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President Elpidio Quirino was born on November 16, 1890, in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, to a modest family that valued determination and diligence. Despite limited financial means, he continued his education and eventually completed a law degree at the University of the Philippines in 1915. Before beginning his government service, he worked as both a teacher and a journalist roles that broadened his understanding of national concerns and strengthened his commitment to serving the Filipino people. Quirino’s political journey started when he became a member of the House of Representatives, later advancing to the Senate. His competence and dedication led to his appointment as Secretary of the Interior, and he was eventually elected Vice President alongside President Manuel Roxas in 1946. After Roxas passed away in 1948, Quirino stepped into the presidency during a period when the country was still recovering from the massive destruction caused by World War II. Despite these difficulties, he focuse...

  This year’s National Children’s Month theme, “OSAEC-CSAEM Wakasan: Kaligtasan at Karapatan ng Bata, Ipaglaban!” (End Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children and Child Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Materials: Fight for the Safety and Rights of Children), reminds us of the urgent need to protect children from the dangers of the digital world. With the rise of internet use among young people, online platforms have become both a space for learning and a source of serious threats. Many children are exposed to online sexual abuse, exploitation, and harmful content, which can deeply affect their safety, dignity, and mental health. The Philippin government continues to strengthen its efforts to protect children through laws and programs. One of these is Republic Act No. 11930, also known as the Anti-OSAEC and Anti-CSAEM Act, which punishes those who exploit children online. Agencies like the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Department of Justice (DOJ), and Cou...