HR01489: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE DEEP CONDOLENCES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ON THE PASSING OF VETERAN JOURNALIST RINA JIMENEZ-DAVID
House Resolution No. 1489 expresses the deep condolences of the House of Representatives on the passing of veteran journalist and women's rights advocate Rina Jimenez-David on November 12, 2023, at the age of 68. This resolution is highly significant as it formally recognizes Mrs. Jimenez-David's profound and lasting impact on Philippine journalism and advocacy, particularly for women's rights. Her nearly three decades of writing the "At Large" column for the Inquirer, where she tackled women's health issues and challenged politicians, established her as a powerful and conscientious voice in national discourse.
The resolution highlights her decorated career, noting her multiple awards, including being named Best Columnist for Excellence by the Global Media Awards twice, being honored by Woman Delivered as one of 15 global journalists using their platforms for girls' and women's issues, and receiving the People Management Association of the Philippines Makatao Awards. Her literary contributions, such as "Woman at Large" and "Nightmare Journeys," further underscore her dedication to shedding light on critical social issues. By formally acknowledging her passing, the House of Representatives honors a stellar journalist and champion of women's rights whose work significantly contributed to public awareness and advocacy in the Philippines.