Republic Act No. 9262, also known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act, mandates the establishment of Barangay VAW Desks to provide frontline support to victim-survivors. In line with this, City Ordinance No. 2019-27 launched the Search for the Most Outstanding Barangay VAWC Desk to appreciate and reward barangays that demonstrate excellence in their advocacy against VAWC.