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Reflection of What I Have Experienced and Accomplished for the Second Quarter

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Time doesn't really stop right? It's unbelievable that second quarter is coming to an end. . The second quarter has surely taught me a lot. I gained new experiences in coding, particularly the HTML. I have also discovered how to apply the basic HTML tags that we have lessoned during the second quarter and it helped me expand my knowledge in the basics of coding, including the blogs that we wrote that helped me acquire more improvements. However, there were also challenges the I have encountered. There were times where I struggled to understand and keeping up with our lessons, there were also times where I struggled to understand and grasp the concepts of  HTML codes. But I have surpassed these challenges by being optimistic and not letting the problem overwhelm me, asking help from my classmates and teacher and thinking of an immediate solution to the problem I encountered while doing our coding activities. Moving on, I will use what we have learned during the second quarter to...

RA 11313 (Safe Spaces Act) in 2019

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RA 11313 (Safe Space Act) in 2019 is a law that aims to create a safer environment for every individual particularly women and prevent any forms of harassment both in public and private spaces. This law ensures that acts of harassment don't go unpunished by the authorities. It ensures that every crime is addressed and given an  immediate action. The law RA 11313 acknowledges the struggles of every individual experiencing any forms of harassment and aims to change the way society treats people. It ensures that those who engaged in any forms of harassment is punished. This law helps make amend a society where every individual won't feel judged and mistreated regardless of the gender. This law is a crucial tool in making a better society and ensures that every individual is protected from any harm. It empowers every person to stand up for their rights. RA 11313 is more than just an act it is a movement toward a society that values respect. It also empowers, offering hope for the v...

RA 10364 (Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2013)

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 RA 10364 (Expanded Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2013) is a significant law that addresses the growing challenges of human trafficking was implemented to extinguish and punish human trafficking, especially to women and children. This law is ensures a better protection and support to the victims of trafficking. Its primary goal is to reinforce the fight against human trafficking. The  law aims to provide a stronger approach to fighting trafficking, offering greater protection for victims and harsher penalties for those who are responsible of the crime. This served a  lot of importance as this law ensures that the victims of human trafficking is given the justice and immediate protection they needed.  This law plays a crucial role in protecting every individual against human trafficking. With this law it helps create a better and safer environment for every individual. It ensure that every victim of human trafficking is given the justice they deserve and make it ...

RA 8353 (The Anti-Rape Law of 1997)RA 7877 (Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995)

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The RA 8353 (The Anti-Rape law of 1997)RA (Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995) is a significant law that was implemented to better protect the rights of every individual, specifically women, by addressing crimes that involves rape and ensure a stronger penalties for offenders. This law is crucial to in protecting every individual against sexual violence. however, there are still challenges that exist in fully implementing the law. The law was necessary to provide a broader, more inclusive understanding of what constitutes rape and to protect individuals from different forms of sexual assault. It aimed to empower victims ensure that rape is not tolerated and shift the responsibility for the crime onto the suspect, not the victim. The RA 8353 and RA 7877 is more than just a legal tool—it is  part of a broader movement to ensure that every individual's rights to their own bodies are respected and protected. As attitudes continue to change and victims are given the support th...

Elpidio Quirino, his early life, career and achievements

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 The 6th president of the Philippines, Elpidio Quirino, a filipino lawyer and politician, played a crucial role in rebuilding the country after world war 2. He was born on November 16, 1890, in Vigan Ilocos Sur. his father was a teacher and his mother was a government official. Despite the challenges his family faced, Quirino was determined to get an education. He went on to study law at the University of the Philippines and passed the bar exam in 1915. Quirino's career began in public service. He worked as a civil servant and later became the head of the Bureau of Customs, where he became known for fighting corruption. In 1934, he was elected to the Philippine Senate, where he focused on national development and economic growth. His work in government earned him a reputation as someone dedicated to improving the country’s future. As president from 1948 to 1953, Quirino led the Philippines through its post-war recovery. His presidency focused on rebuilding the country’s infrastruct...

Indigenous Peoples Month and The 27th Year Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA)

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 The theme "Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan at Parangalana." (Valuing, Nurturing and Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous knowledge.)  Every month of October, the Philippines celebrates the Indigenous People Month, recognizing their rich and unique traditions and cultures across the nation. the 2024 marks a significant milestone with the 27th anniversary of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA), a law that protects the rights of the indigenous people The observance of National Indigenous Peoples Month 2024 serves as a powerful reminder of the legal and cultural protections afforded to Indigenous communities. The law Indigenous Peoples Rights Act ensures that every indigenous people's right, self-governance and cultural practices are protected. By valuing and protecting this knowledge, we not only help preserve their culture but also encourage sustainable practices that can benefit the whole country. It’s a reminder that the wisdom of I...

Climate change and Resiliency of the Filipinos

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Climate change has been an issue around the world. Cutting down trees, disposing trashes in the wrong trash bins, using dynamites in fishing, burning fossil fuel, using vehicles that emits smoke etc. These are the cause of the climate change which has been one of the significant challenges faces in the world. One of the predominant causes of environmental change in the Philippines is the country's exposure to tropical storms, which are becoming more frequent and severe due to rising sea surface temperatures, the predominant causes also includes deforestations that reduces the natural ability to absorb rainfalls The Philippines, which is near Pacific Ring of Fire, frequently experiences natural disasters such as, typhoons, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Recently, our country have experienced 4 consecutive typhoons — Marce, Nika, Ofel and Pepito — within a month, which specifically hit and affected the northern Luzon.  Many people have been affected by the significant typhoons t...