Miriam Defensor Santiago

ModernPoliticianPhilippines1945 — ?

Iron Lady of Asia, Philippine senator.

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Quick Facts

Born

1945

Country

Philippines

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)14

Political (20%)54

Influence (20%)62

Legacy (20%)47

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)30

Total Score49.5

Miriam Defensor Santiago — Complete Timeline

1988 AD

Won the Ramon Magsaysay AwardCultural

Santiago received the Ramon Magsaysay Award for Government Service. The award recognized her work as a judge and her efforts to reform the Philippine legal system, including her campaign against graft and corruption in the judiciary.

AwardJudiciaryReform

Impact: nationalconstructive

1995 AD

Authored the Anti-Sexual Harassment ActReform◆ Major

As a senator, Santiago authored Republic Act 7877, the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act. The law defined sexual harassment in workplaces and educational institutions and established penalties. It was a landmark piece of legislation for women's rights in the Philippines.

Women's RightsLegislationWorkplace

Impact: nationalprogressive

2012 AD

Elected to the International Criminal CourtPolitical Action◆ Major

Santiago was elected as a judge of the International Criminal Court in The Hague. She was the first Filipino and first Asian woman to hold the position. She served until 2014, when she resigned due to health reasons.

ICCInternational LawJudiciary

Impact: globalconstructive

2016 AD

Ran for President of the PhilippinesPolitical Action◆ Major

Santiago ran for president under the People's Reform Party. She campaigned on anti-corruption and good governance but finished 6th out of 5 candidates (one withdrew). Her campaign was hampered by her battle with lung cancer.

ElectionPresidencyCampaign

Impact: national