STATEMENT BY THE PROFESSORS FOR PEACE CONDEMNING THE RUSSIAN INVASION OF UKRAINE

On 24 February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, signaling a dramatic escalation of conflict between the two nations that began 2014. The human cost of the invasion has already reached over 9000 dead, and at least one million displaced by the fighting. Unless immediately stopped, the war will likely precipitate a humanitarian disaster with millions displaced and tens of thousands killed.

We support the efforts of the Philippines’ Department of Foreign Affairs to secure and repatriate about 300 Filipino citizens and OFWs in Ukraine.

We support the DFA’s statement at the emergency special session of the United Nations General Assembly held on March 2, 2022, joining a growing number of nations calling for an end to hostilities and the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure. We support efforts now underway in the UN for massive humanitarian assistance for the Ukrainian people, and the promotion of humanitarian principles and international rule of law in addressing this conflict.

We believe to do so is in the enlightened interest of the Philippines and the rest of the world.

First, the war and its repercussions are disrupting and delaying global economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. Already, multilateral financial institutions have slashed their economic growth forecasts for the global economy. For the Philippines which is dependent on trade, investments and migrant remittances, slower global growth combined with much higher uncertainty and volatility in international financial markets will diminish the strength and inclusiveness of economic recovery.

Second, the Russian invasion of Ukraine provides a dangerous precedent that threatens the territorial integrity, political independence and sovereignty of countries with powerful, expansionist neighbors.

Third, a further deterioration of this conflict and a possible wider conflagration in Europe, with risks heightened due to the high alert status of Russia’s nuclear forces, could lead to unfathomable human destruction that will affect us all.

We call on our government to condemn the invasion, and to do what it can to support the people of Ukraine. We stand with the growing number of citizens across the world, and most specially in Russia itself, who demand an end to this military aggression.

SIGNED:

Edilberto C. De Jesus, PhD, Senior Research Fellow, Ateneo Policy Center and Professor Emeritus, Asian Institute of Management
Imelda Deinla, PhD, Associate Professor, Ateneo School of Government
Kenneth Y. Hartigan-Go, MD, MD (UK), Senior Research Fellow, Ateneo Policy Center
Jose Ramon G. Albert, PhD, Former President Philippine Statistical Association, Inc.
Fr. Joel Tabora, SJ, President, Ateneo de Davao University
Hadji Balajadia, MSc, Assistant Professor, Psychology Department, Ateneo de Davao University
Socorro L. Reyes, PhD, Former Associate Professor of Political Science, De La Salle University; International Consultant, UN Women
Antonette Palma-Angeles, PhD, former Vice President for the Professional Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Tomas P. Africa, Former President, Philippine Statistical Association; Faculty in Charge, Innovation and Strategic Management, Development Academy of the Philippines
Romulo A. Virola, PhD, Retired Secretary General, National Statistical Coordination Board (NSCB)
Manuel M. Dayrit MD, MSc, Adjunct Professor & former Dean, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Allan B. I. Bernardo, PhD, Distinguished University Professor, De La Salle University
Mary Racelis, PhD, Research Scientist, Institute of Philippine Culture; Professorial Lecturer, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Ateneo de Manila University
Julio C. Teehankee, PhD, Professor of Political Science and International Studies, De La Salle University
Maria Fe Villamejor-Mendoza, PhD, Professor and Former Dean, National College of Public Administration and Governance, University of the Philippines Diliman
Amina Rasul, President, Philippine Center for Islam and Democracy
Gilbert M. Llanto, PhD, former President, Philippine Economics Society; former President, Philippine Institute for Development Studies
Josef T. Yap, PhD, Former President, Philippine Institute for Development Studies
Nieves R. Confesor, Adjunct Faculty and Retired Associate Professor, Asian Institute of Management
Hansley A. Juliano, Doctoral Candidate, Graduate School of International Development (GSID), Nagoya University, Japan
Arjan Aguirre, MA, MSc, Instructor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University / Fellow, Ateneo School of Government
Erwin R. Tiongson, PhD, Professor of the Practice and Deputy Director, Global Human Development (GHD) Program, Walsh School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University
Linda Medalla, PhD, retired Senior Research Fellow, Philippine Institute for Development Studies
Gladys M. Navarro, PhD, Dean, PHINMA Education
Esperanza I. Cabral, MD, former Secretary, Department of Health
Malaya Pimentel-Santos MD, MPH, Associate Dean and Head, Medical Education Unit, St. Luke’s Medical Center College of Medicine-WHQM
Emilyn Espiritu, PhD, Executive Director, Ateneo Research Institute of Science and Engineering, Ateneo de Manila University
Agustin Martin G. Rodriguez, PhD, Professor, Philosophy Department, School of Humanities, Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Agnes M. Brazal, PhD/SthD, Full Professor, De la Salle University
Milagros P. Navarro, PhD, retired Professor, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Stevan S Dimaguila, MSc, Retired Director of Student Affairs; Retired Founding Dean, College of Science and Information Technology, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Meynardo P. Mendoza, PhD, Lecturer, Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University
Emma Porio, PhD, Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology-School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Rene S. Valladolid, Chairperson (OIC), AB Diplomacy and International Affairs Program, De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde Manila
Gliceria C. Cuenco, Former Adjunct Professor, Asian Institute of Management
Fr. Dionisio Miranda, SVD, former President of University of San Carlos
Jay L. Batongbacal, JSD. Professor, University of the Philippines College of Law
Ronald D. Holmes, PhD, Professor of Political Science and Development Studies, De La Salle University
Michael J. Liberatore, Assistant Professor, Theology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
John D. Forbes, Senior Advisor, American Chamber of Commerce Philippines
Pura Angela Wee-Co, MD, MSc, MAHPS, Country Director, ThinkWell
Homer Uy Co, MD, MIS, Chief of Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Office, UP-PGH
Leland Joseph R. Dela Cruz, PhD, Assistant Professor, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Veronica Templo Perez, Faculty, School of Deaf Education and Applied Studies; Vice President, Lasallian Mission and Student Life
Loreta Castro, PhD, Director, Center for Peace Education
Germelino M. Bautista, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Economics Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Adonis Elumbre, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines Baguio; Doctoral Researcher, Universität Hamburg, Germany
Horacio M. Borromeo, PhD, Senior Associate Professor (ret.); Adjunct Faculty, Asian Institute of Management
Rowel S. Roxas PhD, Associate Professor, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Catherine Samaniego, MSc, OIC-Dean, School of Diplomacy and Governance, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Albert E. Lamberte, Teaching Associate, School of Economics, De La Salle University-Manila and PhD candidate, Crawford School of Public Policy, The Australian National University
Cristina J. Montiel, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Psychology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Jennifer Liguton, former Director for Research Information at the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) and former Chief Editor and Director of Publications at the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA)
Domingo R. Vicera, Office Staff, Ateneo de Manila University
Ma. Luisa DL. Bolinao, PhD, College Secretary, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, Professor, History Department, University of the Philippines
Atty. Ramel C. Muria, College of Law, University of the East
Sr. Auria U. Arabit, SdP, PhD, Faculty, Theology and Religious Education Department, De La Salle University-Manila
Roberto Conrado O. Guevara PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Kristine Meneses, PhD, Associate Professor, The Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas
Albert E. Alejo, SJ, Faculty, Pontifical Gregorian University/Ateneo de Manila University
Rhochie Avelino E. Matienzo, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, University of Santo Tomas, Manila
Dr. Ramon D. Quebral, Consulting Geologist
Jeane C. Peracullo, PhD, Full Professor, Philosophy Department, De La Salle University, Manila Philippines
Maria Lourdes Quisumbing-Baybay, PhD, Professor, Department of Psychology, School of Arts, Sciences and Education, Miriam College, Quezon City
Eirene Jhone E. Aguila, Professor of Law, Far Eastern University Institute of Law & Ateneo de Naga University Law School
Jan Fredrick Cruz, Lecturer, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Emmanuel S. de Guzman, PhD, Professor of Theology, Maryhill School of Theology and Loyola School of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Inez Z. Ponce de Leon, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Communication, Ateneo de Manila University
Marita Concepcion Castro Guevara, PhD, Associate Professor, Interdisciplinary Studies Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Mary Grace Joyce Alis Besenio, Research Associate, Ateneo Social Science Research Center, Ateneo de Naga University
Mark Joseph Calano, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Mark Anthony D. Abenir, DSD, Faculty, Development Studies Program, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Mercedes T. Rodrigo, Professor, Department of Information Systems and Computer Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Fr. Karel San Juan, SJ, President, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Michael Lim Tan, PhD, Professor Emeritus and former Chancellor, UP Diliman
Maria Serena I. Diokno, Prof. Emeritus of History, University of the Philippines.
Dr. Fabian M. Dayrit, Professor, Department of Chemistry, Ateneo de Manila University
Eugene T. Kaw, Professor of Law, Ateneo de Manila University School of Law and John Gokongwei School of Management-Marketing and Law Department, and Far Eastern University Institute of Law
Marshaley J. Baquiano, Associate Professor, University of Guam
Domnina T. Rances, LLM, Dean, Ateneo de Naga University College of Law
Diana J Mendoza, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Jean Emily P. Tan, PhD, Associate Professor, Interdisciplinary Studies Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Ana Maria Margarita S. Salvador, Assistant Professor, College of Education, University of the Philippines Diliman
Gémino H. Abad, University Professor, University of the Philippines
Luisito Cagandahan Abueg, Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Ron Bridget Vilog, PhD, Associate Professor, International Studies Department, De La Salle University
Celeste Aida A Jugo, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Marilyn J. Alarilla, Guest Lecturer, DLS College of Saint Benilde and Adjunct Professor, Silliman University
Princess Catherine Pabellano, Instructor, Southern Luzon State University
Jayeel Cornelio, PhD, Director, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Lara Gianina S. Reyes, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Cielo Magno, PhD, Associate Professor, School of Economics, University of the Philippines Diliman
Lea Marissa S. Domingo, Associate Professor, Chair, Department of Arts and Sciences, Cavite State University Carmona Campus
Sylvia Estrada Claudio. MD, PhD, Professor, Department of Women and Development Studies, College of Social Work and Community Development, University of the Philippines
Wilson S. Chua, PhD, Peace Educator of Angel C. Palanca Peace Program Foundation and former Vice President of UNESCO APNIEVE PHILS.
Richard Roll Talento, Lecturer, Department of Political Science, San Beda University – Manila
Antonio G. M. La Viña, Associate Director for Climate Policy and International Relations Manila Observatory, Ateneo de Manila University Campus
Ariel Lopez, PhD, Associate Professor, Asian Center, University of the Philippine Diliman
Rachel Joyce Marie O. Sanchez, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Nico Valderrama, Law Professor, Arellano University School of Law
Antonio F. B. de Castro, SJ, History Department, School of Liberal Arts, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Apolinario John Bocar, Instructorand DIrector for Quality Assurance, Eastern Samar State University, Maydolong Campus
Kidjie Ian Saguin, Department of Political Science, University of Amsterdam
Perlita M. Frago-Marasigan, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines
Melba Estonilo, Assistant Professor, Department of Broadcast Communication, College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines
Noel G. Asiones, Professor, University of Santo Tomas
Manuel B. Dy, Jr., Philosophy Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Amor Q. De Torres, PhD, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Capitol University
Socorro L. Reyes, PhD, Former Associate Professor of Political Science, De La Salle University, Regional Gender and Governance Adviser, Center for Legislative Development
Annabella A. Simbulan, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Maria Victoria T. Herrera, Director and Chief Curator, Ateneo Art Gallery, Lecturer, Fine Arts Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Cristina Bautista, PhD, Associate Professor, Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Ruth R Guerrero, MST, Faculty, Mathematics Department, College of Science and Information Technology, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Fr. Mars P. Tan, SJ, President, Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan
Marianne Rachel G. Perfecto, DA, Associate Professor, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Francisco de los Reyes, Associate Professor of Statistics and Director of the Office of Admissions, University of the Philippines
Louis Catalan, SJ, Vice President for Administration, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Maria Angeles Guanzon Lapeña, RPsy, Research Fellow, SDRC De La Salle University
Ramon Benedicto A. Alampay, PhD, Associate Professor, Director for Tourism Research and Extension Services, Asian Institute of Tourism, University of the Philippines
Christelle Juin Ancha, MA, Lecturer, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Aileen B. Pascual, MD, FPAFP, Assistant Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Rene D. Ledesma, Learning Manager for Philippines, PHINMA Education
Jeff Clyde G. Corpuz, MA, PhD cand., De La Salle University
Jefrey B. Cercado, Faculty Member, Institute of Religion, University of Santo Tomas
Porfirio B. Tizon, PhD, Adjunct Faculty, School of Government, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
Reinabelle Reyes, National Institute of Physics, UP Diliman
Aries A. Arugay, PhD, Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Arman V. Cruz, Founding President, Finance Educators Association
Jeconiah Dreisbach, Lecturer, De La Salle University
Amy Tud-Moraña, Assistant Professor, Catanduanes State University
Wilson Angelo Espiritu, Doctorandus, Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven; Lecturer, Theology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Roberto C. Yap, SJ, President, Ateneo de Manila University
Mahar K. Mangahas, Academician, National Academy of Science and Technology
Virgilio Angelo Gelera Gener, School of Social Sciences,, Ateneo de Manila University.
Federico Jose Lagdameo, PhD, Associate Professor, Philosophy Department/Graduate School, Ateneo de Naga University
Gideon Lasco, MD, PhD, Senior Lecturer, Department of Anthropology, University of the Philippines Diliman
Daniel Franklin Pilario, PhD, SThD, Chair of Social Justice, St. John’s University, New York
Michael A. Pastor
Assistant Professorial Lecturer, School of Design and Arts, De La Salle College of St. Benilde; Instructor, College of Fine Arts and Design, University of Santo Tomas
Jeremiah Paul C. Silvestre, Instructor, Tarlac State University
Jason Abellaneda Baguia, doctoral researcher, Catholic University of Portugal
Bernadine Ianne I. Lanot, Instructor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Philip Arnold P. Tuaño, PhD, Associate Professor And Chair, Department Of Economics, School Of Social Sciences
Noelle Jenina Francesca E. Buan, LLM, Lecturer, Ateneo Law School
Gregorio Rafael P. Bueta, Faculty Member, Ateneo de Manila University School of Law
Raymundo S Baquiran, MD, MPH, Associate Professor and Associate Dean, Ateneo de Manila University School of Medicine and Public Health
Cheryll Ruth Soriano, Professor, Department of Communication, De La Salle University
Karl Gaspar, Professor, St. Alphonsus Theological and Mission Institute
Marlyn L. Tejada, PhD, Research Associate, Ateneo Social Science Research Center, Ateneo de Naga University
Guia Crisostomo-Tan, MD, MS, Associate Professor for Ethics and Leadership, Ateneo de Manila University, School of Medicine and Public Health
Johanne Lorren A. Arceo, Theology Lecturer at Ateneo de Manila University
Anna Maria D. Abad, Dean, Adamson University College of Law.
Norman Dennis E. Marquez, MD, Assistant Professor, Health Sciences Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Sr. Teresita C. Babaran, SFIC, Vice President for Administration, St. Joseph’s College of Quezon City
Leveric Ng, DBA, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Darren Dumaop, Assistant Professorial Lecturer, De La Salle University
Ranilo B. Hermida, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy, School of Humanities, Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Fr. Roberto Rivera, SJ, President, Ateneo de Naga University
Yolanda G. Ealdama, Associate Professor, Department of Social Work, College of Social Work and Community Development, University of the Philippines
Francisco Rico U. Raquitico, RN, MAN, Assistant Professor, College of Education, Graduate School, Ateneo de Naga University
Frumencio Co, Assistant Professor, De La Salle University
Marilou C. Borje, Registered Guidance Counselor, Loyola Schools Office of Guidance and Counseling
Elizabeth L. Enriquez, PhD, Professor of Broadcast Communication, College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines Diliman
Anna Melinda Testa-De Ocampo, University of the Philippines Diliman
Ivyrose S. Baysic, Head, Ateneo Policy Center, Ateneo School of Government
Jasmin Nario-Galace, PhD, Professor, Department of International Studies, Miriam College
Maria Cleofe Gettie C. Sandoval, JD, School of Law, Ateneo de Manila University
Gail Reyes Galang, Associate Director, Center for Peace Education
Jhoanna Lynn B. Cruz, PhD, Professor, University of the Philippines Mindanao
Sam Sanchez, MA Instructor, Department of Humanities, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Mindanao
Fr. Kenneth C. Masong, PhD, (on-leave) Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Benjamin Roberto G. Barretto, Professor, Ateneo de Manila University; former University for Peace Administrator
Jazmin Badong Llana, PhD, Professor of Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies, Department of Literature, De La Salle University
Fr. Primitivo E. Viray Jr., S.J, former President of Ateneo de Naga University
Michael M. Alba, PhD, President, Far Eastern University
Guillermo P. Torres, Jr., EdD, President, University of Mindanao
Fr. Marcelo V. Manimtim, CM, President, Adamson University
Zorba Bnn R. Bautista, MD, DPBS, Chairman, University of Baguio
Elizabeth Quirino-Lahoz, PhD, President, Technological Institute of the Philippines
Atty. Ferdinand S. Nicolas, President, Northwestern University
Anthony Jose M. Tamayo, CPA, MBA, EdM, President, University of Perpetual Help
Ma. Angelica Lei G. Bautista, President, Philippine College of Criminology
Carol Lynn R. Macagba, MD, ABIHM, President, Lorma Colleges
Marco Alfredo M. Benitez, MBA, President, Philippine Women’s University
Caroline Marian S. Enriquez, MD, President, Our Lady of Fatima University
Engr. Bernard Nicolas E. Villamor, President, Cebu Institute of Technology-University
Annelle Sabanal, Ph.D. Research Director, Asian Theological Seminary
Angelica Joyce U. Samson, Student Affairs Professional, Ateneo de Manila University

The views and opinions expressed by the signatories do not necessary reflect those of the institutions they are affiliated with. They have all signed this statement in their individual capacity as citizens engaged in the education, research, and policy fields.

