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By Rhea Mae Ruba, DOST GAD Unit
A “Power Walk” activity during the 2025 Gender Sensitivity Training (GST) for newly hired DOST-Central Office employees, illustrating social inequalities and diverse lived experiences within the community.
Recognizing the importance of fostering an equal, inclusive, and respectful workplace, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), through the Gender and Development (GAD) Unit, conducted the 2025 Gender Sensitivity Training (GST) with the goal to enhance understanding of the basic concepts of gender, modifying the perceptions and behaviors associated with GAD, and cultivating a gender-sensitive culture within the workplace.
Read more: GAD TRAINING: BRIDGING THE GENDER GAP, PROMOTING EQUALITY
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Science and Technology Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. recalled how Science, Technology, and Innovation has improved in providing solutions and creating opportunities for all, through the years.
“Over the years, we’ve seen how science and technology can bridge gaps and DOST has reached communities, even those that were once considered too far or too difficult to serve,” Solidum said.
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The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) will officially inaugurate the Philippine Handloom Weaving Center on 07 July 2025 at the DOST-PTRI Grounds in Taguig City.
The Philippine Handloom Weaving Center is envisioned as a hub for innovation in the country’s handloom weaving sector. It aims to advance weaving techniques and technology while preserving the cultural heritage and craftsmanship of Filipino weavers.
Read more: DOST-PTRI to Launch Philippine Handloom Weaving Center in July 2025
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Be treated to a sensory experience this July as the Department of Science and Technology- Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) marks its 68th Anniversary with exciting activities for the public.
Themed Rooted in Senses, Growing Innovations: A Celebration of Forest Products, this year’s celebration highlights the Institute’s remarkable legacy of science-driven innovation and the deep connection between people and the forest.
Read more: DOST-FPRDI’s 68th year highlights connection between people and forest
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By Rosemarie C. Señora, DOST-STII
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has successfully embarked on a high-impact strategic mission to the United Kingdom from June 8 to 15, 2025. The mission aims to solidify international partnerships that will accelerate the Philippines’ transition into a robust innovation economy.
Anchored under Project Padaghan, this week-long mission is a pivotal step in DOST’s broader agenda to connect Philippine research and development (R&D) with global innovation ecosystems. The delegation engaged with some of the UK's most prominent science and technology institutions including University College London Business (UCLB), the UK Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT), UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng), and innovation hubs in Glasgow and Edinburgh.