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 The life of President Elpidio Quirino, the sixth president of the Philippines, was characterized by adversity, tenacity, and commitment to public service. Quirino, who was born in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, on November 16, 1890, came from a lowly background and put a lot of effort into his schooling. His determination to rebuild the country and serve with compassion was bolstered by his early experiences of poverty and loss, particularly during World War II when the majority of his family was killed. Before becoming president, Quirino had an impressive political career. He served as a lawyer, legislator, Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Vice President, and eventually assumed the presidency after the death of President Manuel Roxas in 1948. Throughout his rise in government, he became widely known for his diplomatic skills and commitment to improving national stability during the country’s postwar recovery. During his Presidency Quirino prioritized foreign policy, housing and land reform, a...

 The Children's human rights and dignity, including the government, schools, communities, and families. Children are exposed to risks that did not exist in the past due to the rapid advancement of technology, and this celebration serves as a reminder that protecting them must always be a top national priority. To address these issues, the Philippine government has taken a number of actions, particularly with the Anti-OSAEC and Anti-CSAEM Act. By mandating that internet service providers, tech platforms, and online services block exploitative content and assist law enforcement with investigations, this law improves digital safety.   To rescue victims, offer psychosocial support, and prosecute offenders, government organizations like the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Department of Justice (DOJ), and Philippine National Police – Women and Children Protection Center (PNP-WCPC) collaborate. The battle is far from over in spite of these efforts. There i...

  Vigan is the most intact example in Asia of a planned Spanish colonial town, established in the 16th century. Its architecture reflects the coming together of cultural elements from elsewhere in the Philippines and from China with those of Europe and Mexico to create a unique culture and townscape without parallels anywhere in East and South-East Asia. An important trading post before the colonial era, Vigan is located at the river delta of Abra River, along the northwestern coastline of the main island of Luzon, in the Province of Ilocos Sur, Philippine Archipelago. The total area of the inscribed property is 17.25 hectares. The traditional Hispanic checkerboard street plan opens up into two adjacent plazas. The Plaza Salcedo is the longer arm of an L-shaped open space, with the Plaza Burgos as the shorter. The two plazas are dominated by the St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Archbishop’s Palace, the City Hall and the Provincial Capitol Building . The urban plan of the town closely conf...