MANILA, Philippines—A women's group called for accountability in government over alleged corruption, ahead of its Women's Day protest in Manila on March 8.
In a statement on Saturday, Women Workers United (WWU) said stolen funds in the government were an “assault on women workers,” stressing that women—who often bear the burden of managing household expenses and raising children—are especially vulnerable to the economic effects of corruption.
“Corruption is economic violence against women, and we demand accountability. Women workers are rising, and we will not rest until our labor, our care work, our rights, and our lives are respected! ” said Jillian Roque, WWU Co-Convenor.
The group argued that while billions were stolen from public funds, women endure low-paid, contractual jobs and shoulder the heaviest burden of unpaid care work, such as raising children and doing house chores.
