“My mantra is not to be a grim and determined activist but to be a happy warrior—sing, dance, and write poetry... The struggle is long"
The event aimed to raise awareness about ongoing environmental destruction in Sorsogon and its impact on local communities
Despite the blockade, the event continued with a motorcade, the signing of a declaration of support, and cultural performances
Global Witness pointed out that “more environmental defenders have been killed in the country than anywhere else in the region over the past 11 years.”
Data from Kalikasan PNE indicates even graver figures, with 21 defenders killed and 11 abductions of 19 defenders reported.
Bishop Socrates Mesiona of Puerto Princesa raised alarm over the presence of armed groups that entered the island before dawn
The social action ministry underscored that the 2025 elections are not merely a political event but a moral opportunity for societal renewal
The groups argued that the public consultation held in February 2025 came too late and violated guidelines from the NEDA
PMPI plans to collaborate extensively with communities, partner organizations, and institutions to disseminate the findings widely
The prelate echoed the FABC’s appeal for the Church in Asia to respond to the climate emergency with “urgency, hope, and concrete action.”