NAMRIA: Fostering Gender and Development

National Mapping and Resource Information Authority (NAMRIA) supports the integration of women as full and equal partners of men in national development. Through the years, it has been carrying out organization and client-focused Gender and Development (GAD) activities, which are mainstreamed with the agency’s programs and projects.

The NAMRIA GAD Focal Point System (GFPS), in collaboration with its units and clients, ensures the implementation of GAD activities. Gender analysis through the use of the Philippine Commission (PCW)-prescribed tools such Gender Mainstreaming Evaluation Framework (GMEF) , Harmonized Gender and Development Guidelines (HGDG) and GAD Functionality Assessment Tool (GFAT) were administered by the GFPS members and Project Implementers to identify relevant gender issues. The programs and activities indicated in the Annual GAD Plan Budget (GPB) are strategies that will address the identified gender gaps.

The NAMRIA GFPS is headed by the Executive Committee Chairperson, who is the highest-ranking female official. As leading GAD Champion, with the support and assistance from the Top Management and Technical Working Groups, boosts notably the current Agency’s gender performance.

Mandate

NAMRIA is a committed partner of the Philippine Government in building geospatially-empowered community, supports equal opportunities for all to fully harness potentials, free from gender-based violence, coercion, or discrimination.

Vision

A gender-responsive agency that promotes equal opportunities for all in fulfilling NAMRIA’s mandate building a geospatially inclusive and empowered Philippines.

Goals

Continuous capacity building of employees and stakeholders on GAD concepts
Provide gender-responsive services and facilities to employees and clients.
Develop geospatial products and services with gender information.
Mainstream GAD in the Organization’s Policies, Plans, Program, Activities, and Projects (PAPs)
Develop partnership with other Agencies and stakeholders for GAD

NAMRIA GAD Focal Point System (GFPS)

The NAMRIA GFPS is headed by a focal person who is the highest-ranking female official of the agency. She receives guidance from a higher-ranking adviser with assistance from the vice focal person, and the various committees.

GFPS Functions

Head of Agency

Issues policies or other directives articulating support to GAD mainstreaming in the policies, plans, programs, projects and activities, budget, systems and procedures of the agency including the creation, strengthening, modification or reconstitution of the GFPS; and
Approve the Agency GAD Plan and Budget (GPB) and GAD Accomplishment Report (GAR) as duly endorsed by the Executive Committee, with the assistance of the Technical Working Group, and ensure its implementation.

GFPS Executive Committee (GFPS Execom)

Provide direction and give policy advice to the Agency Head to support and strengthen the GFPS and the agency’s Gender and Development (GAD) mainstreaming activities;
Direct the identification of GAD strategies, programs, activities, and projects based on the results of the gender audit, gender analysis and according to the identified priorities of the agency in response to the gender issues faced by its clients and employees;
Ensure the timely submission of the agency GAD Plan and Budget (GPB), Accomplishment Report (AR), and other GAD-related reports to the PCW and DBM;
Ensure the effective and efficient implementation of the agency GAD programs, activities, and projects and the judicious utilization of the GAD Budget;
Build and strengthen the partnership of the agency with PCW, GAD experts, advocates, women’s groups, and other stakeholders in pursuit of gender mainstreaming;
Recommend approval of agency GPB and GAD ARs; and
Recommend awards or recognition to outstanding institutional GAD programs, activities, and projects and /or GAD Focal Person members.

GFPS Technical Working Group (GFPS-TWG)

A. Policy, Plans and Programs (PPP)

Facilitate the implementation of the gender mainstreaming efforts of the agency through the GAD planning and budgeting process;
Formulate agency GAD Plans, Programs, and Budget (GPB) in response to the gender gaps and issues faced by clients and constituencies, women and men employees, following the conduct of a gender audit, gender analysis, and/or review of sex-disaggregated data;
Spearhead the preparation of GAD Project Folder and GAD AR;
Facilitate the submission of GPB and GAD AR to PCW via Gender Mainstreaming Monitoring System (GMMS);
Develop and review GAD-related policies;
Spearhead the conduct of studies relative to the impact of GAD-related policies on women and men; and
Manage the operation of the NAMRIA Daycare Center (NDCC) and Lactation Stations (LS).

B. Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)

Monitor and evaluate the implementation of GAD-related programs, activities, and projects (PAPs) and suggest corrective measures to improve the implementation of GAD PAPs and GFPS activities;
Provide regular updates and recommendations to the GFPS Execom on the activities of the GFPS and the progress of agency GAD mainstreaming activities;
Maintain sex-disaggregated data (SDD);
Spearhead the conduct of the Gender Mainstreaming Evaluation Framework (GMEF) assessment and GFPS Functionality Assessment Tool (GFAT);
Monitor the implementation of NDCC and LS based on existing relevant agency policies and/or guidelines; and
Monitor the updating of NAMRIA GAD corner, GAD web page, and GADIS.

C. Training

Develop and implement a GAD capacity development plan;
Identify appropriate GAD training for NAMRIA employees, including the conduct of training needs assessment (TNA);
Assess the outcome of GAD trainings of employees; and
Maintain and monitor GAD resource pool of the agency.

D. Finance and Logistics

Manage the funds allocated for GAD-related activities;
Provide the necessary logistics and other materials needed in the conduct of GAD-related activities;
Monitor and report the status of GAD fund utilization; and
Prepare cash advances and liquidation reports for GAD-related activities.

