outstanding gender-sensitive research recognitions to students who join the Saliksiklaban, a university-wide undergraduate research competition.
Vice President for Administration Atty Wilmark J. Ramos, through Ms. Lureza Pastor, OVPA technical staff, committed to continually fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for the entire TSU community.
"Our GAD office has been a cornerstone in driving various programs, policies, and advocacies aimed at promoting gender equality and empowering individuals within our university and beyond," Ms. Pastor read.
Photo: Eduardo F. Laxamana Jr.
