Sara Duterte assumed the office of Vice President of the Philippines on June 30, 2022, following a landslide electoral victory under the UniTeam alliance. As the 15th individual to hold the position, she became the youngest vice president in the history of the nation, marking a significant milestone in her career as a Filipino lawyer and politician.
Early Career and Local Governance
Born in Davao City in 1978, Duterte pursued education at San Pedro College before completing her legal studies at San Sebastian College – Recoletos de Manila. Her political trajectory began with her service as deputy mayor of Davao City from 2007 to 2010. She subsequently served two terms as the mayor of Davao City, first from 2010 to 2013 and later from 2016 to 2022.
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Duterte ascended to national office in 2022. Following her inauguration in Davao City, she concurrently assumed the role of Secretary of Education. Her tenure in this dual capacity lasted until June 19, 2024, when she resigned from both the education department and her responsibilities as vice chairperson of an anti-insurgency task force.
Professional Background and Affiliations
Before entering politics, Duterte practiced as a lawyer. Her professional life is grounded in her upbringing in the Philippines, where she remains an active figure in the public sphere. She is known for her fluency in English, Cebuano, and Tagalog, and she identifies as a practitioner of Catholicism.
Fast facts
- Born: 1978, Davao City
- Citizenship: Philippines
- Education: San Pedro College, San Sebastian College – Recoletos de Manila
- Occupations: Lawyer, Politician
- Vice President of the Philippines: 2022
- Mayor of Davao City: 2010-2013, 2016-2022
- Secretary of Education: 2022-2024
- Award: Asia's Most Influential Philippines (2022)
Questions readers ask
What positions has Sara Duterte held in Davao City?
She served as deputy mayor from 2007 to 2010 and as mayor during the periods 2010–2013 and 2016–2022.
When did Sara Duterte serve as the Secretary of Education?
She held the position from June 30, 2022, until her resignation on June 19, 2024.
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