UTS Center for Women & Children

30/05/2026

Farming has always been the backbone of our country, but right now, our farmers are facing an uphill battle. With skyrocketing prices, economic insecurity, and an unpredictable climate ruining harvests, life has become incredibly difficult.

Sadly, it’s the children who bear the brunt of these hardships. As families struggle to put food on the table, the education of the Lupang Ramos Kids is being pushed aside.

They need our love, our prayers, and our urgent support.

Let us unite in both prayer and action to be a blessing to these vulnerable children.

𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐏:
𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩: Contact Bb. Kakay Pamaran of the Lupang Ramos Community Church (Member, UTS Committee on Chaplaincy and Public Witness).

𝙄𝙣-𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝘿𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨: Contact Pastor Carleen Nomorosa (Convenor, UTS Center for Women & Children).

We gratefully accept all monetary and in-kind donations from today until June 7, 2026.

For other inquiries and concerns, you may message us on this page: UTS Center for Women & Children.

27/03/2026

19/03/2026

March 18, 2026 | Wednesday Forum

Responsible Content Creation in Action

Last March 18, 2026, we gathered for a forum on “Media Ethics, Content and Commitment” and “Digital Advocacy & Community Care: Content with Commitment.” The event served as a space for reflection, learning, and collective responsibility in navigating today’s digital landscape.

We were blessed to hear from our very own seminarian and Pastor, Diane Sarajan, who shared her valuable perspectives, insights, and personal experiences on responsible content creation. With her background as a Mass Communication graduate majoring in Broadcasting and her role as one of the hosts of Talking Stage of UMCTV, her voice bridges both media practice and ministry. Her journey continues to inspire a deeper commitment to ethical storytelling and advocacy-driven communication.

The forum also featured small group discussions facilitated by Rev. Carleen Nomorosa, who guided participants through the 10 Prayer Circles of UTS. These discussions centered on establishing ethical and ministerial community guidelines for responsible content creation, while emphasizing our shared commitment to safeguarding data privacy for individuals and institutions alike—an essential aspect of community care.

Together, we are reminded that creating content is not just about sharing information—it is about stewardship, integrity, and compassion in every message we put out into the world.

19/03/2026

March 11, 2026 | Wednesday Forum

Last Wednesday, seminarians and pastors gathered for our regular Wednesday Forum, focusing on Digital Safety & Basic Self-Defense Awareness with the theme: “Protecting Her Data, Protecting Her Space.”

We sincerely thank our Resource Persons for sharing their time and expertise with us.

Ms. Mithi Andrea Villar Paet, RPM
for leading a meaningful discussion on “Protecting Her Data, Protecting Her Space: Digital Safety and Care in Ministry Settings.” Her session reminded us that creating safer digital spaces in ministry is not only about technology, but also about caring for the emotional and psychological well-being of those we serve—especially women who may be vulnerable online.

She highlighted the importance of:
• Upholding data protection and confidentiality as part of pastoral care
• Practicing simple yet effective digital safety measures to protect women, children, and other vulnerable members in our communities

Rev. Art Mendoza
for facilitating a practical and engaging self-defense workshop, equipping participants with basic skills and awareness for personal safety.

We are grateful for this opportunity to learn, reflect, and grow together as we continue to build safer spaces—both online and offline.

08/03/2026

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07/03/2026

Women of faith, we persist!
Women of faith, together, we resist!

06/03/2026

Women’s Life and Agenda: IContent Natin ‘Yan! emphasizes both the responsibility and power of content creation. It underscores collective ownership: the narratives we produce and share shape culture, influence values, and either challenge or reinforce injustice. In a time when information spreads rapidly and can easily distort truth or inflame fear, intentional and ethical content creation becomes a form of active resistance against misinformation, digital abuse, and psychological harm.

As content creators, educators, faith leaders, and community members, we are called to critically engage with the media—ensuring that digital platforms become spaces of empowerment rather than harm. This includes strengthening awareness of data privacy rights, promoting ethical storytelling, practicing consent-based sharing, and cultivating digital resilience.

Advocacy must be anchored not only in passion but in ethics, accuracy, and care for those whose stories are being told.

