Various groups led by the Gabriela Women’s Party commemorated the International Women’s Day last March 8 by holding a program in Liwasan Bonifacio and Mendiola in Manila.
Huge effigies depicting the Filipino woman were displayed at the earlier program in Liwasan Bonifacio. Photo by Max Santiago
Supporters hang flowers in solidarity with women fighting for their rights. Photo by Conrad PaneloWomen groups later marched from Liwasan Bonifacio to Mendiola. Photo by Max SantiagoProtesters also carried an effigy of President Noynoy Aquino to Mendiola. Protesters called for the President’s ouster following controversial issues hounding his administration, such as the Disbursement Acceleration Program and the botched Mamasapano operation. Photo by Max SantiagoGroups symbolically dragged down President’s effigy, a symbol of his downfall. Photo by Manila TodayBy nighttime, women groups culminated the program by lighting up torches and raising their fists high in the air, a resounding dedication to continue the fight. Photo by Conrad Panelo
