PNP Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco D. Marbil lauded the growing leadership of women in the Philippine National Police (PNP), emphasizing their indispensable role in shaping the future of law enforcement. He underscored that women now make up nearly 20 percent of the entire force, with 42,757 female personnel serving in various capacities nationwide—a testament to the PNP’s commitment to gender equality and professional excellence.
“No longer are women just part of the PNP—they are driving its transformation,” Gen. Marbil declared. “Their leadership, dedication, and courage have become vital forces in our mission to uphold peace, order, and justice.”
Breaking barriers and defying traditional expectations, female officers have stepped into critical leadership roles once dominated by men. They are now commanding field operations, heading specialized units, and making high-stakes decisions that impact national security and public safety.
Today, 151 female officers hold key command and operational positions, proving that leadership is not defined by gender but by skill, integrity, and determination.
Among the top-ranking women in the PNP are four female police generals leading major divisions: PBGen Jezebel D. Medina, Director of the PNP Health Service; PBGen Portia Manalad, Chief of the Women and Children Protection Center (WCPC); PBGen Jean Fajardo, the first-ever female Regional Director now leading Police Regional Office 3; and PBGen Maria Leonora Camarao, Regional Director of the Internal Affairs Service (IAS) in the National Capital Region.
Additionally, PCol Vina Guzman holds a Brigadier General-equivalent position as Commandant of Cadets at the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA), where she plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of police officers.
Beyond headquarters, female officers are leading security operations on the ground, proving their capability in the toughest assignments. Two women now serve as Chiefs of Police in Makati City and Mandaluyong City. Five female Provincial Directors oversee the safety and security of entire provinces—Aurora, Guimaras, Antique, Siquijor, and Leyte Sur. Zamboanga City, a critical urban hub, is under the command of a female City Director.
Across various leadership levels, 103 Police Colonels and 35 Police Lieutenant Colonels hold strategic positions, demonstrating the undeniable rise of women in the PNP hierarchy.
“These women are not just making history—they are shaping the future of policing,” Gen. Marbil stressed. “They have shattered ceilings, proven their mettle, and are leading from the frontlines. Leadership is not about gender; it is about competence, vision, and the unwavering commitment to serve.”
He reaffirmed the PNP’s steadfast commitment to empowering female officers by ensuring equal opportunities for career advancement, leadership training, and professional growth. He emphasized that the organization will continue to foster a culture where excellence—not gender—defines success.
“We do not measure leadership by gender. We judge it by action, by results, and by the ability to inspire others. Our female officers have proven time and again that they are more than capable of leading, commanding, and protecting our nation,” Gen. Marbil asserted.
As the PNP continues to evolve, the PNP Chief reiterated that women will play an even more pivotal role in creating a stronger, more inclusive, and highly professional force.
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