PowHER Up: Filipinas supporting Filipinas with Watsons
For Filipinas, the journey to tapping into their full potential often starts with encouragement from other women. When we see other Filipinas owning their strengths, balancing roles, and making an impact, it lights something within us, too. Empowerment is contagious; by sharing stories and successes, we uplift each other and help every woman see her own worth. Watsons is all about supporting these connections, bringing women together to inspire confidence, wellness, and a sense of community.
Health, beauty, and wellness brand Watsons recently hosted its first-ever “Move with PowHER” Forum, an event dedicated to wellness and empowerment. This gathering encouraged women to connect, share, and celebrate their strengths, bringing together professionals, entrepreneurs, artists, and community leaders. The forum’s discussions focused on personal and professional growth, advocating for mental and physical wellness, and supporting women as they pursue their passions. By inspiring women to lead with confidence, Watsons reaffirms its commitment to empowering every Filipina on her journey to well-being and success.
A Platform for Real Conversations and Empowerment
The forum began with a keynote by Lynn Pinugu, co-founder of She Talks Asia, an advocacy platform for women’s strength, mental health, and gender equality. Lynn shared insights from her journey as a mother, wife, and advocate, emphasizing how authenticity and self-acceptance have fueled her purpose. This message aligns seamlessly with Watsons’ promise to help women “Look Good, Do Good, Feel Great”—a vision that celebrates individuality and uplifts women to support each other and make a positive impact in their communities. Through initiatives like scholarship programs, employee volunteerism, and sustainability projects, Watsons inspires women to confidently drive change and pursue their dreams.
The forum continued with insightful panel discussions spotlighting the areas where Filipinas are making an impact:
• Physical & Mental Wellness: Hazel Calawod, a sports occupational therapist and coach for Olympian Carlos Yulo, highlighted the importance of mental toughness and physical resilience—not only for athletes but for women facing everyday challenges.
• Women in Sports: Nicole Dela Cruz, CEO of Women’s Run PH, shared her journey as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated field, emphasizing the importance of representation and mentorship in empowering female athletes.
• Balancing Family & Work: Sharon Decapia, SAVP of Watsons’ Marketing, PR & Sustainability, discussed her experience juggling executive responsibilities with family life. She stressed that empowerment means pursuing both family and career with intention, offering tips on self-care and achieving one’s goals.
• Women in Advocacy: Lynn Pinugu returned to emphasize advocacy’s role in creating change, sharing how conversations on mental health and gender equality inspire women to break barriers and lead with purpose.
A recurring theme of the forum was the importance of supportive communities where women lift each other up. Through the “Move with PowHER” initiative, Watsons reinforces its role as a trusted partner, offering resources, products, and platforms that help Filipinas excel in every aspect of life. By challenging traditional ideas of leadership, Watsons encouraged attendees to see leadership as advocacy—for themselves, for others, and for broader social causes.
The event’s interactive activities added a personal touch, including a floral workshop that allowed guests to explore themes of growth and self-expression. Brand booths showcased partners like PH Care, Gynepro, Jeunesse, Modess, and Charmee, celebrating products that support women’s health and wellness.
The “Move with PowHER” forum embodied Watsons’ commitment to helping every woman look good, do good, and feel great. By embracing individuality and championing wellness, Watsons encourages women to lead lives filled with purpose and confidence. Visit your nearest Watsons store or download the Watsons App to explore products that support your health, beauty, and wellness journey—empowering you to be your best self every day.
