CJ Moran Community Legal Assistance Office

30/01/2026

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 | 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞

The webinar “Empowering Frontliners: Understanding Civil Service Law Benefits for Firefighters” was successfully conducted for the BFP Binmaley personnel through the dedication of several Level 1 Law Student Practitioners from Saint Louis University School of Law through CJMM CLAO. The activity was led by Team Leader Ciara Ley Capule, with Asst. Team Leader Kristine Faye Lumanlan, and featured an insightful and in-depth discussion by Speaker Sixto Bayangan Jr. The program was smoothly hosted by Jeza Kamille Correos, with research support from Angeline Aldea and Elyssa May Sison, facilitation by Judy Ann Walcien, and learning materials prepared by Mhar Ollynne Mariano and Mark Lander Tallungan.

This activity was made stronger through the guidance of Supervising Lawyer Atty. Davy Roger N**o, who oversaw the project and provided valuable inputs for the ex*****on of the activity. A meaningful step in bridging legal knowledge and public service for our frontliners!

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

30/01/2026

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐘. 𝐉𝐀𝐒𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐀Ñ𝐎!

On this special day, we celebrate not just another year of your remarkable journey, but your inspiring leadership as the new Officer-in-Charge of the Chief Justice Manuel V. Moran Community Legal Assistance Office (CJMM CLAO).

Your dedication to justice, compassion for those in need, and unwavering commitment to community service continue to light the way for us all. May this birthday bring you boundless joy, good health, fresh successes, and endless reasons to smile.

28/01/2026

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 | 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐉𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦

Several Law Student Practitioners from Saint Louis University - School of Law recently had the valuable opportunity to partake in a transformative webinar hosted by the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP).

The session, titled “Pursuing Due Process and Liberty: Governance Perspectives on Pretrial Detention Reforms in the Philippines,” is part of DAP's Dekalogo Governance Lecture Series and featured the esteemed Dr. Raymund Narag.

During this engaging session, participants actively interacted with Dr. Narag as he provided a comprehensive analysis of the systemic realities of the Philippine correctional system. One of the key takeaways was the understanding that administrative efficiency is closely linked to the protection of human rights. Dr. Narag emphasized that successful reform in our jails goes beyond legal advocacy; it necessitates the implementation of effective “Public Management” solutions. By streamlining administrative processes, the justice system can better ensure that individual liberty is preserved.

This experience underscored the importance of knowledge as the first step towards meaningful reform. The Law Student Practitioners left the session inspired, equipped with insights and a renewed commitment to become catalysts for a more humane and efficient justice system. We are grateful for this opportunity to learn from experts in the field, as it will undoubtedly influence our future work in the legal profession.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲

28/01/2026

𝐔𝐬𝐚𝐩, 𝐀𝐲𝐨𝐬, 𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐬: 𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞

The Chief Justice Manuel V. Moran Community Legal Assistance Office (CJMM CLAO), under the supervision of Atty. Arvin Itliong, conducted an online learning session on “Barangay Conciliation: Strengthening Community-Based Dispute Resolution” to residents of Vinzons, Camarines Norte, last January 24, 2026, as part of its continuing legal education initiatives.

The session highlighted the Katarungang Pambarangay system under the Local Government Code of 1991 (R.A. 7160), emphasizing its role in resolving disputes at the barangay level, decongesting courts, and fostering community harmony. Ms. Reynalyn G. Bautista, certified Law Student Practitioner Level I, discussed the mandatory nature of barangay conciliation and the proper procedures for initiating proceedings.

The webinar reinforced the importance of grassroots dialogue and cooperation in promoting peace and strengthening trust in the justice system. CJMM CLAO thanks all participants for their active support and commitment to community-based justice.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

28/01/2026

𝐂𝐎𝐏𝐘𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐑.𝐀. 𝟖𝟐𝟗𝟑 (𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬)

Copyright is the legal protection granted to the owner of an original work in the literary, scientific, and artistic domains. Under Republic Act No. 8293, this protection exists from the moment of creation, without the need for registration, and safeguards both the moral and economic rights of authors and creators.

The law covers a wide range of works, including books, articles, music, films, artworks, photographs, computer programs, and other original intellectual creations. It grants creators the exclusive right to reproduce, distribute, perform, display, and authorize the use of their works, while also recognizing fair use and other limitations in the interest of education, research, and public information.

Copyright protection promotes creativity, innovation, and respect for intellectual labor. By understanding R.A. 8293, individuals and institutions are guided in using works responsibly, avoiding infringement, and upholding the rights of creators in an increasingly digital world. Knowledge of copyright law strengthens accountability, ethical use of content, and the growth of culture and learning.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

23/01/2026

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

On January 21, 2026, Level 2 certified Law Student Practitioner Ethel Mae Aucena entered her appearance as part of CJMM CLAO under the supervision of Atty. Victoria Dines for the Continuation of Trial in a Statutory R**e case before the Regional Trial Court - Branch 2 of Baguio City.

Level 2 certified Law Student Practitioner Abby Gamido and Level 1 certified Law Student Practitioners Justine Morales and Angeline Rose Haboc also assisted in the case.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

21/01/2026

𝐕𝐀𝐓 𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐰 (𝐑.𝐀. 𝐍𝐨. 𝟏𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑)

Republic Act No. 12023, enacted in October 2024, imposes a 12% value-added tax (VAT) on digital services consumed in the Philippines by both resident and non-resident digital service providers (DSPs).

