On day eight of the 16 Days of Activism, the Zonta Club of Isabela, Philippines, proudly launched its “Zonta Pailaw” project, an initiative to install solar lights in poorly lit areas to enhance safety for women and girls.

The first installation took place in Sitio Isla Verde, Barangay General Aguinaldo, a remote community near Magat Dam, where regular electricity access is challenging. By addressing the lack of proper lighting, the club aims to deter crimes such as assault and provide a safer environment for women and girls to travel and work at night.

The project, aligned with Zonta’s theme of envisioning a brighter future, highlights the critical link between infrastructure and gender-based violence. The club selected the site after a rigorous process involving shortlisting, validation and coordination with local officials.

As the solar lights illuminate paths, they symbolize hope and the club’s commitment to empowering communities. The initiative reinforces the club’s dedication to fostering safety, sustainability and gender equality.