In a bold step toward building a more respectful and inclusive learning environment, the Regional Training Center – Korea-Philippines Vocational Training Center (RTC-KPVTC), Davao hosted “Safe Spaces and Stronger Communities: A Forum on Protecting Human Dignity” on May 21, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the RTC-KPVTC Multi-Purpose Hall. The forum was mandatory for all trainers and staff across all trade areas, emphasizing the institution’s firm stance on upholding safety and human rights in education.
To provide accurate legal insight and deepen participants’ understanding of relevant laws, the Training Center requested resource speakers from the Philippine National Police – Davao City Police Office. The guest speakers educated attendees on four landmark legislations: the Safe Spaces Act (RA 11313), Anti-Hazing Act of 2018 (RA 11053), Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995 (RA 7877), and Anti-Bullying Act of 2013 (RA 10627). These laws served as critical frameworks for promoting safe, inclusive, and respectful environments in both academic and professional settings.
The initiative reflected RTC-KPVTC, Davao’s commitment to not just technical training, but also the moral and ethical development of its workforce. By deepening awareness of these protections, the forum empowered trainers to become advocates of safe spaces within their spheres of influence—ensuring that institutions like TESDA were not only centers of learning but also sanctuaries of dignity.
“We’re not just teaching skills — we’re nurturing people. And that means building a culture where no one fears for their safety or worth,” said Engr. Constantino B. Panes, Jr., Ed.D., Center Administrator of RTC-KPVTC, Davao.
Through this forum, RTC-KPVTC, Davao made it clear: protecting human dignity isn’t just a policy — it’s a shared promise. And that promise begins with all of us.
