The PCW is the government’s National Machinery for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment, which champions women’s empowerment and gender equality. The PCW’s main activities are to 1) coordinate the preparation of Philippine development plans for women as well as assessment and updates in cooperation with line agencies; 2) act as a clearing house and database for information relating to women; 3) conduct gender awareness raising programs; 4) conduct policy studies and review legislation; 5) provide technical services and ensure the development of institutional capabilities for gender mainstreaming of government agencies; 6) monitor and assess the implementation of laws and policies on women; 7) implement pilot projects for the delivery of women’s services.