For those who are interested in joining this effort, please send an email to peaceprofessors.ph@gmail.com. We update the list everyday at 5:00 PM.

Statement on International Rule of Law and Juan Felipe Reef Incident

The incursion into our Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in Julian Felipe reef of over 200 Chinese ships stands as a clear and present threat to the Philippines’ national sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Chinese flotilla’s continued unlawful occupation and quarantining of the area, despite the government’s official protests, directly contravenes international law.

Julian Felipe Reef is near Mischief Reef, which has been illegally claimed by the Chinese, raising further concerns on their behavior in Julian Felipe Reef. International law recognizes Philippine sovereignty over its territorial sea (12 nautical miles) and jurisdiction over its Exclusive Economic Zone (beyond 12 and up to 200 nautical miles). Julian Felipe Reef is 175 nautical miles from Bataraza, Palawan.

We call on China as a signatory to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) to uphold its commitment to the international rule of law.

We support Secretary Lorenzana and our defense establishment in demanding that the Chinese vessels leave our territory immediately. We cannot tolerate the outright theft of our natural resources and the harassment of our fishermen.

We join the overwhelming majority of the Filipino people who have consistently called for a more decisive foreign policy and national security stance to protect our territory and our people, and to regain lost ground.

We reject the argument that asserting our sovereignty, protecting our fisherfolk and managing and protecting our own natural resources constitutes a declaration of war. We call on our government to look to the concrete examples provided by Vietnam and Indonesia, which have both stood up to China and have taken concrete efforts to counter incursions into their EEZs while maintaining economic ties with China.

We support calls by our scientific and research community to advance proposals such as international scientific cooperation, to help protect our maritime resources and continue asserting our sovereignty in peaceful and constructive ways. And we thank the countries which have expressed support for the principled stand we have taken on this issue; and ask them to help us promote international cooperation initiatives, drawing on development partnerships with ASEAN and other like-minded nations, to protect humanity’s maritime commons and defend them from wanton destruction and over-exploitation.

As a responsible member of the community of nations, the Philippines must pursue peaceful and cooperative options to settle international disputes. But we must surrender neither our territory nor our national self-respect by silently acquiescing to China’s unlawful actions.

SIGNED:

Fr. Karel S. San Juan, SJ, PhD, President, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Fr. Roberto C. Yap, SJ, President, Ateneo de Manila University
Fr. Jose Ramon T. Villarin, SJ, PhD, former President, Ateneo de Manila University
Fr. Roberto E.N. Rivera, SJ, President, Ateneo de Naga University
Dionisio M. Miranda, SVD, Former President, University of San Carlos
Michael M. Alba, PhD, President, Far Eastern University
Fr. Mars P. Tan SJ, President, Xavier University (Ateneo de Cagayan)
Fr. Joel E. Tabora SJ, President, Ateneo de Davao University
Edna E.A. Co, PhD, Director, UP Extension Program in Pampanga
Edilberto C. de Jesus, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Asian Institute of Management
Ronald U. Mendoza, PhD, Dean and Professor, Ateneo School of Government
Dan A. Saguil, Dean, University of the Philippines-National College of Public Administration and Governance
Kenneth Y. Hartigan-Go, MD, MD (UK), Senior Research Fellow, Ateneo School of Government
Jose Ramon G. Albert, PhD, Former President, Philippine Statistical Association, Inc.
Manuel M. Dayrit MD, MSc, Adjunct Professor & former Dean, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Armin A. Luistro, FSC, Former President, De La Salle Philippines
Atty. Antonio H. Abad, Jr., President, FEU-Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation
Fr. Louis Catalan, SJ, Vice President for Administration, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Michael Henry LI. Yusingco, LLM, Senior Research Fellow, Ateneo School of Government
Ivyrose S. Baysic, Head-Ateneo Policy Center, Ateneo School of Government
John Paul C. Vergara, PhD, Vice President for the Professional Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Antonette Palma-Angeles, PhD, former Vice President for the Professional Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Fr. Antonio Moreno, SJ, Former Vice President of Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines and President of the Jesuit Conference of Asia Pacific
Leon Flores III, Former National Youth Commission Chairperson
Michael Purugganan, PhD, Silver Professor of Biology and former Dean of Science, New York University, New York, NY
Melencio Sta.Maria, Dean, Institute of Law, Far Eastern University
Philip Arnold P. Tuaño, PhD, Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Dindo Manhit, CEO and Managing Director, Stratbase Group
Hadji A. Balajadia, MSc, Assistant Professor, Ateneo de Davao University
Cenon R. Alfonso, MD, Dean and Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Jose Maria G. Hofileña, Dean, Ateneo Law School
Jowett Cecilio F. Magsaysay, MBA, PhD, Dean, Graduate School of Business, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Fe Villamejor-Mendoza, PhD, Professor and Former Dean, National College of Public Administration and Governance, University of the Philippines Diliman
Raymundo S. Baquiran, MD, MPH, Associate Professor and Associate Dean, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Fernando T. Aldaba, PhD, Professor of Economics and former Dean, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Rhodora V. Azanza, PhD, Professor Emeritus of the University of the Philippines-Diliman and President, National Academy of Science and Technology
Amina Rasul, President, Philippine Center for Islam and Democracy
Manuel P. Quibod, Dean, College of Law, Ateneo de Davao University
Ada D. Abad, Dean, Adamson University College of Law
Gladys M. Navarro, PhD, Dean, PHINMA Education
Samantha Castañeda, MD, Assistant Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Mahar K. Mangahas, PhD, President, Social Weather Stations
Ronald Holmes, Professor, Department of Political Science, De La Salle University
Carmel V. Abao, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Jay Batongbacal, JSD, University of the Philippines College of Law
Jayeel Cornelio, PhD , Associate Professor and Director, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Luisito G. Montalbo, MBA, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Tomas P. Africa, Former President, Philippine Statistical Association
Mary Grace P. Golfo-Barcelona, Dean, Assistant Professor II, School of Library and Information Studies, University of the Philippines
Yasmira P. Moner, Assistant Professor of the Department of Political Science and Acting Director of the Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao of the Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology
Benjamin Gerardo T. Tolosa, PhD, Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Emmanuel de Dios, PhD, Professor, UP School of Economics
Diana J. Mendoza, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Ela L. Atienza, PhD, Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines
Fernando Y. Roxas, DBA, Professor, Executive Director, Dr. Andrew L. Tan Center for Tourism Research, Asian Institute of Management
Luis F. Dumlao, PhD, Senior Research Fellow, Ateneo Center for Economic Research and Development
Nieves R. Confesor, Adjunct Faculty and Retired Associate Professor, Asian Institute of Management
Erwin R. Tiongson, PhD, Professor of the Practice and Deputy Director, Global Human Development (GHD) Program, Walsh School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University
Horacio M. Borromeo, PhD, Senior Associate Professor (ret.) Adjunct Faculty, Asian Institute of Management
Cristina M. Alikpala, Academic Head, Ateneo School of Government
Michael P. Cañares, Holy Name University
Luis Andres Abad, Lecturer, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Manuel J. De Vera, Assistant Professor, Executive Director, TeaM Energy Center for Bridging Leadership, Asian Institute of Management
Michael P. Cañares, Graduate School of Business, Holy Name University
Antonio G. M. La Viña, JSD, Ateneo de Manila University
Angelita Y. Gregorio -Medel, PhD, Core Faculty, Ateneo School of Government
Imelda Deinla, PhD, Faculty, Ateneo School of Government and Fellow at the Australian National University
Federico Jose T. Lagdameo, PhD, Chair, University Research Council, Ateneo de Naga University
Prof. Porfirio B. Tizon, DPA, School of Government, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
Rowena R. Boquiren, PhD, Professor (Retired) and Professorial Lecturer, University of the Philippines Baguio
Maria Socorro G. Bautista, PhD, Professor, UP School of Economics
Gladys M.Navarro, Dean, College of Social Sciences, PHINMA-University Pangasinan
Rene S. Valladolid, Professor, School of Diplomacy and Governance and School of Multidisciplinary Studies De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde
Minerva S. Baylon, PhD, Professor (retired) and Professorial Lecturer, UP NCPAG & UPOU
Cristina J. Montiel, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Psychology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Tesa Casal de Vela, PhD, Executive Director, Women and Gender Institute, Miriam College
Jose Eric Mella Lacsa, Asst. Professorial Lecturer 3, De La Salle University
Jose Edmund E. Guillen, LL.M., Prof. University of San Agustin College of Law and Central Philippine University College of Law, Iloilo City
Victor Aguilan, PhD, Silliman University Divinity School
Jose Mari Benjamin Francisco U. Tirol, Dean, University of San Agustin College of Law
Domnina T. Rances, Dean, College of Law, Ateneo de Naga University
Fr. Patrick Dominador Z. Falguera, SJ, Executive Director, Simbahang Lingkod ng Bayan
Melba Estonilo, Assistant professor, College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Ma. Victoria T. Herrera, Director and Chief Curator, Ateneo Art Gallery
Aries A. Arugay, PhD, Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Adonis Elumbre, Assistant Professor, UP Baguio
Luisito C. Abueg, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Cielo Magno, PhD, Associate Professor, School of Economics, University of the Philippines Diliman
Mary Grace Joyce Alis Besenio, Research Associate, Ateneo Social Science Research Center, Ateneo de Naga University
Atty. Damcelle Torres-Cortes, Assistant Professor, College of Public Affairs and Development, University of the Philippines Los Banos
Ramon Benedicto A. Alampay, PhD. Associate Professor, Asian Institute of Tourism, University of the Philippines – Diliman
Maria Veronica Templo Perez, Asst. Professor, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Joseph Edward B. Alegado, Part-time Lecturer, Ateneo School of Government
Dr. Denise Margaret S. Matias, Associate Researcher, Center for Development Research (ZEF), University of Bonn
Annabella A. Simbulan, Faculty, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Mary Racelis, Research Scientist, Institute of Philippine Culture, Professorial Lecturer, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Ateneo de Manila University
Mercedes T. Rodrigo, PhD, Professor, Department of Information Systems and Computer Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Ana Maria Margarita S. Salvador, College of Education, University of the Philippines
Loreta Castro, Professorial Lecturer, Miriam College
Ian Jayson R. Hecita, Program Manager, Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance, De La Salle University
Jean P. Tan, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Marlyn L. Tejada, Ph.D., Associate Professor 1 and Director, Ateneo Social Science Research Center, Ateneo de Naga University
Kristine C. Meneses, PhD, Assistant Professor, University of Santo Tomas
Emmanuelle Nicole L. Valencia, Professor, Far Eastern University Institute of Law and Philippine Law School
Marilyn J. Alarilla Guest Lecturer for DLS College of St Benilde, School of Diplomacy and Governance (SDG) and Adjunct Professor – Silliman University, School of Public Administration and Governance (SPAG)
Jeconiah Louis Dreisbach, Lecturer, Departamento ng Filipino, De La Salle University
Virgilio Angelo Gelera Gener, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Serena I. Diokno, PhD, Professor Emeritus of History, UP Diliman
Michael J. Liberatore, Assistant Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
J. R. R. Go, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines
Erwin A. Alampay, Professor, National College of Public Administration and Governance, University of the Philippines
Fredrick Cruz, Lecturer, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Ludwig O. Federigan, Non-Resident Fellow, Stratbase ADR Institute
Lara Gianina S. Reyes, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Sciences University of the Philippines Los Baños
Manuel Victor J. Sapitula St. Vincent School of Theology (SVST), Quezon City, Philippines
Noel G. Asiones, Professor, University of Santo Tomas
Gémino H. Abad, Professor Emeritus, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Acram Latiph, PhD, Executive Director, Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao, MSU Marawi Campus
Francisco L. Roman, Jr., DBA. Adjunct Faculty, Retired Professor, Asian Institute of Management
Julio C. Teehankee, PhD, Professor, De La Salle University
Angelito S. Obillo Jr, Faculty, Ateneo School of Government
Aurora Javate de Dios, Associate Professor, International Studies Department, Miriam College
Ma. Tanya Karina A. Lat, LLM, Adjunct Professor, Ateneo Law School and UP College of Law
Christelle Juin Ancha, Lecturer, Department of Economics, ADMU
Danielle P. Ochoa, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of the Philippines Diliman
Jason A. Baguia, Assistant Professor and Communication Program Coordinator, University of the Philippines Cebu
Miguel Syjuco, MFA, PhD, Assistant Professor, New York University Abu Dhabi.
Arjan P. Aguirre, Lecturer, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Edgardo T. Valenzuela, Core Faculty, Ateneo School of Government
Agnes M. Brazal, Full Professor, De la Salle University
Emmanuel Serafica de Guzman, PhD, Professor of Theology at Maryhill School of Theology and Migration Theology Studies at Loyola School of Theology
Romulo A. Virola, PhD, Former Professorial Lecturer, UP Math Dept/School of Statistics
Maria Lourdes Quisumbing-Baybay, PhD Professor, College of Arts and Sciences Miriam College, Quezon City
Jeremiah Paul C. Silvestre, Instructor, Tarlac State University
Annalie C. Romana, SHS Faculty, PAREF Woodrose School
Gregorio Rafael P. Bueta, Faculty, Ateneo de Manila University School of Law.
Francisco A. Magno, PhD, Department of Political Science, De La Salle University
Rene A. Abesamis, PhD. Silliman University-Angelo King Center for Research and Environmental Management (SUAKCREM)
Mark Anthony D. Abenir, DSD, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Lea Marissa S. Domingo, Professor, Cavite State University Carmona Campus
Arnel Lopez Cadeliña, Professor, Sacred Heart College-Lucena City
Danton R Remoto, Professor, San Beda University
Temario C. Rivera, PhD, Former Chair, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines Diliman
Marilou Borje, Ateneo de Manila University
Kebart P. Licayan Lecturer, Department of Political Science, Far Eastern University-Manila
Roy P. Mendoza, PhD, Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University
Noel G. Asiones, PhD, University of Santo Tomas
Arve Barredo Banez, Faculty, Division of Professional Education, UP High School in Iloilo
Reginaldo Marcelo, Associate Professor, Mathematics Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Alvin Molito, Faculty, Penuel School of Theology
Michelle LD E. Estor, LLB, College of Law, University of the Philippines
Ma. Luisa DL. Bolinao, PhD, Professor, History Department, College of Social Sciences and PhilosophyUniversity of the Philippines
Ramel C. Muria, Faculty, Institute of Law, Far Eastern University
Annelle Sabanal, PhD, Assistant Professor and Research Director, Asian Theological Seminary
Gail Reyes Galang, PhD, Associate Professor, Miriam College
Angelina Bayaua Alcazar, Admissions Officer, Miriam College
Marcial Orlando A. Balgos Jr., PhD, Assistant Professor, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Romeo T. Cabarde, Jr., Director, Ateneo Public Interest and Legal Advocacy Center Ateneo de Davao University
Wilfredo Vidal Alanguim Professor of Mathematics, College of Science, University of the Philippines Baguio
Rhochie Avelino E. Matienzo, PhD, Assistant Professor and Research Associate, Department of Philosophy and RCCAH, University of Santo Tomas
Aileen B. Pascual, MD, FPAFP, Assistant Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Jasmin Nario-Galace, PhD, Professor, College of Education, Miriam College
Lucia M. Lucas-Chavez, Ateneo de Manila University
Manuel B. Dy, Jr., Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Jose Maria Edito K. Tirol, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University
Franz Giuseppe F. Cortez, PhD, Professor and Research Associate, Philosophy Department and RCCAH, University of Santo Tomas
Laura Q. Del Rosario, former Ambassador, President, Miriam College
Rene D. Ledesma, Dean, Faculty and Academic Affairs, PHINMA Education NCR
Fr. Primitivo E. Viray, Jr., Provincial Superior, Jesuits in the Philippine Province of the Society of Jesus
Angelica Joyce U. Samson, Student Affairs Professional, Ateneo de Manila University
Froilan Alipao, MCD, University of Santo Tomas
Juan Paulo M. Fajardo, drs., Professor, Graduate School – Jose Rizal University
Alan G. Alegre, independent researcher and member, Consortium on Democracy and Disinformation
Catherine P. Vistro-Yu, EdD, Professor, Department of Mathematics, Ateneo de Manila University
Czarina Medina-Guce, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Norlie Q. Corneby, Special Assistant to the VP for Social Development, Ateneo de Manila
Maria Lourdes A. Benito, MBA, Assistant to the Dean, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Dina Ocampo, PhD. Professor, University of the Philippines College of Education
Celeste Aida Abad Jugo, Assistant Professor, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Sittie NB Pasandalan, Assistant Dean, College of Arts and Social Sciences, MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology
Judge Soliman M. Santos, Jr., Regional Trial Court of Naga City
Lila Shahani, former Secretary General of the Philippine National Commission for UNESCO
Vicente L. Rafael, Professor of History, University of Washington, Seattle
Rodolfo P. Ang, Vice President for Administration and Information Services, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Oryza Martinez-Solaña, Assistant Chief Operations Officer for RaD Learning, PHINMA Education
Christopher A. Tan, COO, PHINMA Education Philippines
Maria Luz C. Vilches, PhD, Vice President, Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Marlon L. Galvez, Team People, PHINMA Education
Darren E. Dumaop, Assistant Professorial Lecturer, Psychology Department, De La Salle University
Mariel Vincent Rapisura, Lecturer, Ateneo de Manila University
Atty. Dion Lorenz L. Romano, Program Manager, Ateneo School of Government, Ateneo de Manila University
Najmah C. Macapundag- Panolong, Political Affairs Officer VI, MP Abdulraof A. Macacua, BTA BARMM
Allan B. I. Bernardo, PhD, Distinguished University Professor, De La Salle University
Paola Deles, Executive Director, John J. Carroll Institute on Church and Social Issues, Ateneo de Manila University
Guia C. Tan, MD, MS, Associate Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Ma. Ivy A. Claudio, Assistant Professor, Department of Broadcast Communication, University of the Philippines
Karen Shih, Lead Convenor, Milk Tea Alliance Philippines
Benjamin Roberto G. Baretto, Lecturer, Political Science Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Christopher Sabanal, PhD, Assistant Professor Asian Theological Seminary
Armiliza Magno, Deputy Chief of Party of Project Participate, Ateneo School of Government
Ana Marie Alfelor-De Jesus, Assistant Professor and Chief Information Officer/Privacy Focal Person, University of the Philippines Diliman Extension Program in Pampanga
Cynthia Grace Suguitan-Sanguyu, Assistant Professor, UP Diliman Extension Program in Pampanga
Julieta C. Mallari, Professor (retired), University of the Philippines
Wilham Hailaya, PhD, College of Education, Mindanao State University-Tawi-Tawi
Marilyn R. Canta, Professor, College of Arts and Letters, University of the Philippines Diliman
Thelma A. Rivera, PhD, Ret. Asso. Prof and Chair, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, UP College of Pharmacy
Patrick C. De Leon, DPA, Associate Professor, UP Diliman Extension Program in Pampanga
Jephte O. Muñez, CPA, MBA, MSF, Adjunct Senior Lecturer, UP Diliman Extension Program in Pampanga and Olongapo
Eleanor S. Gatapia, MD. Assistant Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Maria Eunice Felix, Assistant Professor for Business and Masters of Management, University of the Philippines Diliman Extension Programs in Pampanga and Olongapo
Luke Antonie Yanong Quijano, Postulant, St. Hannibal Rogate Center
Bubbles Beverly Neo Asor, PhD, Department of Sociology, University of the Philippines Diliman
Arman V. Cruz, Founding President, Finance Educators Association
Fr. Delfo C. Canceran, OP, Ecclesiastical Faculty and Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas
Angela D. Carreon, Assistant Professor and Deputy Director, University of the Philippines Diliman Extension Program in Pampanga
Michael A. Pastor, Assistant Professorial Lecturer, De La Salle College of St. Benilde.
Francisco De los Reyes, Associate Professor of Statistics, University of the Philippines Diliman
Jefrey B. Cercado, Instructor, Institute of Religion, University of Santo Tomas
Rowena P. Festin, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines – Diliman Extension Program in Pampanga
Henry Schwalbenberg, Director, The Graduate Program in International Political Economy and Development, Fordham University
Rene O. De Guzman, MBA, MSIM, Lecturer, University of the Philippines Diliman Extension Program in Pampanga
Sari Raissa Ll. Dalena – Sicat, Associate Professor, UP College of Mass Communications and former Director, UP Film Institute
Cybele Lara Abad – Alvaran, Clinical Associate Professor, UP-PGH College of Medicine and Mayo Clinic – Rochester
Ester A. Garcia, President, University of the East
Ma. Soledad Deriquito – Mawis, Dean, Lyceum of the Philippines University College of Law
Arlene Lapuz – Ureta, President, UP Women Lawyers’ Circle (UP WILOCI) and Legal Management Council of the Philippines
Purificacion Bartolome – Bernabe, President, International Pro-Bono Alliance, Inc.
Susan Villanueva, Professorial Lecturer, UP College of Law
Judith D. Dalagan, College Faculty Union President, Ateneo de Davao University
Melanie Reyes, DSD, Miriam College
Jona Villasante, Miriam College
Ruth Rosario D Gerochi, PhD, Core Faculty, Ateneo School of Government
Sharon M. Manuel, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines Diliman Extension Programs in Pampanga and Olongapo
Maria Sagrario R. Simbulan, Assistant Professor, UP Diliman Extension Program in Pampanga
Maria Karina A. Bolasco, Ateneo de Manila University
Ernesto Anasarias, Miriam College
Victor E. Agbayani, Faculty, Ateneo School of Government
Antonio Moises R. Villasor, Senior Lecturer, University of the Philippines Diliman
Mark Marvin Lagos, Lecturer, History Department, School of Social Sciences, Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Rey Laguda, Filipino
Maria Angeli Diaz, PhD, De La Salle University
Yason Banal, Associate Professor, University of the Philippines Film Institute
Maria Margarita R. Lavides, PhD, Assistant Professor, UP Diliman Extension Program in Pampanga
Amy Tud-Moraña Assistant Professor I Catanduanes State University
Greizl Jean Grospe Yee, PHINMA Education
Michelle Joy De Vera, MD, Associate Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Roberto A. Beronio, Program Head, Social Sciences Department, College of Arts & Sciences, PHINMA Cagayan de Oro College
Aries Garcia Patawaran, MM, DiHRM, Senior Lecturer, University of the Philippines Diliman – Clark and Subic Bay Extension Programs
Erlinda C. Pefianco, President, Antipolo Institute of Technology
Ferdi Negre, Ateneo Law School
Amelia Ayapana, PHINMA Education
Kristoffer James C. Cervas, Human Resources Officer, PHINMA University of Iloilo
Christine V. Lao, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines Diliman
Ranilo B. Hermida, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Ismael J. Herradura PhD Associate Professor, College of Criminal Justice, PHINMA University of Iloilo
Fermin P. Manalo, Jr Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines -College of Social Work and Community Development
Annabel Manzanilla-Manalo, PhD, Associate Professor, Asian Theological Seminary
Ma. Araceli B. Habaradas, Faculty, Ateneo de Manila University School of Law
Elizabeth L. Enriquez, PhD, Professor, College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines Diliman
Ferdinand B. Concubierta, Diocesan Center
Raimond Dasalla, Postgraduate Student, Department of Politics & International Studies, School of Oriental & African Studies (SOAS), University of London
Enrico V. Gloria, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines Diliman
Dennis Andrew S. Aguinaldo, Associate Professor, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Augustus C. Mamaril, Associate Professor (retired), Professorial Lecturer, Institute of Biology, College of Science, University of the Philippines Diliman
Rey Donne S. Papa, PhD, Dean, College of Science, University of Santo Tomas
Luis Maria Garcia, Professor (retired), Institute of Biology University of the Philippines
Albert Mamaril, Professor and Business Consultant
Virginia S. Carino, PhD, Professor (retired), Institute of Biology, UP Diliman
Yves Boquet, Professor, Université de Bourgogne
Ariza Francisco, Deputy Head of Ateneo Policy Center, Ateneo School of Government
George Vincent Gamayo, Assistant Professor, College of Communication, Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Marius L. Panahon, PhD, Professor, Graduate School, Carl E. Balita Executive Program, Pan Pacific University
Ryan Jeremiah D. Quan, LLM, Full time Faculty and Program Officer, Graduate Legal Studies Institute, Ateneo de Manila University School of Law
Amihan Rebillon-Perez, Adjunct Faculty, Ateneo School of Government

