The Philippine Business Coalition for Women Empowerment (PBCWE) was launched in March 2017 through Investing in Women, an initiative of the Australian Government, in partnership with the Philippine Women’s Economic Network (PhilWEN).
PBCWE is made up of influential businesses that are large employers who will take the appropriate steps to improve gender equality in their own workplaces and to influence businesses, both in their supply chains and other large businesses, and to also become better employers of women.
On 23 September 2020, the International Labour Organization, Investing in Women, the Philippine Business Coalition for Women Empwerment, and Employers Conferation of the Philippines launched The Business Case for Women in Business and Management in the Philippines.
7 May 2026, Makati City, Philippines – Filinvest Development Corporation has taken a landmark step in advancing inclusive business practices by becoming the first member
In photo: The PBCWE team with the event speakers and participants during the recently concluded Women’s Month celebration. 17 March 2026, Makati City, Philippines—The Philippine
In photo (L-R; top): Dove Subingsubing, Evident Managing Partner; Raoul Littaua, InLife President & CEO; Don Jose Basa, Sanofi Country Lead & Head of Pharma;
Strength in Numbers. PBCWE would like to work with like-minded individuals and organisations towards achieving a gender equal workplace and society.
You’re in good company. Join other large, influential Philippine companies that have committed to pursue workplace gender equality. Count yourselves in today.
