{"id":9558,"date":"2026-09-09T11:08:53","date_gmt":"2026-09-09T03:08:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/?p=9558"},"modified":"2026-09-09T11:08:54","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T03:08:54","slug":"sogiesc-summit-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/?p=9558","title":{"rendered":"SOGIESC Summit 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The WMSU Gender Association Inc. (GAI) hosted the SOGIESC Summit 2026 on September 1 at the WMSU College of Teacher Education (CTE) Social Hall, bringing together students and members of the university community to promote diversity, gender sensitivity, and social inclusivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anchored on the theme, \u201cRecognizing Ability, Celebrating Diversity \u2013 Gender Beyond Labels, Potential Beyond Limits,\u201d the summit focused on gender equality, dignity, non-discrimination, safe spaces, online harassment, and gender identity and inclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Asst. Prof. Nelibelle C. Ulama, GAD Training Specialist, discussed gender equality, dignity, and non-discrimination, highlighting the importance of gender sensitivity, while Asst. Prof. Ruby Lim, CHE-GAD Coordinator, discussed the Safe Spaces Act or Bawal Bastos Law, emphasizing individuals\u2019 rights and the importance of seeking assistance when needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crisjame C. Toribio, ILS Elementary-GAD Coordinator, tackled gender-based online harassment, including cyberstalking, threats, sexist remarks, and unauthorized sharing of photos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, Dr. Mariam Z. Julkarnain, GRRC Director, discussed gender identity, intersexuality, and inclusion, broadening the conversation on SOGIESC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The summit also featured team-building activities, an awarding ceremony, and a community dance that strengthened camaraderie among participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through the SOGIESC Summit 2026, WMSU continues to foster a community where diversity is respected, identities are valued, and every individual is empowered to reach their full potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcdd\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tcc\/1\/16\/1f4dd.png\">: Allen Jade Obina Rivera | PAO\/Masscom Intern<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"16\" width=\"16\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tde\/1\/16\/1f4f8.png\" alt=\"\ud83d\udcf8\">: Eduard Sebastian, Wenna Jean Borongan, Romel Pesical | PAO\/Masscom Intern<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-4-1024x684.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-4-1024x684.png 1024w, https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-4-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-4-768x513.png 768w, https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-4-1536x1025.png 1536w, https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-4-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/image-4.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The WMSU Gender Association Inc. 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