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NO TO RevGov | Statement on Preserving Constitutional Institutions

We, the undersigned academics, researchers and educators, are gravely alarmed by the recently revived call for a revolutionary government (RevGov).

Last Saturday, August 22, 2020, a manifesto signing was organized that sought to declare a “peaceful and non-violent” revolutionary government to be headed by the President, with the main agenda of shifting to a federal system of government. This is reminiscent of the same call in 2017—yet this time it adds further uncertainty to an environment already racked by the COVID-19 pandemic and the concurrent economic recession.

Legal practitioners and scholars have since warned that a revolutionary government necessarily entails a violation of the Constitution; and any effort to push for such is beyond the permissible bounds of law.

A call for a revolutionary government is no less than a call for the overthrow of the existing constitutionally mandated government, notably all of its democratically elected leaders—President, Vice President, Senators, Congress(wo)men, Governors, Mayors and other officials–and democratic institutions to boot.

We reject calls to declare a revolutionary government.

A revolutionary government poses an existential threat to the democratic processes and institutions of checks and balances enshrined in the 1987 Constitution. Among others, the separation of powers among the Executive, Legislative, and Judiciary, the independent constitutional bodies, and most importantly the Bill of Rights are all at risk under RevGov.

Even if it were well-intentioned, RevGov is a short cut whose end (federalism) cannot be used to justify the means. It will consolidate power to a few with no assurance of accountability.

Further, if a Philippine President supports the installation of a RevGov and heads it, she or he is deemed to have resigned from the Presidency under the Constitution, in which case the constitutional succession under Section 8, Article VII of the 1987 Constitution that “[i]n case of death, permanent disability, removal from office, or resignation of the President, the Vice-President shall become the President to serve the unexpired term”, must become operational.

We condemn all proposals that undermine the Constitution, its processes, and its institutions.

We support the leadership of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine National Police and the Department of National Defense for swiftly and unequivocally rejecting RevGov, staying true to their Constitutional mandate as protectors of our democracy and the people. We appeal to the rest of the government and its officials to refrain from entertaining calls to declare a revolutionary government.

Aside from its unconstitutionality, we are reminded of the fact that the country is still facing a pandemic – with more than 200,000 confirmed cases and 3,000 deaths. The call for RevGov is a divisive distraction to the President’s own call for a more successful whole-of-society response to the pandemic. The Filipino people need the government’s undivided dedication in responding to the COVID-19 crisis and the economic recession; and the nation needs a unified response against the clear and present danger that is COVID-19.

Signed:

