In recognition of National Children’s Month and the Awareness Month for Violence Against Women and Children, “CIA with BA’s” “Yes or No” segment highlighted issues concerning women’s and children’s rights.
Jabo from the “Mariteam” asked, “’Yung kaibigan ko po, naghiwalay sila ng kanyang asawa… pinagbantaan niya ‘yung kaibigan ko na hindi po niya bibigyan ng sustento at sasaktan niya po. Pwede niya po bang kasuhan ‘yong lalake kahit ‘di niya na po ‘to asawa?” Senator Pia Cayetano affirmed, “Yes, pwede niyang kasuhan,” explaining that both physical and economic abuse are punishable. “’Yung hindi pagbibigay o maging pananakot na hindi magbibigay ay may kaakibat na parusa,” she added.
Meanwhile, Tim raised a question about child labor in family businesses, which Senator Alan Peter Cayetano clarified under Republic Act 9231, as amended by R.A. 11996, is legal as long as it does not harm the child or hinder their development.
The Cayetanos concluded with reminders on supporting Filipino families. “Let’s find ways na palakasin ang mga pamilyang Pilipino,” Alan said, with Pia adding, “Let’s make this a better place for women and children.”
“CIA with BA” airs Sundays at 11 p.m. on GMA7, with replays on GTV every Saturday at 10:30 p.m.