It defines digital services as automated offerings over the internet, including online search engines, marketplaces, cloud services, media/advertising, platforms, and digital goods like streaming (e.g., Netflix, Disney+), e-books, and app purchases. DSPs must register with the BIR, assess, collect, and remit VAT, with special rules for non-residents: they withhold/remit directly for non-VAT consumers, while VAT-registered buyers face withholding under Section 114(D) of the NIRC.

The law amends key sections of the National Internal Revenue Code (NIRC) (105, 108, etc.) and adds 108-A/108-B to ensure equitable taxation, leveling the field for local providers; 5% of revenue supports the Philippine creative industry. Effectivity began October 18, 2024, with BIR guidelines issued by early 2025.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

14/01/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬

Child sexual exploitation and abuse gravely violate the rights, dignity, and safety of children. Republic Act No. 9775, or the Anti-Child Po*******hy Act of 2009, was enacted to protect children from all forms of sexual abuse and exploitation, including the production, distribution, possession, and access to child sexual abuse materials (CSAM), whether offline or online.

The law imposes strict penalties on offenders, including those who facilitate or profit from such acts, while ensuring protection, recovery, and support services for child victims. It also mandates cooperation among government agencies, internet service providers, and communities to prevent abuse and swiftly address violations.

Awareness saves lives. Understanding RA 9775 helps families, schools, and communities recognize abuse, report offenders, and safeguard children’s rights. By knowing the law, we strengthen prevention, accountability, and child protection nationwide.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

10/01/2026

20/12/2025

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 | 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

The Chief Justice Manuel V. Moran Community Legal Assistance Office (CJMM CLAO) had the honor of conducting a Christmas outreach program in partnership with the Office of the Vice President for Administration (OVPA), the Office for Legal Affairs (OLA), and the University Information Office (UIO). The event took place during the Year-End and Christmas Program at Damaso Comiles Elementary School in Tabu, Dalupirip, Itogon, Benguet.

CJMM CLAO made a meaningful contribution to the school library by donating books and textbooks. Additionally, 93 students were provided with school supplies. This initiative was funded by Dativa Cristobal Fundacion and Saint Louis University School of Law and was made possible through the dedicated efforts of volunteers from the CJMM CLAO, under the guidance of Atty. Victoria Dines. We extend our sincerest gratitude to Ms. Junifer Galuba from the OVPA, as well as Atty. Johanne Margarette Macob and Fe Ambasing from the OLA and UIO, for their invaluable collaboration. We also thank the stakeholders of Damaso Comiles Elementary School - the faculty and staff as well as the pupils or learners with their parents - for the warm welcome.

The outreach program is a testament to Saint Louis University’s ongoing commitment to providing access to resources and support for educational development.

We would also like to send our gratitude towards the following donors:
1. John Ruff
2. Atty. Jennifer Asuncion
3. Dean Yasmine Lee Tadeo
4. Atty. Johanne Margarette Macob
5. SLU Legal Affairs Office
6. Atty. Shellah Yzanne Merced
7. Atty. Kenjie Ameda
8. Atty. Victoria Dines
9. Cy****e Th****e Y.
10. Gr**e F.
11. Sa*****a Ga*****e B.
12. Iv*n Pao**o B.
13. Et**l M** A.
14. Ja****e R.
15. Ke**o Er****o B.
16. Oracion Barlis & Associates Law Office
17. Ke****h Do**e T.
18. Li**L F.
19. Jenna Sumineg!
20. Atty. Rodel Galleto
21. Elvira M. S.
22. Atty. April Gandeza

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲

19/12/2025

12/12/2025

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 | 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

The Chief Justice Manuel V. Moran Community Legal Assistance Office (CJMM CLAO) of the Saint Louis University School of Law, in partnership with the SLU Basic Education School – Laboratory High School Department, successfully conducted a three-day seminar on December 3, 4, and 5, 2025, entitled “Combating Online Sexual Harassment: A Discussion of the Safe Spaces Act.”

The program featured simultaneous discussions led by law student practitioners, namely Mr. Noel Alfredo Tizon VI, Ms. Neil Aubrey Gamido, Ms. Jobelle Galapate, Ms. Ena Angelica Luga, Ms. Andrea Isahbel Olivar, Ms. Jan Doreen Monsalud, and Ms. Deanne Grace Agduyeng, who served as resource speakers under the supervision of Atty. Jasmine Quiano. The event was further strengthened by the support of Ms. Raycia Satsat and Ms. Maria Alyssa Carmela Samson, whose contributions ensured the smooth conduct of the activity.

The law student practitioners emphasized to Grade 12 students the importance of the Safe Spaces Act in protecting individuals from sexual harassment, particularly on digital platforms where abusive behavior can spread quickly and anonymously. During the discussion, they explained how the law clearly defines online harassment, provides accessible reporting mechanisms, and requires social media platforms to strengthen their content moderation and response systems. The practitioners highlighted that the Act penalizes actions such as unwanted sexual advances, misogynistic remarks, and the non-consensual sharing of intimate content—empowering young people to recognize, report, and stand against such behavior. They stressed that as students become more active online, understanding the Safe Spaces Act is crucial to fostering safer, more respectful digital spaces.

The seminar also linked the discussion of the Safe Spaces Act to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing how promoting safe and respectful digital spaces supports broader global objectives. The law student practitioners explained that combating online sexual harassment aligns with SDG 5: Gender Equality, which calls for the elimination of all forms of violence against women and girls, including abuse facilitated through technology. They also noted its relevance to SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, as the Act strengthens legal protections and encourages responsible digital citizenship. By educating Grade 12 students about their rights and the importance of reporting harmful online behavior, the seminar helped empower young people to contribute to a safer, more inclusive society—an essential foundation for achieving the SDGs.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