Carmel V. Abao, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Raymond B. Aguas, PhD, Assistant Professor, Theology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Victor R. Aguilan, PhD, External Officer, Silliman University Faculty Association
Mario J. Aguja, PhD, Department of Sociology, Mindanao State University, General Santos City
Jose Ramon G. Albert, PhD, Senior Research Fellow, Philippine Institute for Development Studies
Eduardo Araral, PhD
Maria Ela. L. Atienza, Professor, Department of Political Science, UP Diliman
Anamarie R. Avecilla, MA, Instructor, Department of Philosophya, Ateneo de Manila University
Angelina Bayaua Alcazar, Miriam College; Justice Advocates of Miriam (JAM)
Hadji Albancis Balajadia, MSc, Assistant Professor, Ateneo de Davao University
Germelino M. Bautista, PhD, Economics Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Ivyrose Baysic, Head, Ateneo Policy Center-Ateneo School of Government
Allan B I Bernardo, PhD, Distinguished University Professor, De La Salle University-Manila
Fr. Silvino L. Borres, Jr., SJ, Rector, Loyola House of Studies
Horacio Borromeo, PhD, Adjunct Faculty, Asian Institute of Management
Agnes M. Brazal PhD, Full Professor, Theology and Religious Education Department, De la Salle University Philippines
Rofel G Brion, PhD, Professor, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, School of Humanities, Ateneo de Manila University
Romeo T. Cabarde Jr, Ateneo de Davao University
Michael P. Cañares, Graduate School, College of Business and Accountancy, Holy Name University, Tagbilaran City
Septrin Calamba, Department of Sociology, MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology
Lynette Carpio-Serrano, Assistant Professor, UP Los Baños
Loreta Castro, Ed.D, Miriam College
Fr. Tony de Castro, SJ, History Department-School of the Liberal Arts, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Louis Catalan, SJ, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Jyasmin M. Calub-Bautista, Assistant Professor, College of Development Communication, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Ma. Ivy A. Claudio, Assistant Professor, College of Mass Communicatio, UP Diliman
Edna E. A. Co, DPA, Professor of Public Administration, University of the Philippines
Edryan Paul J. Colmenares, SJ, Associate Director for Programs, Simbahang Lingkod ng Bayan
Ma. Nieves R. Confesor, Adjunct Faculty, Asian Institute of Management
Jayeel Cornelio, PhD, Associate Professor and Director, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Jeff Clyde G. Corpuz, PhD cand., Faculty, Theology and Religious Education Department, De La Salle University; Board Member, Religious Educators Association of the Philippines
Cesi Cruz, PhD, Assistant Professor, HSBC Chair in Asian Research, Department of Political Science, The University of British Columbia
Mary Donna Grace Cuenca, Assistant Professor and Chair, Political Science and History Department, Ateneo de Davao University
Nicole Curato, PhD, University of Canberra
Manuel M. Dayrit MD, MSc, Adjunct Professor & former Dean, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Imelda Deinla, PhD, Australian National University
Emmanuel S. de Guzman, PhD, Maryhill School of Theology
Edilberto De Jesus, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Asian Institute of Management
Leland Joseph R. Dela Cruz, PhD, Assistant Professor, Development Studies Program, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Serena I. Diokno, PhD, Professor Emeritus of History, UP Diliman
Adonis Elumbre, Assistant Professor, College of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Baguio
Melba Estonilo, Assistant Professor, College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines Diliman
John Andrew G. Evangelista, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines Diliman
Ludwig O. Federigan, Executive Director, Young Environmental Forum
Rollin I. Flores, SSP, Provincial Superior, Society of St. Paul, Philippine-Macau Province; President, St. Paul Seminary Foundation
Angelina P. Galang, PhD, Professor, Environment Department, Miriam College
Bernadette G. Gumba, PhD, Professor I, Partido State University, Goa, Camarines Sur
Kenneth Y. Hartigan-Go, MD, MD (UK), Associate Professor and Head, Stephen Zuellig School of Development Management
Ranilo B Hermida, PhD, Associate Professor, Philosophy Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Ronnie Holmes, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, De La Salle University
Hansley A. Juliano, MA, Instructor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Von Katindoy, Instructor, Philosophy Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Jose Eric M. Lacsa, De La Salle University
Federico Jose T. Lagdameo, PhD, Chair, University Research Council, Ateneo de Naga University
Antonio G. M. La Viña, JSD, Former Dean, Ateneo School of Government
Enrique Niño P. Leviste, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Ateneo de Manila University
Michael J. Liberatore, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Jazmin Llana, PhD, Dean, College of Liberal Arts, De La Salle University
Br. Armin A. Luistro FSC, Former President, De La Salle University
Mahar Mangahas, PhD, Academician, National Academy of Science and Technology
Mamert B. Mañus, SJ, Loyola House of Studies
Sonny G. Matula, Law Lecturer, Manuel L. Quezon University – School of Law; President, Federation of Free Workers
Meynardo P. Mendoza, PhD, Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University
Ronald U. Mendoza, PhD, Professor and Dean, Ateneo School of Government
Gloria Mercado, PhD, Former Dean, Development Academy of the Philippines
Fr. Eliseo R. Mercado, OMI, Professor – Notre Dame University Graduate School snd San Beda University Graduate School of Laws
Fr. Antonio Moreno, SJ, Former Vice President, Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines
Jasmin Nario-Galace, PhD, Professor, College of Arts and Sciences, Miriam College
Antonette Palma-Angeles, PhD, Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Sittie NB Pasandalan, Assistant Dean, College of Arts and Social Sciences, MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology
Daniel Franklin E. Pilario, CM, PhD, SThD, Dean – St. Vincent School of Theology, Adamson University
Maria Veronica Templo Perez, Assistant Professor, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Maria Lourdes Quisumbing-Baybay, PhD, Professor, College of Arts and Sciences, Miriam College
Mary Racelis, PhD, Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Vicente L. Rafael, PhD, Professor of History, University of Washington
Nico Ravanilla, PhD, Assistant Professor, School of Global Policy & Strategy, University of California San Diego
Marc Eric S. Reyes, PhD, Faculty Member, Psychology Department, College of Science, University of Sto. Tomas
Reinabelle Reyes, PhD, National Institute of Physics, UP Diliman
Fr. Roberto Rivera SJ, President, Ateneo de Naga University
Rene Salvador R. San Andres, Ateneo Residence Halls Director, Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Fr Karel San Juan SJ, President, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Ma. Rosel S. San Pascual, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Communication Research, College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines Diliman
Paz Verdades Santos, Former Full Professor, De La Salle University
Melencio Sta.Maria, Dean, Institute of Law, Far Eastern University
Cheryll Ruth Soriano, PhD, Professor, Department of Communication, De La Salle University
Fr. Mars P. Tan, SJ, President, Xavier Univ (Ateneo de Cagayan)
Michael L. Tan, DVM, PhD, Professor Emeritus, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Julio C. Teehankee, PhD, Professor of Political Science and International Studies, De La Salle University
Erwin R. Tiongson, PhD, Professor of the Practice and Deputy Director, Global Human Development (GHD) Program, Walsh School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University
Benjamin Gerardo T. Tolosa, Jr., PhD, Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Philip Arnold P. Tuaño, PhD, Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Rene Valladolid, Faculty, School of Diplomacy and Governance, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde; Chairperson, Social Science, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
John Paul C. Vergara, PhD, Vice President for the Professional Schools, Ateneo De Manila University
Maria Luz C. Vilches, PhD, Associate Professor of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Fe Villamejor-Mendoza, PhD, National College of Public Administration and Governance, UP Diliman
Brian D. Villaverde, Assistant Professor, Southern Luzon State University
Jane O. Vinculado, Assistant Professor, College of Mass Communication, UP Diliman
Primitivo E. Viray, Jr., SJ, Provincial Superior, Jesuits in the Philippine Province of the Society of Jesus
Romulo A. Virola, PhD, Retired Secretary General, National Statistical Coordination Board (NSCB)
Fr. Roberto C Yap SJ, President, Ateneo de Manila University
Fr. John Christian U. Young, President, Fr. Saturnino Urios University
Marlyn L. Tejada, PhD, Associate Professor, Ateneo de Naga University; Director, Ateneo Social Science Research Center, Ateneo de Naga University
Luisito G. Montalbo, MBA, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Jean P. Tan, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Jose Maria G. Hofileña, Dean, Ateneo de Manila University School of Law
Amparita Sta. Maria, LLB, LLM (Toronto), Director, Graduate Legal Studies Institute
Rizalino D. Rivera, VP for Social Development, Ateneo de Manila University
Bernadine Ianne I. Lanot, MA, Lecturer, Department of Theology, School of Humanities, Ateneo de Manila University
Theodore Te, LlB (UP), LLM (CLS), Faculty Member of UP, Ateneo, and De La Salle University
Manuel B. Dy. Jr., PhD, Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Wilhelm P.J. Strebel, PhD, Department Chair and Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Ma. Araceli Habaradas, LLM, Ateneo de Manila University School of Law
Maita Chan-Gonzaga, Ateneo de Manila University School of Law
Benjamin Roberto G. Barretto, Lecturer, Political Science Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Jean S. Taypa, Faculty Member, MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology
Noelle Jenina Francesca E. Buan, LLM, Lecturer, Ateneo Law School
Amina Rasul, Philippine Center for Islam and Democracy
Johanne Lorren A. Arceo, Ateneo de Manila University and Catholic Safeguarding Institute
Fr. Jboy Gonzales SJ, Asst. Director for Formation, Ateneo de Davao University
Ryan Jeremiah D. Quan, LLM, Program Officer, Graduate Legal Studies Institute, School of Law, Ateneo de Manila University
Jaime A. Acevedo, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Cristina Regina N. Bonoan, Angeles University School of Law
Fr. Albert E. Alejo, SJ. Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Ateneo de Manila University
Kristian Sendon Cordero, Ateneo de Naga University Press
Ray Paolo J. Santiago, Executive Director, Ateneo Human Rights Center
Eulalio R. Guieb III, PhD, Professor, Department of Broadcast Communication, University of the Philippines Diliman
Rowena Palacios, Assistant Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Takahiro Kenjie C. Aman, Ateneo School of Law
Francis Tom Temprosa, LLM, SJD (Cand.), Faculty Member, Ateneo de Manila University School of Law
Eugene T. Kaw, Lecturer, School of Law and John Gokongwei School of Management-Marketing and Law Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Patricia Anne D. Sta. Maria, LLM, Lecturer, Political Law Department, Ateneo Law School
Gregorio Rafael P. Bueta, Faculty, Ateneo de Manila University School of Law
Richie Avigale Ramos-Pilares, Faculty, Ateneo Law School
Ricardo M. Pilares Jr., Faculty, Ateneo Law School
Dina Ocampo, PhD, College of Education, University of the Philippines
M G Raymundo S. Baquiran, MD, MPH, FPPS, FAAP, Associate Dean and Associate Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Anna Marie A. Karaos, Lecturer, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Ateneo de Manila University
Virgilio Angelo G. Gener of the History Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Loida Nicolas Lewis, Chairperson, The Lewis College, Sorsogon City
Imelda Nicolas, Corporate Secretary, The Lewis College, Sorsogon City
Mark Anthony D. Abenir, DSD, Faculty Member, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Norlie Quesada-Corneby, Director, Gawad Kalinga, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Karina Africa Bolasco, Director, Ateneo de Manila University Press
Louie Jon A. Sánchez, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of English, School of Humanities, Ateneo de Manila University
Cristina J. Montiel, PhD, Professor, Psychology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Rachel Joyce Marie O. Sanchez, PhD, Assistant Professor, Theology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Jose Maria Edito K. Tirol, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University
Remmon E. Barbaza, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Lesley Anne A. Rosal, Faculty, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Ferdinand M. Negre, Faculty, Ateneo Law School
Aileen Pascual, MD, FPAFP, Assistant Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Ma. Mercedes T. Rodrigo, Department of Information Systems and Computer Science and Areté, Ateneo de Manila University
Sylvia Estrada Claudio, MD, PhD, Professor of Women and Development Studies and Dean of the UP College of Social Work and Community Development
Lucia L. Chavez, Ateneo de Manila University
Ma Victoria T Herrera, Ateneo de Manila University
Norman Dennis E. Marquez, MD, Assistant Professor, Health Sciences Program
Fernando A. Austria, Jr. Professor of Broadcast Arts and Studies, Department of Broadcast Communication, University of the Philippines Diliman
Mendiola Teng-Calleja, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
T. S. David, PhD, Leadership & Strategy Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Tanya Lat, LLM, Faculty, Ateneo Law School
Fr. Joaquin Jose Mari C Sumpaico III SJ, Vice President for Basic Education, Ateneo de Manila University
Roberto Conrado O. Guevara, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Leovino Ma. Garcia, PhD, Philosophy Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Jeremiah Paul C. Silvestre, MA Psychology student, University of the Philippines-Diliman; Instructor, Tarlac State University
Maria Cleofe Gettie C. Sandoval, JD, School of Law, Ateneo de Manila University
Rommel Alim Abitria, LLM, Faculty, Ateneo Law School
Eirene Jhone E. Aguila, Professor of Law, FEU – Institute of Law
Christelle Juin R. Ancha, MA, Office for Social Concern and Involvement, Ateneo de Manila University
Marilyn J. Alarilla, Faculty, School of Diplomacy and Governance, DLS-College of Saint Benilde; Adjunct Professor, School of Public Affairs and Governance, Silliman University
Cristina M. Bautista, Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Tristan A. Canare, PhD, Lecturer, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Nico A. Canoy, PhD, Associate Professor, Psychology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Patricia Cervantes-Poco, Faculty, Ateneo School of Law
Karissa C. Chua, Technical Assistant, Miriam College – Center for Peace Education
Carlo L. Cruz, Lecturer, Ateneo Law School
Amor Q de Torres, PhD, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Capitol University
Gary C. Devilles, PhD, Assistant Professor, Filipino Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Lea Marissa S. Domingo, Faculty, Department of Arts and Sciences, Cavite State University
Darren E. Dumaop, MA, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, De La Salle University
Fr. Aristotle Dy, SJ, President, Xavier School and The ERDA Group
Wilson Angelo G. Espiritu, STL, MA (Adv), Instructor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University; Doctorandus, Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
Fr. Patrick Dominador Z. Falguera, SJ, Executive Director, Simbahang Lingkod ng Bayan
Carlo Figueroa, Assistant Professorial Lecturer, Department of Communication, De La Salle University
Sophia Dianne C. Garcia, NSTP Facilitator, Miriam College
Dante B. Gatmaytan, Professor, College of Law, University of the Philippines
Maria Celeste T. Gonzalez, EdD, Associate Professor, Education Department, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Sharmaine V. Hernandez, Lecturer, Kagawaran ng Filipino, Ateneo de Manila University
Le Anh Nguyen Long, Professor of Public Administration at the University of Twente
Fr. José Cecilio, Magadia, SJ
Reginaldo M. Marcelo, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Ateneo de Manila University
Lara Katrina T. Mendoza, PhD
Gladys M. Navarro, PhD, Dean, PHINMA Education
Michael A. Pastor, Lecturer, School of Design and Arts, De La Salle-College of St. Benilde
Domnina T. Rances, LLM, Dean, College of Law, Ateneo de Naga University
Lara Gianina S. Reyes, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Eufrocino P. Salazar, L.P.T. Instructor, Department of English, Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Ana Maria Margarita S. Salvador, Assistant Professor, Reading Education Area, UP College of Education
Ramon Miguel C. Samson, Adjunct Professor of Law, Ateneo Law School
Fr. Rene Tacastacas, SJ, Vice President for Higher Education, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Guia C. Tan, MD, MS, Faculty, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Emmanuelle Nicole Valencia, Faculty, Far Eastern University – Institute of Law
Maria Teresa D. Villanueva, Director, University Marketing and Communications Office, Ateneo de Manila University
Fr. Jose Ramon T. Villarin, SJ, Former President, Ateneo de Manila University
Raphael Agustine L. Yabut, Instructor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Abelardo L. Aportadera, Jr., LLM, Former Commissioner on Human Rights, Former Assistant Ombudsman, Former Law Professor
Diana J. Mendoza, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Marshaley J. Baquiano, Associate Professor, Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas
Marcial Orlando A. Balgos Jr., PhD, Assistant Professor, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Luis F. Dumlao, Ph.D., Associate Professor, John Gokongwei School of Management, AdMU
Josephine R. Santiago, Lecturer, UP College of Law and Arellano University School of Law
Jocelyn D. Partosa, Professor and Dean, College of Science and Information Technology, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Arlyssa Bianca Pabotoy, Center for Peace Education-Miriam College
Joseph Edward B. Alegado, Junior Faculty Member, Ateneo School of Government
Jhoanna Lynn Cruz, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Humanities, UP Mindanao
Cristina M. Liamzon, PhD, Core faculty, Ateneo School of Government, part-time faculty, Economics Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Aurora Javate de Dios, Women and Gender Institute and International Studies Department, Miriam College
Jeconiah Louis Dreisbach, Assistant Professor, Departamento ng Filipino, De La Salle University
Loida Nicolas Lewis, Founder & Chair, The Lewis College, Sorsogon City
Fredrick Cruz, Lecturer, Department of Economics, Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Ana Maria Macatangay, Administrative Officer, Capitol University
Atty. Anthony Raymond A. Goquingco, J.D., Ll.M., Associate Dean, Institute of Law, Far Eastern University
Estelle Marie M. Ladrido, PhD, Chair, Department of Communication, Ateneo de Manila University
Edgardo T. Valenzuela, Adjunct Professor, Ateneo School of Government
Ron Bridget Vilog, PhD, Associate Professor International Studies Department, De La Salle University
Ace Martin Aceron, Lecturer, School of Design and Arts, De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde
Denise Margaret S. Matias, Biodiversity and People, Institute for Social-Ecological Research
Ramel C. Muria, LL.M, Institute of Law, Far Eastern University
Fernando N. Zialcita, PhD, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Ateneo de Manila University
Magdangal M. de Leon, Faculty, Ateneo Law School
Paula Sophia G. Estrella, Ateneo Human Rights Center
Oscar Carlo Cajucom, Faculty, Ateneo Law School
Klarise Cajucom, Faculty, Ateneo Law School
Michael M. Alba, PhD, President, Far Eastern University
Laura Q. Del Rosario, Institutional Administrator, Miriam College
Lota A. Teh, PhD, Ateneo Psychology Department

For those who are interested in joining this effort, please send an email to peaceprofessors.ph@gmail.com. We update the list everyday at 5:00 PM.

NO TO CON-ASS | Statement on Prospect for Constitutional Reforms

We, the undersigned academics and professionals, are expressing our deep concern as regards the process of reviewing and possibly amending our Constitution.

We acknowledge the importance of discussing ways to improve governance in the country, particularly when it comes to a possible shift to a new, federal form of government. Some of us actually support federalism, while others oppose it. We have nevertheless united in this common statement to acknowledge the importance of evidence-based debate and discussion to root out the main benefits and costs of such a reform.

Given the far-reaching implications of this reform, we believe the process must be much more participatory—including not just those who are for this reform, but also those who oppose it. International policy experience and evidence suggests that constitutional reforms are more effective if deliberations are front-loaded at the crafting stage, rather than belatedly appended once these reforms are already ratified.

The present environment is not conducive to reforming the constitution. The most recent nationwide surveys of SWS and Pulse Asia last March 2018 show that only 25% of our citizens sufficiently understand our existing constitution, while only 37% support the shift to federalism. 64% are against charter change. ‘Changing the Constitution’ also ranked last in the ‘most urgent national concerns’ with only 3% of the Filipinos saying that it should be acted upon immediately.

We do not support calls to channel this reform through a Constituent Assembly.

Almost 80% of Congress is comprised of political dynasties, and the empirical evidence suggests that a majority of them may face deep conflict of interest if a new constitution aims for reforms that level the political playing field. The risk of capture by vested interests affecting our present politics is too great.

We do not support calls to postpone or cancel elections in 2019.

Finally, we believe that there are more pressing and immediate policy challenges that our leaders must address. The rising death toll linked to the anti-drugs campaign, which now includes many children and young people. The killings of political leaders and priests also further raise the spectre of injustice. Rising prices of basic commodities, transportation and other needs are also hitting the poor, our workers, and millions of low income households. If these are unresolved, then how can we credibly unite around “rule of law” and “human rights” under an amended constitution?

A constitution is supposed to bind our nation in common values and a shared vision. It is the very glue that should unite us all in common purpose. If we are to amend the constitution, we must invest not just in the outcome, but in the very process.

This is a broad discussion that must bring together our citizens from all walks of life, professions and political leanings. It is a national discourse that must allay fears, clarify concerns and bring us all towards common ground.

FILIPINO TRANSLATION

PAGTUTOL SA CON-ASS

Pahayag Ukol Sa Balakin na Pagreporma ng Saligang Batas

Kaming mga akademiko at propesyunal na lumalagda rito ay nagpapahayag ng marubdob na pag-aalala at taimtim na pagmamalasakit patungkol sa proseso ng muling pagsusuri at ng maaaring pagsususog ng ating Saligang Batas.

Kinikilala namin ang halaga ng pagtalakay sa mga paraan ng pagpapaunlad ng pamamahala sa bansa. Lalong mahalaga, kapag patungkol ito sa posibilidad ng pagpapalit ng uri ng pamahalaan tungo sa federalismo. Ilan sa amin ay nagtataguyod sa repormang ito; may ilan din na sumasalungat. Gayunman, nagbubuklod kami sa aming pahayag na kilalanin ang halaga ng talakayan at palitan ng kuro-kuro batay sa mga patunay at katibayan upang matunton at matukoy ang mga mapakikinabangang benepisyo at magugugol na gastos ng gayong reporma.

Dala ng malawakan at malalimang bisa at implikasyon ng repormang ito, naninindigan kami na ang proseso ay marapat na magkaroon ng higit na pakikisangkot at pakikibahagi—hindi lamang ng mga sang-ayon sa reporma, kundi maging ng mga salungat dito. Pinagtitibay at pinatutunayan ng karanasan mula sa pagbubuo ng mga International Policy o Pandaigdigang Patakaran na ang mga repormang pansaligangbatas ay higit na mabisa kung mauuna ang mataman at masusing pag-aaral at paglilimi sa panimulang yugto ng pagbubuo nito, kaysa kung maganap sa huli ang mga pagdaragdag at pagsususog matapos mapagtibay ang mga repormang ito sa saligang-batas.

Ang kasalukuyang kalagayan ng bansa ay hindi nababagay o naaangkop sa pagrereporma ng saligang batas. Inilalahad ng pinakahuling malawakang sarbey na ginawa sa buong bansa ng SWS at Pulse Asia noong Marso 2018 na 25% lamang ng mga mamamayan ang may sapat na pag-unawa sa kasalukuyang saligang batas, habang 37% lamang ang sumusuporta sa pagpapalit tungo sa federalismo. 64% ang salungat sa pagbabago ng saligang batas. Nasa pinakahuling hanay ng “most urgent national concerns” (o “pinakanangungunang pambansang alalahanin/usapin”) ang “Changing the Constitution” (o ang “Pagbabago ng Saligang Batas”), na may 3% lamang ng mga Pilipino na nagsasabing dapat itong isagawa sa lalong madaling panahon.

Hindi namin itinataguyod na isagawa at isakatuparan ang repormang ito sa pamamagitan ng Constituent Assembly.

Halos 80% ng Kongreso ay kasalukuyang binubuo ng mga political dynasty. Iminumungkahi ng mga patunay at ebidensya na ang nakararami sa kanila ay maaaring maharap sa matinding salungatan ng interes o conflict of interest kung nilalayon ng bagong saligang batas ang pagkakapantay-pantay ng oportunidad sa politikal na larangan. Sa kasalukuyang takbo ng politika sa bansa, labis na malaki at nakaliligalig ang panganib na pangibabawin ang mga pansariling interes sa usaping ito.

Hindi namin itinataguyod ang pagbibinbin o pagkakansela ng halalan sa 2019.

