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

  • Stakeholders Unite at WPU for Palawan Provincial Caravan on the West Philippine Sea

    Stakeholders Unite at WPU for Palawan Provincial Caravan on the West Philippine Sea

    Leaders and representatives from national and local government units, academic institutions, and non-government organizations converged at Western Philippines University (WPU), Puerto Princesa City, on May 2–3, 2024, for the Palawan Provincial Caravan on the West Philippine Sea (WPS) — themed “Bayanihang Adhikain, Bayaning Aksiyon Para sa Kanlurang Dagat ng Pilipinas.” The event served as a… Read more

  • National Seminar Workshop and Training Program on Drug Abuse Prevention and Education

    National Seminar Workshop and Training Program on Drug Abuse Prevention and Education

    Selected Students Participated in the National Seminar Workshop and Training Program on Drug Abuse Prevention and Education at Grand Men Seng Hotel, Davao City from April 26-28, 2024. Student attendees including Ms. Clyrevie Mae A. Gavilaga, Student Regent, were accompanied by Engr. Ryan A. Limco, Director, Student Development and Services Office. Congratulations to our participants… Read more

  • The Capacity Building on Drug Abuse Prevention Program

    The Capacity Building on Drug Abuse Prevention Program

    This is a collaborative effort bringing together the Western Philippines University, the Supreme Student Council, Student Welfare and Services, OSAS along with other Non and Government agencies , PADAC-PDEA, Municipality of Aborlan ADAC-PNP, the Palawan Commission on Human Rights Education, Ospital ng Palawan, and various College Organizations. Read more

  • WPU Advances Sustainable Land Use and Ecosystem Conservation Through Approved LUDIP

    WPU Advances Sustainable Land Use and Ecosystem Conservation Through Approved LUDIP

    Western Philippines University (WPU) reinforces its environmental sustainability commitment. This is realized after the WPU Board of Regents approved the university’s Land Use Development and Infrastructure Plan (LUDIP) in a resolution titled “Approving the LUDIP of Western Philippines University.” The plan provides a framework for the responsible utilization, development, and management of university lands, supporting… Read more

Policies

  • 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.…

  • 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…

  • 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,…