Senatorial candidate, Camille Villar reiterated on Thursday her support for women during activities marking Women’s Month in Balanga, Bataan.
As the youngest candidate for senator in the May 2025 polls, Villar vowed to continue supporting measures that will uplift the rights and create opportunities for women in the society.
She cited the important role of women in the country’s development and progress.
As the country marks Women’s Month, she also paid tribute to her grandmother, Nanay Curing, mother of former Senate President Manny Villar, who hails from Orani.
As a daughter, mother and a legislator, Villar said she understands the multiple roles that every woman play in the household and the workplace.
“Today is an opportunity to shine the spotlight on the achievements, strengths, and contributions of women across the globe,” she said in Filipino
She reiterated her commitment to priotitize the welfare of women when it comes to implementation of projects and legislation.
During her tenure as Las Piñas representative, Villar pushed for the passage of the Pregnant Women Welfare Act at Equal Maternity Protection Act. The measure aims to provide benefits for pregnant women who are part of the informal economy.
Villar also pushed for passage of a measure that would provide free medical and hospitalization benefits for indigent women.
She also provided maternity kits to women in low-income household. In Las Piñas, she spearheaded activities such as “Nanay Fair,” which provided livelihood trainings, financial coaching and seminars for mothers in the city’s barangays.