Groups hit Philippine government over ‘railroaded’ indigenous community consent for a mega dam project
The group called on the concerned agencies to postpone the talks and “respect the collective decision-making process” of the indigenous communities.
Despite growing opposition, Duterte gov’t approves Kaliwa Dam Project
MWSS has repeatedly reasoned that the construction of the Kaliwa Dam will increase Metro Manila’s water supply and will reduce the capital’s dependence on the Angat Dam Reservoir.
LAUDATO SI ACTION PLATFORM: PARA SAAN ITO?
Layunin nito na manawagan sa mga institusyon at mga sektor ng Simbahan na gumawa ng plano at isakatuparan ang mensahe ng Laudato Si’ sa susunod na pitong taon.
Media group says justice remains elusive for slain broadcaster after 11 years
In 2011, Gerardo “Gerry” Ortega was shot to the head at point-blank range in Puerto Princesa City in the province of Palawan
Philippine bishop calls for release of elderly prisoner, son
The bishop said he is still holding on to hope that the country’s justice system “works and cares for those who have less in life”
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Kalikasan PNE calls on election aspirants to defend environmental defenders
The group said the protection of the environment and defense of the people who are working against ecological destruction “should be a platform” for every candidate.
Message of Bishop Pablo Virgilio David to Kalookan Laity for Principled Politics
. Isang pagkakamali ang iugnay ito sa tiwaling pamamahala at tanggapin na lang na ito’y likas na marumi. Mananatili ngang marumi ang pulitika kung ito’y iiwan natin sa mga kandidatong may maruming layunin.
Bishop reminds Filipinos to support political candidates who value history, freedom
The prelate also urged voters to support candidates who are “credible and honest,” adding that there are candidates who are “untruthful.”
Mega dam project proponent denies irregularities on deal with Indigenous communities
Several groups claimed that the signatories to the agreement were “pre-selected” and a significant number of indigenous communities were not consulted and excluded from the negotiations.