Panghuli, naninindigan kami na marami pang hamon sa mga umiiral na polisiya ang nangangailangan ng agarang pansin at tugon mula sa ating mga pinuno. Isang halimbawa ang dumaraming bilang ng mga pinapatay kaugnay ng kampanya laban sa droga, na kinabibilangan ng maraming paslit at kabataan. Ang pagpatay sa mga politiko at mga pari ay nagpapabigat sa lambong ng kawalan ng katarungan. Ang tumataas na presyo ng mga pangunahing bilihin o basic commodities, ng pasahe at transportasyon, at ng iba pang pangangailangan ay nagpapalugmok sa mahihirap, sa mga manggagawa, at sa milyong pamilya at tahanang may mababang kita. Kung hindi matutugunan ang mga ito, paano pa mapagkakatiwalaan na makakamit ang pagkakaisang umiinog sa “alituntunin ng batas” at sa “karapatang pantao” sa ilalim ng bagong saligang batas?

Ang saligang batas ay tagapagbuklod ng ating sambayanan na may tunguhin at mga pagpapahalagang pinagsasaluhan ng lahat. Ito ang tunay na tagapagbigkis nating lahat tungo sa iisang layunin. Kung irereporma at sususugan natin ang saligang batas, marapat na magtuon tayo ng pansin at halaga hindi lamang sa resultang kalalabasan nito, kundi sa mismong prosesong magtatatag ng ubod at loob nito.

Nahaharap tayo sa malawakang talakayan na kailangang kasangkutan ng mga mamamayan mula sa sari-saring karanasan at antas ng lipunan, hanapbuhay at propesyon, at paninidigang politikal. Isa itong pambansang diskurso at palitan ng kuro-kuro na marapat na magpahupa ng pangamba, magdulot ng kaliwanagan sa mga saloobin, at maghatid sa ating lahat ng mapagsasaluhang pag-unawa.

Ang mga pananaw at opinyon ng mga nakalagda ay hindi kumakatawan sa paninidigan ng mga institusyon at organisasyong kinabibilingan nila. Lahat ay pumirma ayon sa kanilang indibdwal na kakayahan bilang mamamayang sangkot sa edukasyon, pananaliksik, at larangang pampolisiya.

Para sa mga interesadong makiisa sa gawaing ito, mag-email sa peaceprofessors.ph@gmail.com.

Signed:

Roberto C. Yap, SJ, President, Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan
Roberto E. N. Rivera, SJ, President, Ateneo de Naga University
Dionisio M. Miranda, SVD, President, University of San Carlos
Karel San Juan, SJ, President, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Edilberto de Jesus, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Asian Institute of Management
Joel E. Tabora SJ, President, Ateneo de Davao University
Jose Ramon T. Villarin, SJ, President, Ateneo de Manila University
Armin A. Luistro, FSC, President, De La Salle Philippines
Primitivo E. Viray, Jr., SJ, Provincial Superior, Jesuits in the Philippine Province of the Society of Jesus
Juan Antonio Z. Villaluz, RN, MBA, President, Southland College
Sittie NB Pasandalan, Assistant Dean, College of Arts and Social Sciences, MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology
Ada D. Abad, Dean, Adamson University College of Law
Teresita C. Babaran, SFIC, President, St. Joseph’s College of QC
Michael L. Tan, DVM, PhD, Professor, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Cielito Habito, PhD, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Lloyd C. Bautista, DPA, Vice President, Academics, STI Education Services Group
Gillian Joyce G. Virata, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Roosevelt College, Inc.
Edna Aquino, Vice President for Research, Extension and Information Services, Rizal Technological University
Ronald U. Mendoza, PhD, Dean, Ateneo School of Government
Maria Fe Villamejor-Mendoza, DPA, Dean, University of the Philippines National College of Public Administration and Governance
Jaime G. Hofileña, Vice President for Social Development, Ateneo de Manila University
Antonette Palma-Angeles, PhD, Vice President for the Professional Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Ramon D. Echica (SThD), Dean of Studies, Faculty of Theology, San Carlos Major Seminary
Maria Luz C. Vilches, PhD, Vice President for the Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Melencio Sta. Maria, LLM, Dean, Far Eastern University Institute of Law
Luisito G. Montalbo, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Rene D. Ledesma, Dean, Faculty and Academic Affairs, PHINMA University of Iloilo
Lourdes M. Portus, PhD, Chair, Philippine Social Science Council and President, Philippines Communication Society
Ruby S. Suazo, Department of Philosophy, University of San Carlos and President, Philosophical Association of the Visayas and Mindanao
Arman Vicencio Cruz, Founding President, Finance Educators Association
Angelina Galang, PhD, Former Vice President for Academic Affairs, Miriam College
Jose Maria G. Hofileña, Dean, Ateneo Law School
Sylvia Estrada Claudio, Dean, College of Social Work and Community Development, University of the Philippines
Michael Purugganan, Silver for Professor of Biology and Dean for Science, New York University
Manuel M. Dayrit MD, MSc, Dean, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Rodolfo P. Ang, Dean, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Victor Andres Manhit, MPA, DLSU Associate Professor (Retired) and President of ADR Institute
Danton Remoto, Professorial Lecturer, Ateneo de Manila University and Former Dean and President, The Manila Times College
Georgina Encanto, Former UP Regent and Dean, College of Mass Communications, University of the Philippines
Jose Ramon Albert, PhD, Former President, Philippine Statistical Association
Tomas P. Africa, Former President, Philippine Statistical Association
Cybele Lara Abad, MD, Clinical Associate Professor, UP College of Medicine
Gémino H. Abad, University Professor Emeritus, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Mercy Abad, AKKAPKa
Limuel Anthony B. Abrogena, MD, FPAFP, Assistant Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Luisito C Abueg, Graduate Fellow, UP School of Economics
Alberto S. Acenas, Retired Executive, Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corp.
Jaime A. Acevedo, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Divina E. Adajar, Paref Woodrose School, Inc.
Nathalie Africa-Verceles, DSD, Director, UP Center for Women’s and Gender Studies
Raymond B. Aguas, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Eirene Jhone E. Aguila, Professor, Far Eastern University Institute of Law
Victor Aguilan, PhD, Divinity School, Siliman University
Elizabeth Aguiling-Pangalangan, LLM, PhD, Professor, UP College of Law
Arjan P. Aguirre, MA, Instructor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Erwin A. Alampay, PhD, Associate Professor, National College of Public Administration and Governance, University of the Philippines
Ramon Benedicto A. Alampay, PhD, Associate Professor, Asian Institute of Tourism, University of the Philippines
Ruby G. Alcantara, PhD, Professor (Ret.), University of the Philippines-Diliman
Alan G. Alegre, Lecturer, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Albert E. Alejo, SJ, Ateneo de Manila University
Froilan A. Alipao, MCD, Assistant Professor, University of Santo Tomas
Melody Allanigue, Professor, College of Science, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
Maria Lourdes Almeda-Benito, MBA, Assistant to the Dean, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Sr. Josephini P. Ambatali, SFIC, St. Joseph’s College of QC
Ricardo B. Ang III, Lecturer, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Auria U. Arabit, SdP, Assistant Professor, De La Salle University
Jaremilleta M. Arawiran, MM, Academic Chairperson, College of Education, Holy Name University
Elizabeth Y. Arcellana-Nuqui, MD, Professor (Ret.), College of Medicine, University of the Philippines-Manila
Agustin Arcenas, Associate Prof, UP School of Economics
Cleve Arguelles, Assistant Professor & Chair of Political Science Program, UP Manila
Patricia B. Arinto, Professor, University of the Philippines – Open University
Rex Paul Arjona, Executive Director, Social Action Center – Legazpi, Albay
Aries A. Arugay, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Noel G. Asiones, PhD, Professor, University of Santo Tomas
Maria Ela L. Atienza, PhD, Professor and Chair, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Celia M. Austria, University of the Philippines-Baguio
Concordia C. Bacalso, M. Eng’g, Ch. E., Head, Networking and Linkages Office, Cebu Institute of Technology-University
Benjamin C. Bagadion, Jr., PhD, Professor, School of Management, University of the Philippines Mindanao
Jason A. Baguia, Assistant Professor and College Secretary, UP Cebu College of Communication, Art, and Design
Hadji Balajadia, MSc, Assistant Professor, Psychology Department, School of Arts and Sciences, Ateneo de Davao University
Nerissa S. Balce, Associate Professor & Undergraduate Program Director, Department of Asian & Asian American Studies, State University of New York at Stony Brook
Marcial Orlando A. Balgos Jr., PhD, Chair, Department of Leadership, Ethics, & HR Management, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Yason Banal, University of the Philippines Film Institute
Jonna Baquillas, Asia Pacific College
Raymundo S. Baquiran, MD, MPH, Associate Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Arlene Barbarona-Loquias, Faculty, College of Education, Holy Name University
Remmon E. Barbaza, PhD, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Benjamin Roberto G. Barretto, Part Time Political Science Teacher, Ateneo de Manila University
Jay Batongbacal, JSD, University of the Philippines College of Law
Cristina M. Bautista, Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Minerva S. Baylon, PhD, Associate Professor, UP NCPAG
Ivyrose Baysic, Head, Ateneo Policy Center
Allan B. I. Bernardo, PhD, Academician, National Academy of Science and Technology (Philippines) and Professor, University of Macau
John Paul A. Bolano, Instructor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Marilou C. Borje, MA, RGC, Guidance Counselor, Loyola Schools Office of Guidance and Counseling, Ateneo de Manila University
Horacio M. Borromeo, PhD, Asian Institute of Management
Agnes M. Brazal, PhD, Associate Professor and Research Fellow, De la Salle University
Rofel G. Brion, PhD, Professor, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Ateneo de Manila University
Adelfo V. Briones, Adjuct Professor, Ateneo School of Government, Ateneo de Manila University
Oscar Bulaong Jr., PhD, Philosophy Department Lecturer, Executive Director, Gov. Jose B. Fernandez Jr. Ethics Center, Ateneo de Manila University
Ace Bryan S. Cabal, MSPH, Assistant Professor III, Department of Parasitology, College of Public Health, University of the Philippines-Manila
Romeo T. Cabarde, Jr., Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Davao University
Jose V. Camacho, Jr., PhD, Professor, University of the Philippines-Los Baños
Patrick F. Campos, UP Film Institute
Delfo C. Canceran, OP, Professor, University of Santo Tomas
Alexandra May D. Cardoso, Instructor, Department of English and Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Mary Caroline N. Castano, PhD, Associate Professor, College of Commerce and Business Administration, The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, Manila
Loreta Castro, Ed.D, Miriam College
Jefrey B. Cercado, M.A., Assistant Professor, Social Sciences and Humanities Department, Centro Escolar University
Arnella Francis D. Clamor, Associate Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Davao University
Lisandro E. Claudio, PhD, Associate Professor, De La Salle University
Cristina Co, Counseling Faculty, Asian Theological Seminary
Frumencio Co, De La Salle University
Solita Collas-Monsod, Professor Emerita, UP School of Economics
Julian Concepcion, Jr Finance & Economics Professor, Fairleigh Dickinson University Vancouver Campus
Franz Giuseppe Cortez, Philosophy Department, University of Santo Tomas
Cesi Cruz, Assistant Professor, HSBC Chair in Asian Research, Department of Political Science, The University of British Columbia
Jan Fredrick Cruz, Lecturer, Economics Department, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Juan Cruz, PhD, University of Aberdeen, UK
Nicole Curato, PhD, Research Fellow, University of Canberra
Pamela A. Custodio, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines Los Banos
Assunta C. Cuyegkeng, Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Jose Mari O. Daclan, Ateneo School of Government
Clarissa C. David, PhD, Professor, College of Mass Communications, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Aurora Javate de Dios, Miriam College and former Philippine Representative to ASEAN Commission on the Promotion and Protection of Women and Children’s Rights
Emmanuel S. de Guzman, PhD, Professor, Maryhill School of Theology & Loyola School of Theology
Imelda Deinla, PhD, Australian National University
Leland Joseph R. Dela Cruz, PhD, Director, Office for Social Concern and Involvement, Ateneo de Manila University
Noel B. Del Castillo, Senior Lecturer, University of the Philippines and Miriam College
Ma. Luisa De Leon-Bolinao, PhD, Professor and former Chair, History Department, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, UP Diliman
Francisco N. de los Reyes, Assistant Professor, School of Statistics, University of the Philippines
Reyzeljan De Los Trinos, Researcher, Ibong Adorno-Institute for Social Research
Tesa Casal de Vela, PhD, Associate Professor, Miriam College
Fritzie Ian De Vera, Director, COSCA – De La Salle University
Michelle Joy De Vera, MD, Associate Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Oscar R. Diamante, Faculty, Philosophy Department, University of Santo Tomas
Jeff Ducanes, Research Fellow, UP CIDS
Manuel B. Dy, Jr., Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Adonis Elumbre, Assistant Professor and Chair, Department of History and Philosophy, University of the Philippines-Baguio
John Mervin Embate, Instructor, University of the Philippines Los Banos
Elizabeth Enriquez, PhD, Professor, College of Mass Communication, UP Diliman
John Mayo Enriquez, MBA, Assistant to the President for Social Development, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Emilyn Q. Espiritu, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Environmental Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Michelle Estor, LLM, University of the Philippines College of Law
Rosa Maria Feliciano, Associate Professor, Department of Broadcast Communication, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Carlo C. Flordeliza, Lecturer, Ateneo de Manila University
Edna P. Franco, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Melissa R. Garabiles, PhD, RPsy, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Carlo Garcia, PhD, Executive Director, Miriam College Environmental Studies Institute
Edmundo G. Garcia, Framer, 1987 Constitution
Fanny A. Garcia, PhD, Filipino Department, De La Salle University-Manila
Carlito M. Gaspar, CSsR
Eleanor Gatapia, MD, Assistant Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Dan Gatmaytan, LLM, College of Law, UP Diliman
Jan Robert R. Go, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Maria Socorro Gochoco-Bautista, PhD, Professor, University of the Philippines School of Economics
Athena E. Gorospe, PhD, Associate Professor & Director oh PhD Program, Asian Theological Seminary
Grace Gorospe-Jamon, PhD, Professor of Political Science, UPD Extension Program in Pampanga
Carlos S. Granados, Jr., Student Affairs Professional, Ateneo de Manila University
Ruth R. Guerrero, MST, Peace Advocacy Officer, Ateneo Peace Institute, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Marita Concepcion Castro Guevara, PhD, Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Ateneo de Manila University
Roberto O. Guevara, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Eulalio R. Guieb III, PhD, Professor, Department of Broadcast Communication, University of the Philippines Diliman
Ibarra ‘Barry’ M. Gutierrez III, LLM, Professorial Lecturer, College of Law, University of the Philippines
Araceli Habaradas, Ateneo Law School
Kenneth Hartigan-Go, MD, MD (UK)
Regina Hechanova, Professor, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Ian Jayson R. Hecita, Program Manager, DLSU Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance
Ranilo B. Hermida, PhD, Associate Professor, Philosophy Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Ana Liza S. Hernandez, MEd, St. Scholastica’s College Manila
Margarita Holmes, Pamatasan ng Lunsod ng Maynila
Ronald D. Holmes, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, De La Salle University
Emerald Jay D. Ilac, PhD, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Carl Javier, Lecturer, Fine Arts Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Alvin Jimenez, Faculty, Penuel School of Theology
Bonn Juego, PhD, University of Jyväskylä, Finland
Celeste Aida A. Jugo, Assistant Professor, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Hansley Juliano, MA, Lecturer, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Anna Marie A. Karaos, Associate Director, John J. Carroll Institute on Church and Social Issues
Reynaldo Laguda, Filipino
Rejene Tan Lakibul, MPMD, Faculty Member, Department of Political Science, School of Law and Governance, University of San Carlos
Miguel B. Lambino, Assistant Professor, Loyola School of Theology
Levy Lara Lanaria, PhD, ATh, School of Arts & Sciences, University of San Carlos
Christine Lao, LLB, MA, Assistant Professor, Department of English and Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines Diliman
Maria Angeles Guanzon Lapena, Research Fellow, Social Development Research Center, De La Salle University
Tanya Lat, LLM, Adjunct Professor, Ateneo Law School
Antonio G. M. La Viña, JSD, Professorial Lecturer of Constitutional Law, University of the Philippines College of Law
Michael J. Liberatore, Theology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Zenaida D. Ligan-Ashburn, Assistant Professor, Political Science Program, University of the Philippines-Cebu
Auxencia A. Limjap, Professorial Lecturer, De La Salle University
Gregg S. Lloren, MScR, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines Cebu
Ariel Lopez, Assistant Professor, Department of History, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Gerardo T. Los Baños, Department of Communications and Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines-Diliman & Deputy Director, UP Press
Lucia Lucas-Chavez, Asst. to the ADSAS, Ateneo de Manila University
Ruth Lusterio-Rico, Phd, Professor, Department of Political Science, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, UP Diliman
Juan Miguel Luz, Asian Institute of Management
Sixto Donato C. Macasaet, Lecturer, Ateneo School of Government
Grace C. Magalzo-Bualat, MPS, LlB, Chair, Department of Political Science University of San Carlos
Cielo Magno, PhD, School of Economics, UP Diliman
Francisco A. Magno, PhD, Director, DLSU Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance
Annabel M. Manalo, PhD, Asian Theological Seminary
Fermin P. Manalo, Jr., Assistant Professor, College of Social Work and Community Development, University of the Philippines
Robert B. Manansala, OFM, Our Lady of the Angels Seminary
Gemma Rita R. Marin, Executive Director, John J. Carroll Institute on Church and Social Issues
Rhochie Matienzo, PhD, Faculty and Research Fellow, University of Santo Tomas
Czarina Medina-Guce, Faculty, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Rikki Lee B. Mendiola, Department of Science Communication, College of Development Communication, University of the Philippines-Los Baños
Amado Mendoza, Jr., PhD, Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Meynardo P. Mendoza, PhD, Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University
Ruben C. Mendoza, PhD, STD, Chair and Associate Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Kristine C. Meneses, PhD, Assistant Professor, University of Santo Tomas
Eden Delight Miro, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, Ateneo de Manila University
Alvin Manalo Molito, Faculty, Penuel School of Theology
Antonio J. Montalván II, PhD, Professor, School of Graduate Studies, Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan
Louie C. Montemar, Associate Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology Polytechnic University of the Philippines- Sta. Mesa
Michael N. Montero, JD, Professor, Ateneo Law School
Cristina Montiel, PhD, Professor, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Edna Sarah C. Morada, MD, MHPEd, FPPS, Faculty, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Arminda A. Muga, RGC, Counselor, Loyola Schools Office of Guidance and Counseling, Ateneo de Manila University
Jasmin Nario-Galace, PhD, Miriam College
Fidel Nemenzo, DSc, Professor, Institute of Mathematics, University of the Philippines
Jopie M. Nolasco, MA, Instructor, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Dina Ocampo, Faculty Member, University of the Philippines College of Education
Danielle P. Ochoa, MA, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Benedict Salazar Olgado, Assistant Professor, School of Library and Information Studies, University of the Philippines Diliman
Rowena A. Palacios, MA, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Aileen B. Pascual, MD, FPAFP, Assistant Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Jose Victor Patalinghug, Academic, College of Arts and Sciences, Cebu Institute of Technology- University
Jean Lee C. Patindol, Assistant Professor, Department of Business Economics, University of St. La Salle
Abigail Peralta, PhD, Assistant Professor, Louisiana State University
Marianne Rachel Perfecto, Associate Professor, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Keith Einstein R. Pon, Instructor I, Mindanao State University- Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography
Inez Z. Ponce de Leon, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Communications, Ateneo de Manila University
Kent Marjun Primor, Crawford School of Public Policy, Australian National University
JC Punongbayan, PhD candidate, UP School of Economics
Mary Margaret Que, Management and Organization Department, Ramon V. Del Rosario College of Business, De La Salle University
Ralph Jacinto A. Quiblat, Director – Office of Student Activities/Faculty – Department of Theology
Dennis Quilala, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, UP-Diliman
Mary Racelis, PhD, Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Mariel Vincent A. Rapisura, ME, Lecturer, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Jaerold Marc D. Ramos, Faculty, Mapua University
Nestor M. Ravilas, Faculty, Penuel School of Theology
Farell M. Relacion, MPS, Assistant Professor, College of Arts and Sciences, Misamis University
Maria Lulu Reyes, Professor, Saint Louis University
Reinabelle Reyes, PhD, Lecturer, Ateneo de Manila University
Socorro L. Reyes, PhD, Former Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Political Science, De La Salle University
Ver Reyes, PhD, RPsy, RPm, Program Head/Associate Professor, Psychology and Social Work Program, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Marikina
Miguel Paolo P. Rivera, M.A., Lecturer, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Temario C. Rivera, PhD, Former Chair, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines
Deborah N Rodrigo, M.E., Faculty, ACE-ME, Ateneo de Manila Graduate School of Business
Sandra Nicole Roldan, Assistant Professor, Department of English and Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines Diliman
Anna C. Romana, Sucesos Filipinas Inc.
Segundo Joaquin Eclar Romero Jr, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Raoul R. Roncal, Faculty, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Anelle Sabanal, PhD, Research Director, Asian Theological Seminary
Ana Maria Margarita S. Salvador, Assistant Professor, UP Diliman College of Education
Angelica Joyce U. Samson, Student Affairs Professional, Office for Social Concern and Involvement, Ateneo de Manila University
Ramon Miguel Cayco Samson, Adjunct Professor of Law, Ateneo Law School
Rene Salvador R. San Andres, Residence Halls Director, Ateneo de Manila University
Rachel Joyce Marie O. Sanchez, PhD, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Rosena D. Sanchez, Ateneo de Davao University
Ray Paolo J. Santiago, Executive Director, Ateneo Human Rights Center and Faculty Member, Ateneo Law School and FEU Institute of Law
Paz Verdades M. Santos, Professor, De La Salle University
Manuel Victor J. Sapitula, Associate Professor, Department of Sociology, University of the Philippines Diliman
Victor Segovia, Associate Professor, Philippine Women’s University
John Sevilla, Trustee, Philippine Women’s University
Annabella A. Simbulan, MBA, Faculty, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Cheryll Soriano, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Communication, De La Salle University-Manila
Floy V. Soriano, Student Affairs Professional, Ateneo de Manila University
Rowena Soriano, Member, Faculty of Law, Ateneo de Manila University and FEU Law; Assistant Professor, Political Science Program, Department of Social Sciences, UP Manila
Samantha Soriano-Castaneda, MD, Assistant Professor, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Cornelia S. Soto, PhD, Department of Education, Ateneo de Manila University
Elmer T. Sto. Domingo, Jr., Director, Center for Community Development, Ateneo de Naga University
Miguel Syjuco, MFA, PhD, Visiting Assistant Professor, New York University Abu Dhabi
Chantal Ellis S. Tabo, MA, RPsy, RPm, Psychologist, Loyola Schools Office of Guidance and Counseling, Ateneo de Manila University
Jalton Garces Taguibao, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Judy M. Taguiwalo, PhD, Professorial Lecturer, College of Social Work and Community Development, University of the Philippines Diliman
Mendiola Teng-Calleja, PhD, Ateneo de Manila University
Mary C. Thomas, Assistant Professor, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Jose Maria Edito K. Tirol, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University
Rolando B. Tolentino, Professor, Universiy of the Philippines Film Institute
Benjamin Gerardo T. Tolosa, PhD, Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Damcelle Torres-Cortes, Assistant Professor, College of Public Affairs and Development, University of the Philippines Los Banos
Amy Tud-Moraña, MAEM, Assistant Professor, Catanduanes State University
Wendy Tupaz, Special Education Teacher, Prince George’s County Public Schools, USA
Nash Tysmans, Independent Researcher
Nico B. Valderrama, CPA, MPM, ESQ, Instructor, Arellano University School of Law
Amelia Vasquez, RSCJ, East Asian Pastoral Institute
Domingo R. Vicera, Ateneo Residence Halls
Jean Abigail Victoria, Student Affairs Professional, Ateneo de Manila University
Erik Villanueva, Former Instructor, Physics and Mathematics, Philippine Normal University
Aleta R. Villanueva, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines Open University
Victor A. Villanueva, School Director, The Builders’ School
Jane O. Vinculado, Faculty, Department of Broadcast Communication, University of the Philippines- Diliman
Catherine P. Vistro-Yu, EdD, Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Alyson L. Yap, Instructor, John Gokongwei School of Management, Ateneo de Manila University
Yvan Ysmael Yonaha, Instructor, University of the Philippines-Los Baños
Darwin D. Yu, PhD, Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Suzanne Yupangco, Senior Manager, Arts and Culture Division, Ayala Foundation
Michael Henry Ll. Yusingco, LLM, Non-Resident Research Fellow, Ateneo School of Government
Amparo Adelina C. Umali, III, PhD, Associate Professor, UP Center for International Studies
Stella P. Go, Integrated School, De La Salle University
Luke Antonie Quijano, Philosophy Department, Consolatrix College of Toledo City
Jeconiah Louis Dreisbach, Lecturer, College of Arts, Sciences, and Technology, De La Salle Araneta University
Raymond R. Tan, PhD, Professor of Chemical Engineering and University Fellow, De La Salle University
Luis F. Dumlao, PhD, Dean, School of Management, Ateneo de Manila University
Atty. Antonio H. Abad, Jr., Former Dean of Law, Adamson University and Far Eastern University
Jean Emily P. Tan, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Mark Joseph T. Calano, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Isabel Pefianco Martin, PhD, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Willy V. Alangui, Professor of Mathematics, College of Science, University of the Philippines-Baguio
Jacklyn A. Cleofas, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Francis A. Gealogo, PhD, Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University
Arnel L. Cadeliña, Dean, College of Business, Accountancy and Computer Science, Sacred Heart College-Lucena City
Christopher A. Tan, Chief Operating Officer, PHINMA University of Pangasinan
Danilo Francisco M. Reyes, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Louie Jon A. Sanchez, PhD (candidate), Instructor, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Garry B. Tabugon, Instructor, Caraga State University
Fides Abad, Director, Information Management Specialists, Inc.
Louis Catalan, SJ, Vice President for Higher Education, Ateneo de Zamboanga University
Jean Encinas-Franco, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Susan Villanueva, University of the Philippines College of Law
Eduardo Jose E. Calasanz, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Wystan de la Peña, Professor, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Edmundo H. Abad, Retired Banker and Teacher
Rene A. Abesamis, PhD, Silliman University-Angelo King Center for Research and Environmental Management
Carl Marc Ramota, President, All U.P. Academic Employees Union, University of the Philippines System
Rainier V. Almazan, Associate Professor, College of Social Work & Community Development, University of the Philippines
Rainier A. Ibana, PhD, Professor of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Jake De Guzman, HR Cluster, The Call to Leadership, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Fr. Kenneth C. Masong, PhD, Philosophy Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Ma. Rosel S. San Pascual, PhD, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Kristine Canales, PhD Candidate, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Romeo M. Dizon, Department of Biology, University of the Philippines-Baguio
Thelma A. Rivera, MD, former Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, University of the Philippines-Manila
Porfirio B. Tizon Ll.b, MGM, Assistant Professor, PLM Institute of Pres. Ramon Magsaysay School of Government
Maria Cynthia Rose Banzon-Bautista, PhD, Professor of Sociology, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Jhoanna Lynn B. Cruz, Associate Professor, University of the Philippines-Mindanao and Davao Writers Guild, Davao City
Patricia M. Go, President, Shapeshopactive Inc.
Leveric Ng, DBA, Assistant Professor, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Gideon Lasco, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Anthropology, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Mary Grace Joyce P. Alis, Research Associate, Ateneo Social Science Research Center, Ateneo de Naga University
Virgilio T. Villancio Associate Professor, University of the Philippines-Los Baños
Bernard Julian A. Patiño, Assistant Professor, Department of English and Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Luis S. David, S.J., Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Cesar Polvorosa, Jr., PhD, Algoma University (Canada)
Edmundo Q. Quiocho, PhD, Faculty, Graduate School of Business, University of Perpetual Help System Dalta
Violeda A. Umali, PhD, Professor, College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Ma. Lourdes E. Ursos, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor, Silliman University Medical School
Walden R. Ursos, MD, DPSBNM, Dean and Assistant Professor, Silliman University Medical School
Fabian M. Dayrit, RCh, PhD, Professor, Department of Chemistry, Ateneo de Manila University
Mark Anthony D. Abenir, DSD, Associate Professor, University of Santo Tomas
Maria Jovita E. Zarate, PhD, University of the Philippines Open University
Princess Catherine Pabellano, Southern Luzon State University
Manuel Solis, PhD, Lecturer, University of Adelaide Law School
Marilyn J. Alarilla, Special Lecturer, School of Diplomacy and Governance, De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde
Lara Katrina T. Mendoza, Ateneo de Manila University
Lynette Carpio Serrano, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines-Los Baños
Marie Nathalie S. Ting, Student Affairs Professional, Office for Social Concern and Involvement, Ateneo de Manila University
Perlita M. Frago-Marasigan, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines
Wennielyn Fajilan, Assistant Professor, University of Santo Tomas
Richard Roll Talento, Professorial Lecturer, Department of Political Science, Adamson University
Angeli Diaz, PhD, Department of Communication, De La Salle University
Clodualdo del Mundo, Jr., Professor Emeritus, De La Salle University
Jose Mari Benjamin Francisco U. Tirol, LLM, Dean, University of San Agustin College of Law
Ferdinand B. Concubierta, Instructor, DMMMSU College of Law
Flordeliz L. Abanto, Associate Dean for Special Projects, Academics Affairs Office, Far Eastern University
Juan Paulo Fajardo, Faculty of Public Administration, Jose Rizal University
Domingo Y. Reyes, Faculty, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Yolanda G. Ealdama, Associate Professor, University of the Philippines
Ulpiano P. Ignacio Jr., Professor of Civil Engineering, University of the Philippines Diliman
Ramon D. Quebral, Structural Geologist
Joel Rocamora, Department of Political Science and Asian Center, University of the Philippines
Ladylyn Lim, Associate Professor, University of the Philippines Tacloban College
Matthew George O. Escobido, Assistant Professor, Department of Analytics, Information, and Operations, Asian Institute of Management
Rowena R. Boquiren, PhD, Professor of History (Retired), College of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Baguio
Art Bernardo C. Boquiren, Assistant Professor in Economics, College of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Baguio
Jeane C. Peracullo, PhD, Associate Professor, Philosophy Department, De La Salle University

