Sustainable Development Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions focuses on promoting peaceful and inclusive societies, ensuring access to justice, and building effective, accountable, and transparent institutions. Western Philippines University contributes to this goal by strengthening institutional governance, promoting accountability, upholding ethical standards, and fostering a culture of transparency and inclusiveness. Through its policies, administrative systems, academic programs, research, and community engagement, the university supports responsible leadership, participatory decision-making, and respect for human rights and the rule of law. It also promotes awareness of justice, peace, public safety, and civic responsibility through instruction and community-based initiatives. Efforts to improve institutional processes, strengthen internal accountability mechanisms, uphold research ethics, and provide accessible information further reinforce WPU’s commitment to responsible governance. By developing informed and socially responsible graduates while continuously improving its institutional systems, the university contributes to building a more just, peaceful, and accountable society. These initiatives align with SDG 16’s objectives of strengthening effective and transparent institutions, promoting inclusive decision-making, ensuring equal access to justice, and advancing peaceful and inclusive communities.
Our initiatives
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WPU Debuts at QS Asia Ranking 2027, First in MIMAROPA
Western Philippines University (WPU) marks a historic milestone as it enters the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2027 for the first time, signifying an important step in its pursuit of academic excellence, international recognition, and institutional development. This achievement also brings greater visibility to higher education in Palawan and the MIMAROPA Region. According to the… Read more
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WPU College of Education Strengthens Campus Preparedness Through Fire Safety Seminar
The College of Education (CEd) of Western Philippines University (WPU) Main Campus, through its student organization, CEdSO, partnered with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)–Aborlan Fire Station to conduct a Fire Safety Educational Seminar for students, faculty, and staff on July 16, 2026. The activity strengthened campus preparedness by equipping participants with practical knowledge of… Read more
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Philippine Red Cross Partners with WPU to Strengthen Humanitarian Education
Western Philippines University and the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) – Palawan Chapter formalized a partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on July 02, 2026 at WPU Puerto Princesa Campus. The partnership aims to strengthen humanitarian education, volunteerism, and community resilience among WPU students and its communities. Under the agreement, the Philippine… Read more
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PCAP Region IV Honors WPU-CCJE Faculty
The Professional Criminologists Association of the Philippines (PCAP) Region IV honored eight faculty members of Western Philippines University–College of Criminal Justice Education (WPU-CCJE) for their exemplary service during the Criminology Profession Week celebration on November 19, 2025, at the Lyceum University of the Philippines Auditorium, Batangas City. Awardees included Mr. Maphilindo D. Lao, who received the Governor’s Mentorship and Knowledge Transfer Award and the Governor’s Advocacy and… Read more
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WPU Signs Major International MOUs to Support Social Work Education
Vigan City, Ilocos Sur — Mr. Ardie Pinzon, Social Work Department Chair, represented Western Philippines University in the recently concluded International Conference – 77th PASWI National Convention held on October 21–24, 2025. On October 22, he presented the Professional Development Exchange Program between the Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. (PASWI) and the Social Work… Read more
Policies
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Persons with Disability (PWDs)
WPU upholds Republic Act No. 7277, also known as the Magna Carta for Persons with Disability, which protects the rights and promotes the inclusion and well-being of persons with disabilities. The university is committed to providing equal opportunities in education, employment, and access to university services while promoting a safe, accessible, and inclusive learning and…
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Non-Discrimination Against Women
WPU upholds Republic Act No. 9710, also known as the Magna Carta of Women, which promotes gender equality and protects women’s rights within the university. The university is committed to providing equal opportunities in education, employment, healthcare, and student services while taking appropriate measures to prevent discrimination and harassment. WPU also supports accessible reporting and…
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Paternity Leave
WPU complies with Republic Act No. 8187, also known as the Paternity Leave Act of 1996, which grants seven (7) days of paternity leave with full pay to eligible married male employees for the first four (4) deliveries of their legitimate spouse with whom they are cohabiting. The university upholds this policy by ensuring that…