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Demographic Trends and Housing Patterns in the Philippines

2021-present, Book/Handbook/Booklet, Convention/Conference/Discussion Paper, Cultural Development, Economic Development, Gender, Other Philippine Publication, Political Development, Social Development / By

This study examines how demographic changes lead to different household structures and housing choices among different age groups. It argues that the co-integration of demography, housing market, and wealth have shaped housing demand in the country over time. The results have important often unrecognized implications for housing policy. The estimation of housing needs that excludes …

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Barriers to Filipino Women’s Political Participation

2021-present, Book/Handbook/Booklet, Cultural Development, Economic Development, Gender, Other Philippine Publication, Policy Brief, Political Development, Social Development / By

Local and international mandates have greatly facilitated gender equality legislation and programs, a key reform measure that has been missed is overcoming barriers to women’s political participation. A key puzzle is that Filipino women have historically been either at par or have a higher voter turnout than men. However, they have faced obstacles in electoral …

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Reasons Why We Need to Decriminalize Abortion

2011-2020, Book/Handbook/Booklet, Convention/Conference/Discussion Paper, Cultural Development, Gender, Gender Mainstreaming, Laws and Policies, Other Philippine Publication, Social Development / By

Despite the restrictive abortion law and without access to appropriate medical information, supplies and trained health providers, Filipino women, especially poor women with at least three children, have made personal decisions to induce abortion clandestinely and under unsafe conditions risking their lives and health. Asset Type: Publications Collection: Other Philippine Publications Subject: Economy, Economic development, …

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