02/03/2026
National Women’s Month 2026 Kicks Off with Flag Ceremony, Highlights “Lead Like the Babaylan” Theme
March 2, 2026 — The celebration of National Women’s Month officially commenced this morning, March 2, 2026, during the regular flag ceremony, marking a meaningful start to a month dedicated to honoring women’s strength, leadership, and contributions to society.
The kickoff program was led by Mr. Eduard Mark Bautista, who formally announced the series of activities lined up for the entire month of March. In his message, Mr. Bautista emphasized that the theme encourages women to lead with confidence and purpose while inspiring the entire organization to actively support gender equality and inclusive leadership.
A highlight of the ceremony was the symbolic pinning of purple corsages and shall be worn all throughout the month of March, which began with Schools Division Superintendent Alona C. Uy, CESO V. She was pinned by Assistant Schools Division Superintendent Neil Michael De Asis, CESE, followed by the rest of the team in a show of unity and appreciation. The ceremonial gesture honored the leadership, dedication, and invaluable contributions of women in the division. The activity concluded with group photos, capturing the spirit of solidarity and celebration.
Among the activities announced is a Pickleball Tournament, which will be held twice a week until the end of March. The tournament aims to promote wellness, camaraderie, and active participation, fostering unity and teamwork throughout the month-long celebration.
Mr. Bautista further shared that additional activities are currently being finalized and will be announced in the coming days to sustain enthusiasm and encourage broader engagement in celebrating National Women’s Month.
National Women’s Month is observed annually as a tribute to the resilience, achievements, and leadership of women across all sectors. With this year’s empowering theme, the organization looks forward to a dynamic and meaningful celebration that inspires everyone to truly “Lead Like the Babaylan.”
The ceremony concluded with group photo opportunity symbol of the renewed commitment and collective support for advancing women’s empowerment, setting a strong and inspiring tone for the weeks ahead.