On March 6, 2026, law students from the Central Philippine University (CPU) College of Law Legal Aid Clinic delivered a lecture to students at Tagsing-Buyo National High School in Tagsing, Sta. Barbara, Iloilo.
Legal Education Reaches Iloilo Students
The outreach activity centered on three key pieces of legislation: the Safe Spaces Act, Anti-Bullying Laws, and the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children (VAWC) Act. The goal was to increase awareness among students regarding their rights, responsibilities, and available legal protections.
Atty. Ina Noelene M. Bernales supervised the law student practitioners during the lecture, guiding their presentations and engagement with the students. Students from Tagsing-Buyo National High School actively participated as the speakers detailed the importance of understanding laws designed to foster safety, respect, and protection within schools and communities.
The Legal Aid Clinic noted its appreciation for the support and accommodations provided by Mr. Alfredo J. Parreño Jr., PhD, principal of Tagsing-Buyo National High School. This event represents a continuing effort by the CPU College of Law Legal Aid Clinic to extend legal education beyond the university and directly into local communities.
Future outreach efforts could expand to include additional schools and a wider range of legal topics. The Legal Aid Clinic may as well explore opportunities to provide ongoing support and resources to students and educators. It is also possible that similar initiatives will be replicated by other legal aid organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What laws were discussed during the outreach lecture?
The lecture covered the Safe Spaces Act, Anti-Bullying Laws, and the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children (VAWC) Act.
Who supervised the law student practitioners?
Atty. Ina Noelene M. Bernales supervised the law student practitioners during the lecture.
Where did the outreach activity take place?
The outreach activity took place at Tagsing-Buyo National High School in Tagsing, Sta. Barbara, Iloilo.
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