For those who are interested in joining this effort, please send an email to peaceprofessors.ph@gmail.com.

STATEMENT CALLING FOR A SENATE INVESTIGATION INTO THE DEATH OF KIAN LOYD DELOS SANTOS AND OVERHAUL OF THE GOVERNMENT’S ANTI-DRUGS CAMPAIGN

We, the undersigned academics, teachers, analysts and researchers are issuing this joint statement to call on the Senate to open an investigation into the death of seventeen-year-old Grade 11 student Kian Loyd Delos Santos.

Kian Loyd is among a growing number of children and youth who have been killed as a result of the government’s anti-drugs campaign. The long and still growing list includes 4-year-old Althea Barbon of Negros Occidental, and two 5-year-old children–Danica May Garcia, an honor student from Pangasinan, as well as Francisco Manosca, who was gunned down with his father in Pasay City.

Whether killed by police, or murdered, allegedly, by unknown assailants, the senseless deaths of so many of our youth and thousands of our citizens are a signal of the worsening environment of violence and lawlessness that now threatens the very communities that the anti-drugs campaign was supposed to protect.

We are deeply alarmed by the growing divide within communities as Barangay leaders are asked to draw up lists of suspected drugs affected citizens who are then identified, rounded up, and in many cases later killed in either police operations or by unknown assailants.

We also note the evidence of continuous influx of illegal drugs into the country, notably from China. We are alarmed that too much attention has been given to punishing small-time drug users and pushers, but little has been done to prevent big-time drug smugglers from continuing to flood the country with illegal drugs.

We call on the Senate to investigate and consider the urgent need for a complete overhaul of the government’s anti-drugs campaign. Any such campaign should protect instead of harm our children and youth, include target interventions on the main sources of drugs, and value the rights of all Filipino citizens under a strong rule of law.

We recommend alternative and more evidence based strategies and policies to combat drugs. We urge government to place a greater focus on the root causes of drug use, the root sources of drug supply in the country, and the root issues of poverty and corruption that have aggravated the drug problem.

We emphasize, in particular the need for nonviolent, humane, holistic, health-based and community-based approaches to address drug addiction, as well as information and education campaigns to protect young people from falling prey to the menace of drug addiction.

We urge everyone not to forget the main reason why the country needed an anti-drugs campaign in the first place – to protect our citizens, particularly our children and youth, from harm.

