The “Hawak ng Babae ang Kalahati ng Mundo” session provided a meaningful space for women and men from Indigenous Peoples (IP) and non-IP communities to reflect on gender roles, leadership, livelihoods, identity, and community life. Through participatory activities, participants examined the realities of their daily responsibilities and recognized the often-unseen labor and leadership of women in households, farming, coffee production, entrepreneurship, and community governance. The 5Rs Framework encouraged reflection on recognizing, reducing, redistributing, representing, and building resilience around shared responsibilities. Discussions on the Three Layers of Life and the Four Harmonies deepened participants’ understanding of purpose, well-being, relationships, spirituality, and stewardship of creation. The session also created opportunities for dialogue between IP and migrant communities, particularly on ancestral domain rights, coffee farming, economic cooperation, and peaceful coexistence. Ultimately, the gathering affirmed women’s vital contributions while promoting inclusive, respectful, resilient, and harmonious communities.
