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 Promotes Inclusive, Bullying-Free Campus for PWDs
October 27, 2025 – The Western Philippines University Persons with Disability Organization (PWDO), Main Campus, recently conducted an awareness campaign to promote understanding, respect, and inclusion of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). The activity highlighted the importance of addressing bullying and discrimination within the university community. As part of the initiative, organization members distributed informative brochures… Read more
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WPU Advances Environmental Education Through Symposia on Mining and Biodiversity
Western Philippines University (WPU) reinforced its commitment to environmental education and sustainability through two symposia that tackled pressing ecological issues — the Mining Moratorium Symposium and the Katala Fun Day Symposium. Both events brought together students and faculty from the College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Environmental Sciences (CAFES) and the Agricultural Science High School (ASHS)… Read more
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WPU Holds Orientation on RRACS and PNPKI Enrollment Workshop
As part of the 125th Civil Service Month celebration, Western Philippines University spearheaded an Orientation on the Revised Rules on Administrative Cases (RRACS) with emphasis on committed sexual harassment cases and the updated disciplinary rules, alongside a PNPKI Enrollment Workshop last September 26, 2025 at the WPU Main Campus Gymnasium. The orientation gathered university personnel to deepen their… Read more
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CHED-MIMAROPA Establishes First International Relations Officers Network in the Region
In Photo: The newly-elected officers of the MIMAROPA International Relations Officers (IRO) Network, composed of internationalization directors and officers from various HEIs in the region. In a milestone event, the first International Relations Officers (IRO) Network in the MIMAROPA region has been established, bringing together State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs),… Read more
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WPU Strengthens Commitment to Sustainable Development Goals in 2025 Orientation
Western Philippines University (WPU) held its SDG Orientation-Workshop 2025 on September 5 at the WPU Training Center-Main Campus. The event commenced with the theme “WPU at the Forefront: Global Standing and Initiatives for the Sustainable Development Goals.” The one-day activity was spearheaded by the Internationalization and External Affairs Office (IEAO). The orientation gathered university leaders,… Read more
Policies
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Maternity Leave
WPU complies with Republic Act No. 11210, or the Expanded Maternity Leave Law, which grants eligible female employees 105 days of paid maternity leave, with the option to extend for an additional 30 days without pay. Solo mothers are also entitled to an additional 15 days of paid maternity leave, subject to the law’s provisions.…
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Anti-Harassment
WPU upholds Republic Act No. 7877, or the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995, Republic Act No. 11313, or the Safe Spaces Act, and Republic Act No. 9262, or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act. Through these laws, the university demonstrates its commitment to protecting the rights, safety, and dignity of all members of…
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Anti Bribery
Western Philippines University WPU upholds Republic Act No. 3019, also known as the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, which promotes accountability and aims to prevent graft and corruption in government institutions. The university is committed to maintaining integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in its operations and public service. Through compliance with applicable laws and regulations,…