Signed:

Br. Armin A. Luistro FSC, President, De La Salle Philippines
Dionisio M. Miranda, SVD, President, University of San Carlos
Rhonda Padilla, PhD, President, Panpacific University North Philippines
Urdaneta City, Pangasinan
Br. Raymundo B. Suplido FSC, President, De La Salle University -Manila
Fr. Jose Ramon T. Villarin, SJ, President, Ateneo de Manila University
Ada D. Abad, Dean, Adamson University College of Law
Margarita Acosta, PhD, Dean, College of Arts and Sciences, Miriam College
Fernando T. Aldaba, PhD, Dean, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Rosario Margarita Aligada, Dean, College of Education, Miriam College
Josephini Ambatali, SFIC, Dean, Arts and Sciences, St. Joseph’s College Quezon City
Rodolfo P. Ang, MBA, Dean, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Manuel M. Dayrit, MD, MSC, Dean, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Luis Dumlao, PhD, Dean, Gokongwei School of Management, Ateneo de Manila University
Ramon D. Echica, PhD, Dean of Studies, Faculty of Theology, San Carlos Major Seminary
Bro. Karl M. Gaspar CSsSR, PhD, Dean – St. Alphonsus Theological and Mission Institute, Davao City
Rene D. Ledesma, Dean, Faculty and Academic Affairs, PHINMA University of Iloilo
Henry G. Magat, Ed.D, Dean, College of Liberal Arts, Criminology, and Education, Jose Rizal University
Ronald U. Mendoza, PhD, Dean, Ateneo School of Government
Daniel Franklin Pilario, C.M., Dean, St. Vincent School of Theology Adamson University
Madeline Quiamco, PhD, Dean, Asian Institute of Journalism and Communication
Melencio Sta Maria, LLM, Dean, Far Eastern University Institute of Law
Maria Veronica Templo-Perez, Dean, School of Deaf Education and Applied Studies, De La Salle –College of Saint Benilde
Maria Fe Villamejor-Mendoza, DPA, Dean, UP National College of Public Administration and Governance
Pedro Abraham, Jr., retired Professor of Art Studies, College of Arts and Letters, University of the Philippines
Tomas P. Africa, Philippine Statistical Association
Arjan P. Aguirre, Instructor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Jose Ramon Albert, PhD, Immediate Past President, Philippine Statistical Association
Antonio A. Alfonso, PhD, Affiliate Faculty, Central Luzon State University
Kaloy A. Anasarias, MCD, Senior Lecturer, Miriam College
Aileen S.P. Baviera, PhD, Professor, Asian Center, University of the Philippines
Maricor Baytion, Independent Editor
Allan B.I. Bernardo, PhD, University of Macau
Agnes M. Brazal, PhD, Associate Professor, De la Salle University
Calixto Chikiamco, Economist and Entrepreneur
Noel M. Cortez, PhD, Professor, Asian Institute of Management
Achilles C. Costales, PhD, Professor of Economics, University of the Philippines Baguio
Nicole Curato, PhD, Research fellow, University of Canberra
Clarissa David, PhD, University of the Philippines
Emmanuel S. de Guzman, PhD, Former Senior Research Fellow, DePaul University
Edilberto de Jesus, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Asian Institute of Management
Leland Joseph R. Dela Cruz, PhD, Assistant Professor, Development Studies
Adonis Elumbre, College of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Baguio
Emilyn Q. Espiritu, PhD, Associate Dean for Research and Creative Work, Ateneo De Manila University
Ludwig O. Federigan, MBA, SBEP, Executive Director, Young Environmental Forum
Kenneth Hartigan-Go, MD, Professor, Asian Institute of Management
Ronald D. Holmes, Assistant Professor, Political Science Department, De La Salle University
Hansley A. Juliano, MA, Lecturer, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Antonio G. M. La Viña, JSD, Executive Director, Manila Observatory
Mussolini Sinsuat Lidasan, Director of Al Qalam Institute for Islamic Identities and Dialogue in Southeast Asia, Ateneo de Davao
Narzalina Z. Lim, former Lecturer, UP Manila and Far Eastern University

Additional signatories:

