Mandy Romero, representing the youth of the Philippines,delivers the country statement at the 68th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.
in quality education is one of the most transformative zero poverty strategies—to give a platform for diverse female voices.” Romero took up Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management and Policy, and Justice and Peace Studies from Georgetown University, graduating magna cum laude with a near perfect GPA of 3.95.
In her three-minute speech, Romero cited the need to address the problems faced by students in isolated, disadvantaged and conflict-affected areas in the Philippines. “In LMS, where students difficultly travel over an hour to unelectrified, multi-grade classes — 75 percent are indigenous students. These indigenous communities’ right to peaceful education must be protected by systems of access and equity. Public agencies collaborate to uplift vulnerable communities through Alternative Learning via Rural Farm Schools, training for teachers, and solar-powered facilities.
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