Some Lumad schools may not be able to start classes on June 1, with soldiers encamped in the area.
‘Let Lumad schools open’
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Matigsalug woman braves typhoons and militarization
“We told them that it is stated in the law and international law that soldiers are not allowed to camp within 100 meters from school. When we asserted this, they said ‘Ah, you are an NPA.’ And we would say, no, we are just fighting for what is right.” By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL Bulatlat.com…
Lumad children’s cry: ‘Save our schools!’
By Satur C. Ocampo At Ground Level | The Philippine Star “Og iskwela puron…” In Talaingod Manobo, “I wish to go to school…” Thus do the lumad (indigenous people) children express their eagerness for education, firmly supported by their parents, grassroots organizations and tribal leaders. This week 13 Talaingod Manobo children, accompanied by adults, arrived…