PROCLAMATION NO. 443

: Friday, September 20, 1957, was declared as Josefa Llanes Escoda Day.
: The proclamation was made by virtue of the powers vested in the President of the Philippines by law, recognizing Josefa Llanes Escoda's outstanding services.
: Josefa Llanes Escoda was a patriot and civic leader who was killed during World War II for her underground activities and aid to war prisoners. She contributed to social work and the girl-scouting movement in the Philippines.
: The National Federation of Women's Clubs of the Philippines, the Girl Scouts of the Philippines, and other civic organizations supported the declaration.
: Her contributions in the fields of social work and the girl-scouting movement are specifically mentioned.
: She was killed by the enemy during World War II due to her underground activities and aid given to war prisoners and allied internees.
: It is a special observance proclaiming a specific day in honor of Josefa Llanes Escoda rather than an enactment of a permanent law.
: The President's signature and official seal authenticate and formally enforce the proclamation as an official act of the government.