Safe Spaces Act Flashcards
Republic Act No. 11313, also known as the “__________” or the “_____________”
“Safe Spaces Act”
“Bawal Bastos Law”
is a landmark legislation in the Philippines that was enacted on _____________
Republic Act No. 11313 or Safe Spaces Act or Bawal Bastos Law
April 17, 2019
This law aims to promote the protection
and safety of individuals from sexual harassment in public spaces, educational institutions, workplaces,
and other settings. It specifically targets various forms of gender-based harassment and seeks to
create safer, more inclusive environments for all Filipinos, particularly women, members of the
LGBTQIA2S+ community, and marginalized groups. The law extends to both physical and virtual spaces,
respondingto evolving formsof harassment, including online harassment.
Republic Act No. 11313 or Safe Spaces Act or Bawal Bastos Law
was enacted to combat and prevent sexual harassment and other forms of gender-based
violence, particularly in public spaces. The law addresses the need for legal measures to protect individuals from
harassment, whichoften goes unnoticed or unpunished in public places.
Safe Spaces Act
To ______________ of all individuals from sexual harassment in public spaces and other places where
people typically work or interact.
ensure the protection
To ______________ in various environments such as schools, workplaces, and public areas by
providing clear guidelines for what constitutes sexual harassment.
create safe and inclusive spaces
To ____________ by providing avenues for justice and holding perpetrators accountable.
support victims
defines sexual harassment as any unwelcome, gender-based, and sexually suggestive behavior or
action that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment. It includes but is not limited to verbal,
non-verbal,and physicalconduct that is deemedsexual in nature.
RA 11313
The law also emphasizes that sexist slurs, catcalling, wolf-whistling, inappropriate comments, and
sexuallysuggestive gestures
sexual harassment
The law includes various types of sexual harassment, such as:
Verbal harassment
Non-verbal harassment
Physical harassment
Online sexual harassment
Unsolicited comments, remarks, or sexual advances made in person or via technology.
Verbal harassment
Gestures, body language, or displaying explicit images in a public or shared space.
Non-verbal harassment
Inappropriate touching or groping of individuals.
Physical harassment
Sending sexually explicit messages, images, or videos via the internet or mobile communication platforms.
Online sexual harassment
RA 11313 applies to a wide range of public and private spaces, which include:
Public spaces
Workplaces
Educational institutions
Online spaces
Streets, public transportation, parks, and other public venues.
Public spaces
Offices, factories, schools, and other establishments.
Workplaces
Schools, colleges, universities, and other places of learning.
Educational institutions
Digital platforms, social media, and messaging apps.
Online spaces
are required to ensure that local ordinances align with the
provisions of the Safe Spaces Act. They must also establish mechanisms to address complaints and
protect victims in their jurisdiction.
Local Government Units (LGUs)
Schools are mandated to establish policies on sexual harassment prevention,
create safe spaces for students, and educate students about their rights.
Educational Institutions
required to designate to handle complaints related to sexual harassment.
Gender and Development (GAD) officer
must implement policies that ensure the safety of their employees and create anti-harassment programs. This includes providing clear guidelines on how to report incidents of
harassment and taking prompt action when complaints arise.
Employers
A fine of P1,000 to P5,000 or a penalty of 6 months to 1 year of community
service.
Verbal harassment
