THE statistics of women across the country being victims of numerous forms of abuse, even within the supposed safety of their own households, are severely underreported, according to the Philippine Obstetrical & Gynecological Society - Cebu Chapter (Pogs Cebu). The lack of accessible support systems traps countless women and children in a soundless prison, where their suffering is muted by stigma and societal pressures. Shining a light on women’s empowerment, Pogs Cebu is set to host a fundraising dinner concert on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino.
Living up to their role as guardians of women’s health, these doctors aim to ramp up their program “Women & Children Protection,” where they have already developed a triage system to support victims, starting from the grassroots level and growing outward. Concert National Artist for Music, Ryan Cayabyab, along with his seven-piece powerhouse ensemble, the Ryan Cayabyab Singers, will host a special dinner concert. Cayabyab, a world-renowned icon of Original Pinoy Music, has been pivotal in sculpting the Philippines’ music, media and theater scene.
Cebuana pianist-singer-songwriter Kate Torralba, who has honed her craft under the guidance of the Maestro himself, will also perform. Torralba expressed that both she and Cayabyab are deeply passionate about this advocacy. “I support what they’re fighting for,” she said.
“I want to meet all of you and sing for you and say hello to Cebu,.