“Couples must have the option to avail of remedies that will pave the way for the attainment of their full human development and self-fulfilment and the protection of their human rights.”
Divorce in PH: a long way to go
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Ruffling the feathers of conservatives
By BENJIE OLIVEROS Bulatlat perspective Two issues are ruffling the feathers of conservatives recently: divorce and same-sex marriage. Late last week, Pope Francis was quoted admitting that there are instances when it is “morally necessary” to end a marriage. “ One particular instance cited by Pope Francis that makes ending a marriage justifiable is “when…
Promoting Philippines as attraction for divorcees slammed
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO Bulatlat.com MANILA — “The Department of Tourism is treading on dangerous waters. Marketing the Philippines as a destination for divorcees is practically synonymous to marketing the Philippines as a destination for sex tourists.” This was the stand made by Gabriela Women’s Party Representative Luz Ilagan after reports came out that…
Divorce bill, providing a remedy for women in abusive marriages
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
“We cannot deny the reality that there are marriages that turn sour. There are marriages that are abusive, even violent and there are bigamous marriages. We need to address this reality and give couples in these failed marriages the option of divorce.” – GWP Rep. Luzviminda Ilagan
Divorce should be an option in unhappy marriages — Gabriela solons
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
“The sanctity of marriage is not based on the number of marriages existing but on the quality of marital relationships. When a marriage is no longer viable, divorce should be an option.” – GWP Rep. Luzviminda Ilagan