Barangay Cherry Mobile
acknowledges the significant contribution of women in the society, not just
limited to procreation of humanity but also in vast fields such as the economics,
business, information technology, social development work, education, medicine,
engineering, politics, science and the arts, among others.
As many women thrived in their
chosen fields, there were those who suffered from various forms of abuses (i.e.
physical, verbal, psychological, sexual) due to some other circumstances in
life. For this reason, the corporate social responsibility department of Cherry Mobile
extended assistance for women in difficult situations all throughout the
country. This assistance ranges from livelihood to health, education, training,
and relief.
When the nation celebrated
Women’s Month, Barangay Cherry Mobile conducted a special activity at the
National Center for Women (currently known as DSWD Haven for Women) intended
for a special group of women who are experiencing difficulties in life.
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| Women of The Haven were honored by Cherry Mobile scholars through an inspirational song dedicated to them. |
The clients of The Haven are disadvantaged women who were
victims either of involuntary prostitution, illegal recruitment, different
types of abuse, or emergency situations. The Haven serves as their temporary
home and a threshold to their future, providing protective and rehabilitation
services and promoting their rights and welfare. Barangay Cherry Mobile
contributed its share not just by providing additional provisions for the
shelter and gift packs for a hundred beneficiaries, but to make them feel
valued for who they are. The volunteers spent time to encourage the women to be
brave, gathering strength from the beauty that comes from the inside.
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Volunteers and staff
considered the activity memorable just as much as the beneficiaries did,
because of the message of personal value and self-esteem that the activity
hinged on.
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DSWD Haven (National Center for Women) received its guests
along with a large group of anticipating women. Employee volunteers and Cherry
Mobile scholars visited the Center with a set of organized and exciting
activities for them and ears ready to listen to their stories.
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The simple programme
included games, prizes, and a gift giving for the women and for their children.
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As endless as the truth, “All women are beautiful,” is the
fact that all women should be recognized and appreciated for who they are and
for the roles they fulfill. Barangay Cherry Mobile took time to accomplish this
simple yet crucial task, leaving an impact not just on the beneficiaries but also
on those who volunteered to show kindness.
Written by Keren Grace Tandico