06/03/2026

March 4, 2026 | Wednesday Forum

“Women’s Realities in the Digital Age: Her Story, Our Responsibility”

Last Wednesday, our community gathered for a meaningful forum that explored the intersection of women’s experiences, culture, and the continuing, layered struggle of women within churches, communities, institutions, and the digital space.

Guiding the conversation was Diane, the host of the forum, who facilitated the dialogue through four important segments: Women’s Realities — Offline and Online, Online Gender-Based Violence and Digital Harm, Stereotypes, Theology, and Psychological Impact, and Responsible Storytelling — Ethics, Data, and Care. Through these segments, she raised important questions that invited both the speakers and the audience to reflect on the realities faced by women today and our shared responsibility in responding to them.

Our resource persons shared reflections grounded in their respective contexts and advocacies:

Pura (AWIT-UTS) spoke about women doing theology and the realities faced by women in academia and educational spaces. She also highlighted the vulnerabilities experienced by children and how these concerns intersect with women’s work and leadership in theological and learning communities.

Eloisa (UTSSG) focused on women in leadership—within church spaces and in the nation. She emphasized the importance of representation, participation, and the ongoing struggle for women to claim and sustain leadership roles.

Jem (Kasimbayan-UTS) brought attention to women in communities—organizers, grassroots leaders, and community workers—who often face harassment, intimidation, and various risks while serving and advocating for their communities.

Chelsea (UTS Choir) reflected on liturgy and hymns, raising important questions about the language used in worship. She discussed how the words in prayers and songs often shape how people imagine God and gender, pointing out how even in music and liturgy, certain language can unconsciously reinforce gendered assumptions.

KC (Union Voice) examined the role of media—how women and LGBTQ+ people are portrayed in write-ups, digital platforms, and storytelling. Her reflection invited participants to think critically about representation and the power of media in shaping public perception.

The forum reminded us that women’s realities are complex and interconnected—from theology and leadership, to communities, worship, and media. In the digital age, listening to her story is not only about awareness but also about recognizing our shared responsibility to challenge injustice, amplify voices, and work toward more inclusive and equitable spaces.

06/03/2026

March is globally recognized as a time to honor women’s contributions and renew the call for gender equality through International Women's Day. For more than a century, this movement has amplified the voices, struggles, and achievements of women across social, economic, cultural, and political spheres. Yet despite significant progress worldwide, women in the Philippines continue to face deeply embedded inequalities rooted in systemic structures, cultural norms, and digital environments.

In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful platform for storytelling, advocacy, and community-building. It allows marginalized voices to be heard, movements to gain momentum, and communities to organize for justice. However, it also presents complex challenges. Women—along with LGBTQIA+ individuals and other marginalized sectors—are disproportionately affected by online harassment, misinformation, privacy violations, cyber exploitation, and unethical content practices. Issues of consent, representation, digital footprints, algorithmic amplification, and data protection are no longer optional discussions; they are urgent concerns that intersect with gender justice, human dignity, and institutional accountability.

Beyond visible harm, there is also the less discussed but deeply felt impact of overwhelming digital exposure. While certain dramatic framings of “information warfare” may oversimplify the phenomenon, what is well-supported is that constant exposure to distressing content—especially stories involving violence, children, and war —can dysregulate our nervous systems. Many experience the very real swing between hyper-arousal (obsession, outrage, difficulty disengaging) and shutdown (numbness, withdrawal). This is not weakness; it is a documented stress and trauma response. In an environment flooded with emotionally charged content, responsible digital engagement becomes not only an ethical issue but also a matter of psychological and communal well-being.

Women’s Life and Agenda: IContent Natin ‘Yan! emphasizes both the responsibility and power of content creation. It underscores collective ownership: the narratives we produce and share shape culture, influence values, and either challenge or reinforce injustice. In a time when information spreads rapidly and can easily distort truth or inflame fear, intentional and ethical content creation becomes a form of active resistance against misinformation, digital abuse, and psychological harm.

As content creators, educators, faith leaders, and community members, we are called to critically engage with the media—ensuring that digital platforms become spaces of empowerment rather than harm. This includes strengthening awareness of data privacy rights, promoting ethical storytelling, practicing consent-based sharing, and cultivating digital resilience. Advocacy must be anchored not only in passion but in ethics, accuracy, and care for those whose stories are being told.