DFALF Concludes 2022 Wellness Series and Joins 18-Day Campaign to Stop Violence against Women with Krav Maga Class

International Krav Maga Federation Coach Jess Garci (6th from left) with DFA Ladies’ Foundation, Inc. members during the Krav Maga self-defense class held at the DFA on 1 December 2022. (DFALF photo)

PASAY CITY, 12 December 2022 – The DFA Ladies Foundation, Inc. (DFALF) concluded its 2022 wellness series by conducting a Krav Maga class with the International Krav Maga Federation (IKMF) in observance of the 18-day campaign to stop violence against women (VAW). The activity was conducted by Coach Jess Garci at the DFA Bulwagang Apolinario Mabini (BAM) on 01 December 2022. 

The 18-Day Campaign to End VAW supports the Philippine government’s goal of protecting the human rights of women and girls by upholding its commitment to address all forms of gender-based violence as enshrined in the 1987 Constitution.

Participants of the activity were taught practical application of self-defense techniques to address dangerous situations. The instructor emphasized the need to try to de-escalate a situation, use personal belongings such as bags and umbrellas as shields, always be on alert and scan one’s surroundings, and use quick and effective actions to get out of harmful situations. 

“The ultimate goal of the DFALF’s wellness series is to help our members empower themselves. Developing their ability for self-care and self-protection contributes to that goal,” DFALF President Kristine Salle said. 

The DFALF conducted a total of seven (7) wellness activities from September to December 2022: Sound Bath Meditation, Zumba Class, 1st and 2nd batches of Calligraphy Class, Dance Class, Bike Class, and the recently-conducted Krav Maga Class. The Foundation conveys its appreciation to all facilitators and participants of the 2022 DFALF Wellness Series. 

The next major activity is the Annual General Assembly (GA), which will take place on 15 December 2022 at the BAM. The GA will also be held in celebration of the DFALF’s 26th anniversary. END