The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) joins the nation in celebrating National Women’s Month this March, recognizing the vital contributions of women to society and reaffirming our commitment to gender equality and empowerment.
This year’s theme, “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas sa Bagong Pilipinas,” emphasizes the importance of women’s empowerment and the promotion of equitable access to resources and opportunities in public transportation.
To kick off the celebration, employees joined the flag raising ceremony wearing purple clothes on Monday, March 3. A complimentary hotdog sandwich and coffee were served following the ceremony.
Banners and streamers were displayed across all LRT-2 stations, and at the Line 1 and Line 2 Depots.
“This Women’s Month celebration reflects the LRTA’s dedication to honoring the invaluable contributions of women in our organization and society,” said Administrator Hernando Cabrera. “Our activities are designed to celebrate women while highlighting our ongoing commitment to gender equality and creating inclusive spaces within our railway system,” he added.
Cabrera emphasized that the agency continues to implement policies and initiatives that promote gender-responsive services across all LRT-2 stations, ensuring that female passengers and employees receive equal opportunities and support.
Women’s Month Activities
On March 5, various activities will take place at the stations, including the distribution of roses to female passengers at Antipolo Station, starting at 8:00 AM, led by LRTA Administrator Cabrera and Gender and Development (GAD) members. Information materials will also be distributed at Antipolo, Cubao, Recto, Marikina, and Legarda stations. Female employees will enjoy self-care activities, including free haircuts and manicure/pedicure services at the LRT-2 Depot, followed by a Zumba session from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Social Hall.
In collaboration with KLIO International Marketing Corporation, reusable food containers will be given to female commuters on March 5 at Antipolo Station, with additional distributions scheduled for March 19 at Araneta Center-Cubao Station and March 26 at Recto Station. In celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8, the LRTA will offer free rides for women passengers during peak hours (7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM), allowing women across the metro to travel with ease on this special day.
On March 12, free haircut services will be available for female passengers at Cubao Station, alongside wellness services for female employees at the LRT-2 Depot. A special ceremonial lunch will also launch the new Gender and Development Toolkit, featuring participation from female managers and special guests.Similar services will extend to Recto Station on March 19, including free haircuts for female passengers, wellness services for female employees, and afternoon Zumba sessions.
The month-long celebration will culminate on March 26 with the distribution of informational materials to passengers and employees at various stations, as well as 1,000 purple foldable umbrellas at Antipolo Station. The LRTA remains committed to gender mainstreaming and creating an environment that respects and celebrates the capabilities and rights of women. These initiatives underscore our dedication to supporting the national agenda for women’s empowerment and gender equality within the railway sector.