Liza Maza facts for kids
Liza Lagorza Maza (born September 8, 1957) is a Filipina politician and activist. She served as the lead convenor of the National Anti-Poverty Commission from August 2016 to August 2018. She was also a member of the Philippine House of Representatives, representing the Gabriela Women's Party.
Quick facts for kids
Liza Maza
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Maza in August 2024
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| Lead Convenor of National Anti-Poverty Commission | |
| In office August 1, 2016 – August 20, 2018 |
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| President | Rodrigo Duterte |
| Preceded by | Jose Eliseo Rocamora |
| Succeeded by | Noel Felongco |
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives for Gabriela | |
| In office June 30, 2004 – June 30, 2010 Serving with Luzviminda Ilagan
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| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives for Bayan Muna | |
| In office June 30, 2001 – June 30, 2004 Serving with Crispin Beltran & Satur Ocampo
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Liza Lagorza
September 8, 1957 San Pablo, Laguna, Philippines |
| Political party | Gabriela (2004–present) |
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Bayan Muna (2001–2004) Makabayan (2009–present) |
| Spouse | Jaime Maza (deceased) |
| Residence | Quezon City |
| Alma mater | University of the Philippines Diliman |
About Liza Maza
Liza Maza was born in San Pablo, Laguna, Philippines. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Economics from the University of the Philippines Diliman in 1978.
Working in Government
Liza Maza has worked hard to create new laws and resolutions. As a representative for Bayan Muna, she wrote 18 bills and 24 resolutions. Later, as a representative for the Gabriela Women's Party, she authored 53 bills and 120 resolutions.
Laws She Helped Create
Some important laws that Liza Maza helped create include:
- The Rent Control Act of 2009 (RA 9653)
- The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 (RA 9344)
- The Magna Carta of Women (RA 9710)
- The Philippine Nursing Act (RA 9173)
- The Anti-Torture Law (RA 9745)
- The Anti-Violence in Women and Children Act (RA 9262), which she co-authored.
- The Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2003
These laws aim to protect people's rights and improve their lives in the Philippines.
Recent Activities
In 2015, Liza Maza was prevented from entering the U.S. to attend a conference. She has spoken out about issues affecting people's rights in the Philippines.
In 2024, she shared her plan to run for the senate in the 2025 elections. Also in December 2024, Maza and other officials filed a formal complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte. This complaint was about the alleged misuse of special funds by the Vice President's office.
