Here in Asia Society Philippines, positions are held mostly by women. This is somehow an affirmation of the 'women-friendly' societal conditions of the country. Although this is only a small portion of a large and competitive professional community, reflections of the nation's recognition of the role and importance of women are evident on aspects such as justice, education, economics, politics and health. The last is still a debatable topic, with the current issue of the Reproductive Health Bill in the Philippine Congress.
