Brandplay has launched a nationwide campaign on the Safe Spaces Act, more popularly known as the \u201cBawal Bastos Law.\u201d Titled \u201cSAFE SPACES ACT: Bastos Is Never OK,\u201d the initiative pushes for stronger awareness and understanding of the law, which was passed in 2019 to protect Filipinos against harassment in streets, workplaces, schools, and online platforms. <\/p>\n
While the law is in place, many still struggle to understand what it covers, who it protects, and how it can be enforced. This campaign directly addresses that gap by translating the law\u2019s technical language into relatable, everyday action.<\/p>\n
The campaign is anchored on raising rights awareness. It emphasizes that catcalling, sexist remarks, offensive jokes, and even online harassment are not trivial behaviors but punishable acts that harm individuals and communities. By educating Filipinos on what harassment truly is and how they can assert their rights, the campaign bridges the space between legislation and daily life.<\/p>\n
To deliver this message, PAGEONE Prime under PAGEONE Studios has released a series of digital videos that unpack the Safe Spaces Act, presenting facts and everyday scenarios where harassment often happens, such as on public transportation, in offices, in schools, and across online platforms. These materials highlight not only who is most affected, particularly young people and women, but also how everyone has a stake in making shared spaces safe and inclusive.<\/p>\n