E. Information, Education and Communication (IEC)

Facilitate the conduct of IEC and GAD advocacy activities (e.g., Women’s Month, 18-Day Campaign to end Violence Against Women, etc.);
Develop, update and disseminate IEC materials to employees and stakeholders in support to the GAD mainstreaming efforts;
Maintain and enhance the NAMRIA GAD corner, GAD web page, and GAD Information System (GADIS); and
Prepare post-activity report on IEC and other GAD activities.

GFPS Sectretariat:

Facilitate all GFPS meetings and document the proceedings;
Prepare GAD Project Folder and GAD AR for submission to PPP GFPS-TWG;
Consolidate post-activity reports on GAD advocacy activities; and
Maintain all records and documents of the GFPS.

Working Group

GFPS Executive Committee (GFPS Execom):
Chairperson:	Ofelia T. Castro
Vice-Chairperson:	Arlene B. Brillantes
Adviser:	Efren P. Carandang
Members:	Capt. Carter S. Luma-ang Sylvia L. Esperanza Rowena E. Bongalos Ronaldo C. Gatchalian Atty. Jessie M. Racimo Jeffrey A. Quodala
GFPS Technical Working Group (GFPS TWG):
Chairperson:	Arlene B. Brillantes
Policy, Plans and Programs (PPP):
Head Focal Person:	Ronaldo C. Gatchalian
Asst. Focal Person:	Xenia R. Andres
Members:	Paulina S. Bernabe Estela C. Gumabon Lt. Kerwin C. Ferrer
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E):
Head Focal Person:	Sylvia L. Esperanza
Asst. Focal Person:	LCdr. Lorena Jasmin D. Lerio
Members:	Fatima A. Santos Charisma Victoria D. Cayapan Precious M. Navarro
Training:
Head Focal Person:	Atty. Jessie M. Racimo
Asst. Focal Person:	Florence M. Acle
Members:	Cristina M. Montoya Leah Katrina T. Angeles Annalyn P. Perez
Finance and Logistics:
Head Focal Person:	Rowena E. Bongalos
Asst. Focal Person:	April Gem M. Viado
Members:	Aubrey George T. Corpuz Cornelio S. Tolentino Maria Sibyl E. Bellen
Information, Education and Communication (IEC):
Head Focal Person:	Jeffrey A. Quodala
Asst. Focal Person:	Jeffrey M. Aguillon
Members:	Norman L. Boydon Erwin D. Famatiga Rhean Mark A. Monilla
GFPS Secretariat:
Head Focal Person:	Jeanevie T. Habitan
Asst. Focal Person:	Mary Ann M.de Belen
Members:	Arlene B. Balauro Monaliza M. Espiritu Dahlia P. Marqueses

News and Events

14 August 2024	NGFPS assists San Lazaro Hospital Gender Sensitivity Training anew
30 July 2024	NAMRIA advocates gender equality and social inclusion, supports Pride Month
29 April 2024	NAMRIA conducts a series of gender sensitivity trainings with public high schools anew
31 March 2024	NAMRIA joins the 2024 National Women's Month Celebration
30 January 2024	NAMRIA reaches out to students anew, conducts fora on The Safe Spaces Act
30 November 2023	NAMRIA observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
9 November 2023	NGFPS assists Philippine Navy in its 2023 3rd quarter GAD activity
27 October 2023	GAD News Clippings Source: The Philippine Star, October 20 and 24, 2023
16 August 2023	NGFPS assists San Lazaro Hospital Gender Sensitivity Training
16 August 2023	DENR Region IV-B benchmarks NAMRIA GADIS
12 May 2023	NAMRIA conducts gender sensitivity trainings for public high schools
12 May 2023	NAMRIA participates in 2023 National Women's Month advocacy events
17 March 2023	NAMRIA joins 2023 National Women's Month Celebration
2 March 2023	Special day for NAMRIA's women scientists
28 December 2022	Updates on NAMRIA's gender mainstreaming performance
27 December 2022	NAMRIA reaches out to students, conducts information campaign on The Safe Spaces Act
25 November 2022	Virtual Kick-Off Activity for the 2022 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women
29 March 2022	Gender Sensitivity Training held for NGFPS Members and Field Team Leaders
3 March 2022	NAMRIA joins the 2022 Women's Month Celebration
24 March 2021	NAMRIA GFPS holds webinar on work-life balance during COVID-19 pandemic
8 March 2021	NAMRIA begins its observance of 2021 Women's Month
23 November 2020	NAMRIA to join 2020 awareness campaign to protect women and children
3 May 2019	2019 NAMRIA Women's Month Celebration
16 April 2018	Celebrating Women's Month at NAMRIA 2018: Making change work for women
15 June 2017	NAMRIA joins DENR in celebrating its 30th Anniversary

Downloads

15 August 2024	Adoption and Implementation of the NAMRIA Gender and Development (GAD) Agenda 2020-2025
23 July 2024	NAMRIA-LD-Form14 Ver3 Rev00 L and D Assessment and Monitoring Plan for In House and Other HR Interventions form (1)
21 February 2023	Reconstitution of the NAMRIA Gender and Development Focal Point System (NAMRIA-GFPS)