Strengthening the Shield: How Philippine Laws Can Better Protect Rape Victims
With legislation such Republic Act No. 8505 (An Act Providing Assistance and Protection for Rape Victim) and Republic Act No. 8353 (An Act Expanding the Definition of Rape), the Philippines has made notable progress toward safeguarding rape victims. Still, these developments create gaps and problems. Let’s examine how Philippine legislation may empower and protect survivors of sexual assault even more. …