According to the 2017 National Demographic and Health Survey conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority, one in four Filipino women aged 15-49 has experienced physical, emotional, or sexual violence by their husband or partner. It is indeed alarming that despite efforts to address the concern, the violence against women persists.

The Most Holy Rosary Multipurpose Cooperative conducted a “Self Defence Awareness Workshop” for women employees on 25 June 2021 to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. This activity was facilitated by the Philippine National Police in Montalban Rizal Philippines. The activity aimed to create awareness on the rights of a woman and their important role in the community. The workshop empowered the women with self-defence skills.