A DEPARTMENT of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) official reported a surge in gender-based violence cases in Davao Region, reaching 170 in 2023 compared to 131 in 2022.
Rise in VAWC Cases in Davao City: Reported incidents of Violence Against Women and their Children (VAWC) have surged in Davao City in 2022, reaching approximately 2,000 cases compared to less than 1,000 in 2021. Find out the reasons behind this increase and the efforts being made to address the issue. Read more now.