Maria Emma Concepcion Liwag, PhD, Australian National University
Lily Mendoza, Associate Professor, Oakland University
Meynardo Mendoza, PhD, Assistant Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Emilio Neri Jr., Board Member, Philippine Economics Society
Jasmin Nario-Galace, College of International, Humanitarian and Development Studies, Miriam College
Loreta Navarro-Castro, Professor of Peace Studies and Peace Education, Program Director, Center for Peace Education, Miriam College
Maria Luz C. Vilches, PhD, Vice President for the Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Dina Ocampo, PhD, University of the Philippines Diliman
Nikolo MC Panganoron, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy and Social Sciences, Colegio de San Lorenzo
Sittie Noffaisah Pasandalan, Associate Dean, College of Arts and Social Sciences, Mindanao State University
Mary Racelis, PhD, Research Scientist, Institute of Philippine Culture, Ateneo de Manila University
Filomeno Sta. Ana III, Action for Economic Reforms
Philip Arnold P. Tuaño, PhD, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Rene Valladolid, Chairperson, Social Science and Professor of School of Diplomacy and Governance at DLS-CSB
Violeta Valladolid, PhD, De La Salle University
Jude Ocampo, LLM, MBA, Non-Resident Research Fellow, Ateneo School of Government
Edna Estifania A. Co, DPA, Professor of Public Administration, University of the Philippines Diliman
Erwin Tiongson, PhD, Professor, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University
Mario Antonio Lopez, Professor (ret.), Asian Institute of Management
Michael Liberatore, Assistant Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Federico M. Macaranas, PhD, Professor, Asian Institute of Management
Annabelle Reyes-Silvosa, CPA, Practicing Accountant
Emmanuel de Dios, PhD, Professor, UP School of Economics
Horacio Borromeo, PhD, Professor (ret.), Asian Institute of Management
Francisco Mallion, Statistician
Romulo Virola, PhD, National Statistics Coordinating Board (Retired Government Official)
Francis Bambico, PhD, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health -Toronto and University of Newfoundland
Albert E. Alejo, Sj, PhD, Assistance Professor, Ateneo School of Government
Myra Garces-Bacsal, PhD, Assistant Professor, National Institute of Education-Singapore
Genevieve Lorenzo, Research Associate, Manila Observatory
Marissa Maricosa A. Paderon, PhD, Director, European Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Corazon Dee, PhD, Associate, Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies, Erasmus
Pura Angela Wee Co, MD, MSc, Independent Consultant
Homer Uy Co, MD, Clinical Associate Professor, University of the Philippines College of Medicine
Benjamin C. Bagadion Jr., PhD, University of the Philippines Mindanao
Hadji Balajadia, MSc, Assistant Professor, Psychology Department, Ateneo de Davao University
Julian Concepcion Jr., PhD, Lecturer in Finance & Economics, Fairleigh Dickinson University of Vancouver
Maria Dulce Natividad, PhD, Assistant Professor, Asian Center, University of the Philippines
Ernesto Garilao, MA, former Faculty, Asian Institute of Management
Caroline Mae Ramirez, MD, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
Miguel Paolo P. Rivera, Lecturer, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Sarah Domingo Lipura, Ateneo de Manila University; University of Auckland
Lara Katrina T. Mendoza, Ateneo de Manila University
Ronald Allan L. Cruz, Assistant Professor, Department of Biology, Ateneo de Manila University
Jean P. Tan, PhD, Assistant Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Carolyn I. Sobritchea, Professorial Lecturer, UP Asian Center and Open University
Farell M. Relacion, MPS, Assistant Professor, Department of Social Sciences, Misamis University –Ozamis City
Ser Percival K. Peña-Reyes, Lecturer, Ateneo de Manila University
Feric Gaius L. Galvez, Lecturer, Ateneo de Manila University
Luisito G. Montalbo, MBA, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Romel L. del Mundo, Professor, Southville International School Affiliated with Foreign Universities
Louie Jon A. Sanchez, MFA, Instructor, Ateneo de Manila University
Paul Hilario, PhD, RPsy, RGC –Professorial Lecturer, De La Salle University Dasmariñas, COE Graduate School
Gets Hilario, PhD, RGC –Professorial Lecturer, De La Salle University Dasmariñas, COE Graduate School
Abram Lumbang, Part-time Instructor (SHS), Asia Pacific College
Ruben C. Mendoza, PhD, Ateneo de Manila University
Zita VJ Albacea, PhD, Professor of Statistics, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Ian Jayson Hecita, Program Manager, Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance, De La Salle University
Majah-Leah V. Ravago, PhD, Assistant Professor, UP School of Economics
Maria Serena I. Diokno, Professor of History, University of the Philippines Diliman
Beatriz Torre, Lecturer, Department of Psychology, University of the Philippines Diliman
Christine Joy A. Ballada, Assistant Professor, Br. Andrew Gonzales FSC College of Education, De La Salle University
Athena E. Gorospe, PhD, Asian Theological Seminary
Diosa Labiste, PhD, University of the Philippines Diliman
Rica Bolipata-Santos, PhD, Faculty, English Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Ryan Francis O. Cayubit, MA, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Santo Tomas
Estesa Xaris Que Legaspi, PhD (Cand.), RGC De La Salle University
Nathalie Africa-Verceles, DSD, Assistant Professor, Department of Women and Development Studies, University of the Philippines
Alejandro Christian D. Soler, PhD, Associate Professorial Lecturer, Department of Political Science, De La Salle University
Eduardo Jose E. Calasanz, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Serafin Arviola Jr., Director, Community Partnership and Extension Office, Philippines Normal University
Marc Eric S. Reyes, PhD, RPsy, Rpm, Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Santo Tomas
Jeane C. Peracullo, PhD, Associate Professor, De La Salle University
Imelda Deinla, PhD, Research Fellow, Australian National University
Anne Frances N. Sangil, Assistant Professor, De La Salle University
Bernardine Ianne I. Lanot, MA, Department of Thelogy, Ateneo de Manila University
Remmon E. Barnaza, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Rene P. Zubieto, PhD student, Faculty Member, Southern Luzon State University
Rolando B. Tolentino, Professor, UP Film Institute
Brian Paul Giron, MA, Instructor, Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University
Kenneth Masong, PhD, Faculty, Ateneo de Manila University
Cheryll Ruth Soriano, Associate Professor, De La Salle University
Arman V. Cruz, Founding President, Finance Educators Association (Fin.Ed)
Luis Carmelo M. Julian, Instructor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Louis Catalan, SJ, Professor, Philosophy Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Ricardo B. Ang III, Lecturer, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Amanda A. De Pano, Assistant to the Dean, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Ma. Regina Hechanova, PhD, Professor, Dept of Psychology, Executive Director, Ateneo CORD
Melissa Vera M. Maramara, Instructor, Fine Arts Department and English Department, Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Alan Alegre, Researcher, Foundation for Media Alternatives
Gabby de los Santos, Associate Professor, Adamson University
Darren E. Dumaop, M.A., Assistant Professorial Lecturer, Department of Psychology, College of Liberal Arts, De La Salle University
Edna P Franco, Faculty, Ateneo de Manila University
Augusto Arcenas, PhD, UP School of Economics
Angelica V. Ang, Instructor, Ateneo de Manila University
Mendiola Teng-Calleja, Associate Professor, Psychology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Angeli Dominique G. Macandog, Dept. of Biology, Ateneo de Manila University
Roberto L. Figueroa, LLM, Professorial Lecturer, University of the Philippines College of Law
Catherine P. Vistro-Yu, Ed.D., Ateneo de Manila University
Joyce Martin, PhD, English Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Mary Margaret Que, DBA, Management and Organization Department, De La Salle University
Darwin D. Yu, Ph.D, Ateneo de Manila University
Alvin Manalo Molito, Asian Theological Seminary
Verne de la Peña, PhD, UP College of Music, UP Center for Ethnomusicology
Catherine P. Vistro-Yu, Ed.D., Ateneo de Manila University
Genevieve L. Asenjo, De La Salle University-Manila
Celeste Aida Abad Jugo, PhD, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Tristan L. Piosang, teacher and National President, Junior Affiliates Board- Philippine Educational Measurement and Evaluation Association, Inc.
Sandra Nicole Roldan, Assistant Professor, College of Arts and Letters, UP Diliman
Marcial Orlando A. Balgos Jr., PhD, Assistant Professor, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Ariel Lorenzo Jose Y. Aguirre II, MD-MBA, Instructor, Department of Biology, Ateneo de Manila University
Teresa Congjuico, College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines
Cristina J. Montiel, Professor, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Jonalou Labor, Asst. Prof., University of the Philippines
Mark Joseph Calano, PhD, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Marita Concepcion Castro Guevara, PhD, Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Ateneo de Manila University
Homer Yabut, Associate Professor, De La Salle University
Nina L. Yuson, PhD, President, Museo Pambata Foundation, Inc.
Dante G. Simbulan, Jr., PhD, Professor, Department of Physiology, College of Medicine, De La Salle Health Sciences Institute
Allan Popa, Ph.D., Kagawaran ng Filipino, Ateneo de Manila University
Ma. Dinah Espartero-Asiatico, MS, De La Salle University Manila
Erika M. Carreon, Assist. Prof. Lecturer, De La Salle University
Manuel B. Dy, Jr., Ph.D., Graduate School of Business, Ateneo de Manila University
John Andrew G. Evangelista, Instructor, Department of Sociology, University of the Philippines
Roberto Conrado O. Guevara PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Devi Benedicte I. Paez, Instructor, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Jenny Llaguno, PhD, Board member, University of the Philippines Center for Women’s Studies
Ma. Celeste T. Gonzalez, EdD, Associate Professor, Education Department, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Danilo C. Israel, Ph.D., MBA, Professor and Former Senior Research Fellow, Philippine Institute for Development Studies
Jag Garcia, Assistant Professor, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Jay A. Yacat, Department of Psychology, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, University of the Philippines
Carmel V. Abao, Phd. Cand., Instructor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Efren Alverio, MA, Former Head of the Division of Philosophy, Department of Humanities, UP Los Banos
Evelyn P. Antonio, Manila Tytana Colleges
Joseph I. B. Gonzales, Ph.D., Lecturer, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Alain Bernard Andal, LPT, RPm, RGC, Registered Guidance Counselor, Holy Angel University
Fides M. Abad, Director, InfoManagement Specialists, Inc. (IMSI), Trainor, The Rizal Academy for Innovation & Leadership (TRAIL)
Rio Jessa Evelyn M. Tare, LPT, Manila Tytana Colleges-SHS Department
Antonio B. Pensader, SHS Faculty, Manila Tytana Colleges
Czarina Medina-Guce, MA, Lecturer, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria F. Mangahas, PhD, University of the Philippines, Diliman
Danielle P. Ochoa, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of the Philippines – Diliman
Mark Anthony D. Abenir, DSD, Associate Professor, University of Santo Tomas
Jose Almer T. Sanqui, Professor, Appalachian State University
Inez Ponce de Leon, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Communication, Ateneo de Manila University
Joan Y. Agdeppa, Associate Professor, National University
Benny S. Soliman, Instructor, Tarlac Agricultural University
Jennifer Monje, Assistant Professor, CHASS, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
Fernando Zialcita, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Ateneo de Manila University
Nikki Briones Carsi Cruz, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, SOH, Ateneo de Manila
Exie Abola, Assistant professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Ramon Miguel C. Samson, LL.M., Adjunct Professor of Law, Ateneo Law School
Data Tolentino-Canlas, PhD, University of the Philippines
Lorenzo Bautista, Faculty Emeritus, Asian Theological Seminary
Jeremy De Chavez, PhD, Associate Professor, De La Salle University-Manila
Bubbles Beverly Neo Asor, PhD, De La Salle University.
Ed Caligner Ph.D., RGC, Rpm, Rp., Graduate School Professor of Psychology and Counseling, Ateneo de Manila and University of Santo Tomas
Reynaldo Raluto, PhD, SThD of St. John Vianney Theological Seminary
Carmelo Callueng, PhD., Rowan University, USA
Marie Rose Henson Morales, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines Diliman.
Maria Concepcion Beltran-Montenegro, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Cristina M. Alikpala, M.A., Academic Head, School of Government; Lecturer, Economics Dept., Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Lourdes Quisumbing-Baybay, PhD, Professor, Miriam College
Anabelle Ragsag, PhD Candidate in Politics, Asia Research Centre, School of Business and Governance, Murdoch University, Australia
Edward-David E. Ruiz, Ph.D., Visiting Lecturer in Literature, Ateneo de Manila University
Marianne Rachel G. Perfecto, Associate Professor, Department of English, School of Humanities; Executive Director, Ateneo Center for English Language Teaching (ACELT), Ateneo de Manila University
Alice Ann M. Parlan, Faculty, John Gokongwei School of Management, Ateneo de Manila University
Emelyn R. Mordeno, Assistant Professor, Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology
Eric Julian Manalastas, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, University of the Philippines Diliman
Paolo Nino Valdez, Associate Professor, Department of English and Applied Linguistics, College of Education, De La Salle University
Fermin P. Manalo, Jr, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Annabel Manzanilla-Manalo, Ph.D, Asian Theological Seminary
Jason A. Baguia, Assistant Professor of Communication, College of Communication, Art, and Design, University of the Philippines Cebu
Welfredo Patungan, PhD, University of the Philippines Diliman
Fr. Rolyn Francisco, DPA, Former lecturer: UP National College of Public Administration & Governance
Judy Celine Ick, Professor, Department of English and Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines Diliman
Benjamin T. Tolosa, Jr., Ph. D., Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Gémino H Abad, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Department of English and Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines
Anna A. Mendiola, PhD, Assistant Professor Chair, Marketing & Law Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Raymond B. Aguas, Ph.D. Theology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Danilo Francisco M. Reyes, Assistant Professor, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Diana J Mendoza, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Carlo Garcia, PhD, Environmental Studies Institute, Miriam College
Cleve Kevin Robert V. Arguelles, Assistant Professor and Chair of Political Science Program, University of the Philippines Manila
Raul P. Rodriguez, Ph.D., Lecturer, Ateneo de Manila University
Rowena Palacios, Assistant Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Fritzie Ian De Vera, De La Salle University
Ma. Adeinev M. Reyes-Espiritu, MA, Lecturer, Theology Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Jeff Clyde G. Corpuz, M.A., Lecturer, Theology and Religious Education Department, De La Salle University
Jonathan Arevalo Coo, Faculty Interdisciplinary Studies Dept and European Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University; Adjunct Faculty, St Paul University Manila College of Music and the Performing Arts
Luisito C Abueg, Assistant Professor, and Practicum Coordinator, School of Economics, De La Salle University Manila
Benjamin Roberto G. Barretto, Professor of Politics and Governance, Political Science Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Margeaux Marie R. Valdez, M.A, Faculty and Deputy Program Director, University of Asia and the Pacific
Jun Elloso, SHS faculty member, De La Salle Zobel School
Pia Bagamasbad, Ph.D., Associate Professor, National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Maria Mercedes Arzadon, Assistant Professor, College of Education, University of the Philippines
Ma. Eliza S. Torres, Program Chair, Technical Communication, Mapua University
Ramon A. Alampay, PhD, Associate Professor, Asian Institute of Tourism, University of the Philippines
Victor John M. Loquias, Philosophy Department, Ateneo de Naga University
Adelaida V. Mayo, PhD. Associate Professor, University of the Philippines Diliman College of Home Economics
Mary Lou L. Alcid, Professor of Social Work, University of the Philippines Diliman
Carl Marc L. Ramota, President, All U.P. Academic Employees Union, University of the Philippines
Pat Kathlyn Dione Datul-Ramirez, MA RPm, Psychology Faculty, Assumption College-Makati
Rodolfo E. Fermin, Retired, AIM MBM 1972, MIT ChE 1964
Rolando S. Dela Cruz, Professorial Lecturer, College of Arts and Letters, University of the Philippines Diliman
Rainier V. Almazan, Associate Professor, College of Social Work & Community Development, University of the Philippines Diliman
Mr. Louie C. Montemar, Associate Professor, Department of Sociology, Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Paz Verdades M. Santos, Retired Professor, DLSU and Ateneo de Naga University
Ma. Joahna Mante-Estacio, Ph.D., Department of English and Applied Linguistics, De La Salle University
Jose Dalisay Jr., PhD, Professor, Department of English & Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines
Bonn Juego, PhD, Postdoctoral Researcher, Development & International Cooperation, Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Jyväskylä
Rose Marie Salazar-Clemeña, PhD, RP, RGC, Asst. Vice President for Academic Affairs, Head, Psychology Program, Divine Word College of Legazpi
Aries A. Arugay, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Richard R. Talento, Department of Political Science, Far Eastern University
Germelino M. Bautista PhD Professor Emeritus, Ateneo de Manila University University
Maria Cynthia Rose Bautista PhD, Professor, UP Diliman
Veronica Alporha, Department of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Jesse B. Manuta, PhD., Member, Experts Advisory Panel (EAP), Foundation for the Philippine Environment
Patricia B. Arinto, EdD, Professor, University of the Philippines – Open University
Claire Berja, University of the Philippines Manila
Annabelle C. Balor, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, University of St. La Salle
Karl Ian Uy Cheng Chua, Ph.D, Director, Japanese Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Joseph Anthony Lim, Professor at the Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Portia Placino, Instructor, Department of Art Studies, University of the Philippines, Diliman
Rubilita A. Vasco, Faculty, La Salle Greenhills
Armando M. Guidote Jr., Ph.D., Professor, Department of Chemistry School of Science and Engineering, Ateneo de Manila University
Jemy Gatdula, JSD, University of Asia and the Pacific
Katherine Claudette A. Tandoc, Assistant Professor, San Beda College Alabang
Ebinezer R. Florano, Ph.D., Director Center for Policy and Executive Development
Florante E. Delos Santos, MA – faculty of College of Arts and Science, University of Makati
Haidee Estrada, Teacher, Assumption College, Makati
Eloisa May P. Hernandez, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Art Studies, University of the Philippines Diliman
Elizabeth L. Enriquez, PhD, Professor of Broadcasting, University of the Philippines
Flordeliza F. Francisco, Assistant Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Raymond Marvic Baguilat, Guest Faculty, Ifugao State University
Mark Richardson T. Rovillos, Department of Social Sciences, Miriam College High School
John Michael A. Montelibano, MBA, Career Development Centre, University of St. La Salle
Fr. Dave D. Capucao, PhD, SThD, Faculty, Ateneo de Manila University and Saint Vincent School of Theology
Dino Carlo Saplala, Lecturer, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Joseph T. Salazar, Assistant Professor, Kagawaran ng Filipino, Ateneo de Manila University
Isabel Pefianco Martin, PhD, Chair, Department of English, Ateneo de Manila University
Proceso L. Fernandez, Jr., PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Information Systems and Computer Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Melissa R. Garabiles, PhD, RPsy, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Maricel Ibita, PhD, STD, Ateneo de Manila University
Lourdes M. Portus, PhD, College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines
Br. Iñigo Riola, FSC, President, Jaime Hilario Integrated School -La Salle
Patrick F. Campos, Assistant Professor, University of the Philippines
Karryl Mae C. Ngina, Faculty, Social Sciences Department, Benguet State University
Priscilla Angela T. Cruz, PhD, Assistant Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Chaya Ocampo Go, PhD Student, York University, Toronto Canada
Lovelyn C. Paclibar, Instructor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Erwin A. Alampay, Associate Professor, University of the Philippines
Juan Cruz, PhD, University of Aberdeen, UK
Rick Bonus, Associate Professor, University of Washington
Michael L. Tan, Professor of Anthropology and Chancellor, University of the Philippines Diliman
Kerby C. Alvarez, MA, Assistant Professor, Department of History, University of the Philippines
Christian John Boydon, Assistant Professor, College of Engineering, University of the Philippines Diliman
Fr. Rex Andrew Alarcon, Archdiocese of Caceres; Educator, Naga Parochial School
Josephine Dionisio, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of the Philippines Diliman
Cecilia Pe Lero, PhD Candidate, Department of Political Science, University of Notre Dame
Ma. Victoria R., Raquiza, PhD, Assistant Professor, National College of Public Administration and Governance, University of the Philippines
Antoinette R. Raquiza, PhD, Associate Professor, Asian Center, University of the Philippines
Fidel Nemenzo, D.Sc., Professor, Institute of Mathematics; Vice Chancellor for Research and Development, University of the Philippines Diliman
Erwin F. Rafael, Instructor, Department of Sociology of the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, University of the Philippines Diliman
Jenna Mae Atun, Lecturer, Ateneo de Manila University
Anastacio Montero-Marasigan Jr. Assistant Professor of International Studies, De La Salle University
Helen C. Romero, Marketing Director and Assistant Professor, St. Paul University Iloilo
Norlie Quesada, Assistant to VPSD for Community Engagement, Ateneo de Manila University
Gisela Luna, PhD, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Trinity University of Asia
Julian V. Advincula Jr., Assistant Professor 1, Political Science Program, Department of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Manila
Miguel Syjuco, MFA, PhD, Assistant Professor, New York University Abu Dhabi
Arlynne R. Awayan, MTM, Assistant Professor of Marketing, De La Salle University Dasmariñas
Mira Alexis P. Ofreneo, PhD, Chairperson, Department of Psychology, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University
Tesa Casal de Vela, Executive Director, Women and Gender Institute, Miriam College
Herbert S. Corpuz, Dean of Student Affairs, University of Saint Louis- Tuguegarao City
Roy Tristan Agustin, English Department, Ateneo de Manila University
Alett C. Nunez, LLM, Faculty Member, UP Department of Geodetic Engineering and DLSU Law
Maria Luisa Guinto-Adviento, PhD, RPsy, Assistant Professor, Research Director & Sport Psychologist, University of the Philippines Diliman
Rachel E. Khan, DPA, Associate Professor, University of the Philippines
Yvonne T. Chua, University of the Philippines Diliman
Ma. Paquita D. Bonnet, PhD, De La Salle University
Leticia Y. Sebrio, Retired Chairperson, Filipino Area, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Basilia E. Blay, Chairperson Mathematics Area, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Dr. Rosette Gilda C. Librea, Development Studies, Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Annelle Sabanal, PhD – Professor, Asian Theological Seminary
Wilfredo V. Alangui, PhD, Professor of Mathematics, College of Science, U.P. Baguio
Bienvenido Oplas, Jr., President, Minimal Government Thinkers, Inc.
Jean E. Franco, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines Diliman
Cielo D. Magno, PhD, Assistant Professor, UP School of Economics
Dante Gatmaytan, LL. M., Professor, UP College of Law
Engelbert Pasag, PhD, Asian Institute of Management
Maria Veronica G. Caparas, PhD, Asian Institute of Management
Aylin Bello, MA, RPsy, Psychologist, Ateneo de Manila University; Faculty, Miriam College
Merle E. Salmorin, Faculty Member, Psychology Department, San Sebastian College-Recoletos, Manila
Carla S. Siojo, Director, Office of Placement and Career Services, Ateneo de Manila University
James B. Laxa, Coordinator for Adult Faith Formation, La Sallian Pastoral Office, De La Salle University
Enrique Martinez, Operations Instructor, De La Salle University -Graduate School of Business
Merlinda Bobis, DCA, The Australian National University
Angelina P. Galang, PhD, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines
Miriam Coronel-Ferrer, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines
Peter Julian Cayton, Assistant Professor, School of Statistics, University of the Philippines Diliman
Mylene T. De Guzman, Assistant Professor, Department of Geography
University of the Philippines Diliman
Sofia Soledad DG. De Guzman, MA, Chair, Department of Arts and Humanities
Miriam College High School
Jayeel Cornelio, PhD, Director, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Anna Kristina M. Dinglasan, Senior Lecturer, International Studies Department, Miriam College
Toh Swee-Hin (S.H. Toh), PhD, Professor Emeritus, University of Alberta, Canada; Visiting Fellow, CPE, Miriam College
Virginia Cawagas, Ed.D., Adjunct Professor, University of Alberta, Canada
Marites Guingona-Africa, PhD, Faculty, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Ateneo de Manila University
Mahar K. Mangahas, PhD, President, Social Weather Stations
Cristino R. Pine, OFM, Professor, St. Vincent School of Theology -Adamson University
Jowima A. Reyes, RSW, MSW, Assistant Professor, College of Social Work and Community Development, University of the Philippines -Diliman
Stephanie Calamba, CPA, PhD, University of St. La Salle (Bacolod)
Romeo M. Dizon, Associate Professor of Biology, University of the Philippines -Baguio
Agnes D. Garciano, PhD, Associate Chair, School of Science and Engineering, Ateneo de Manila University
Prof. Nestor T. Castro, PhD, Vice Chancellor for Community Affairs, University of the Philippines Diliman
Francisco A. Magno, PhD, Director, Jesse Robredo Institute of Governance, De La Salle University
Celia M. Austria, MSc, Associate Professor of Zoology, University of the Philippines Baguio
Thelma Rivera, PhD, former Professor, Xavier University and College of Pharmacy, University of the Philippines Manila
Aaron Joseph L. Villaraza, PhD, Associate Professor, Institute of Chemistry, University of the Philippines Diliman
Aleli D. Kraft, PhD, Professor, UP School of Economics
Athena Charanne R. Presto, Instructor, Department of Sociology, University of the Philippines Diliman
Candy Maristela, Instructor, Department of Clothing, Textiles, and Interior Design, University of the Philippines Diliman
Manuel Jose Oyson, PhD, Lecturer, Central Queensland University, Australia
Christopher K. Peabody, Faculty, Department of Chemistry, Ateneo de Manila University
Deanie Lyn Ocampo, former Faculty and Research Fellow, University of the Philippines Diliman
Levy Lara Lanaria, Faculty Member, University San Carlos
Maruja M.B. Asis, Scalabrini Migration Center
Michael Henry Ll. Yusingco, LL. M, Non-Resident Research Fellow, Ateneo School of Government
Rodolfo F.G.R. Narciso, MA, Instructor, Japanese Studies Program, School of Social Sciences; Lecturer, Leadership and Strategy Department, School of Management
Gregorio E.H. del Pilar, PhD, Professor of Psychology, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, University of the Philippines Diliman
Ma. Theresa T. Payongayong, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy, CSSP, University of the Philippines Diliman
Pieter B. Pelser, PhD, Senior Lecturer, School of Biological Sciences, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
Danilo Silvestre, Associate Professor, University of the Philippines Diliman
Filipinas de Guzman, Associate Registrar, Academic Records, De La Salle -College of Saint Benilde
Josefina D. Hofileña, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of History, Ateneo de Manila University
Msgr. Ramon B. Aguilos, SThD/PhD, Faculty Member, St. John the Evangelist School of Theology
Kenneth Rey Recio, Instructor, University of the Philippines Manila
Allen A. Espinosa, PhD Candidate, University of Melbourne
Emmanuel F. Esguerra, Professor, UP School of Economics
Elyse Rafaela A. Conde, Assistant to the Secretary-General, Asian Federation Against Involuntary Disappearances
Lani A. Labrador, RSW, Program Head, BS in Social Work, Occidental Mindoro State College
Fr. Luke Moortgat, PhD, retired, De La Salle University
Kristine Muñoz, Assistant Professor, and Chairperson, Interior Design Program, Mapua University, Manila
Reuel C. Ruiz, Jr. MAE, Assistant Professor, Assumption College – San Lorenzo, Makati
Ronnel B. King, PhD, Assistant Professor, The Education University of Hong Kong
Eric Marcelo Genilo, Professor, Loyola School of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Steve R. Villacorta, Professor, University of Makati
Marilou G. Morales, Division of Humanities, University of the Philippines Visayas
Jesson V. Butcon, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Eden Regala Flores, Associate Professor, De La Salle University -Manila
Fanny A. Garcia, PhD, De La Salle University -Manila
Alona Jumaquio-Ardales, PhD, Faculty, Filipino Department, De La Salle University
Minmin Ponteras, Director, Balayan Social Development Office, University of St. La Salle, Bacolod City
Frances Kristine V. Canon, Assistant Professor, CED, De La Salle University; School Director, Creative Learning Paths School
Barbara Wong-Fernandez, PhD, Research Director, Jose Rizal University
Marlene M. De Leon, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Information Systems and Computer Science, Ateneo de Manila University
Maria Cecilia T. Medina, PhD, Assistant Professor, Asian Center, University of the Philippines
Jalton Garces Taguibao, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines
Myra Trinidad Timtiman-Tantengco, Assistant Professor, College of Education, University of the Philippines
Karina Peña, Assistant Professor, Pampanga State Agricultural University
Patrick Raymund James Garcia, PhD, Associate Professor, Australian Catholic University
Edwin M. Salonga, Lecturer, Ateneo de Manila University; Lecturer, De La Salle University
Jaime Y. Hernandez Jr., PhD, Associate Professor and Head, Structural Engineering Group, Institute of Civil Engineering, University of the Philippines Diliman
Ferdinand S. Paunil, Teacher, Philippine Science High School -CALABARZON
Virgilio Labrague Umipig, Former College Instructor, FEU Institute of Technology; Faculty Member, St. Peter the Apostle School
Emmanuel M. Luna, PhD, U.P. College of Social Work and Community Development
Maria Lorena M. Santos, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of English and Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines
Estelle Marie Ladrido, PhD, Ateneo de Manila University
Angelina P. Galang, PhD, Department of Environment, Miriam College
Renato dela Cruz, Theology Department, Miriam College
Nerissa Balce, PhD, former Lecturer, Literature Department, De La Salle University; Associate Professor, Department of Asian & Asian American Studies, State University of New York, Stony Brook
Vincent Edward R. Festin, JD, Assistant Professor, Ateneo Graduate School of Business
Glenn S. Banaguas, OYS, Outstanding Young Scientist (OYS) of the Philippines, National Academy of Science and Technology; US-ASEAN Fellow for Science and Technology, USAID Regional Development Mission for Asia (RDMA) and ASEAN
Kristoffer B. Berse, PhD, National College of Public Administration and Governance, University of the Philippines
Raquel Sison-Buban, College of Liberal Arts, De La Salle University
Reynand B. Mojica, Instructor, University of Makati
Gillian Gacuma, Project Specialist, The Philippine Star
Maria Regina Justina E. Estuar, PhD, Professor, Ateneo de Manila University
Jennifer C. Aman, Graduate Student, College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines Diliman
Flordelis J. Ejercito, PhD, College of Education Faculty Member, La Salle University Ozamiz
Judith de Guzman, Faculty, Ateneo de Manila University
Jean Lee C. Patindol, Assistant Professor, University of St. La Salle -Bacolod
Leo C. Cortes, Director, Center for Social Action, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Catherine Bantoy-Panganiban, Coordinator, Institutional Outreach Unit, Center for Social Action, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Ma. Stella B. Quintos, Director, Student Grants Office, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Ma. Lourdes S. Bautista, Professor Emerita, De La Salle University
Timothy Dacanay, Chairperson, Design Foundation Department
De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Gary G. Ador Dionisio, Chairperson, Consular and Diplomatic Affairs Program, School of Diplomacy and Governance, De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde
Jerome S. Asuncion, Full-Time College Instructor, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Rochelle Irene Lucas, PhD, Associate Professor, De La Salle University
Federico G. Villanueva Jr., PhD, Loyola School of Theology
Macy Eusebio, De La Salle University
Yasmin Ortiga, PhD, National University of Singapore
Marvin Montefrio, PhD, Yale-NUS College, Singapore
Ma. Teresa Buenaventura, De La Salle -College of Saint Benilde
Noemi Lacambacal, De La Salle -College of Saint Benilde
Eloah Anawim B. Valenciano, University of the Philippines Diliman
Sofia G. Caccam, Special Assistant for the Care for Scholars, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Maria Angeles O. Catelo, Associate Professor, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Michael Angelo Malicsi, LPT, MLdrship, Consultant, Vibal Group
Catalina M. Quiogue, Academic Service Faculty, De La Salle University, Manila
Ar. Jennifer B. Bangayan, Part-time Professor, School of Architecture, Industrial Design and Built Environment, Mapua University
Angeli Diaz, PhD, Department of Communication, De La Salle University-Manila
Daniel C Arichea Jr., Bishop (retired), United Methodist Church
Leonisa A. Mojica, PhD, Part-time Faculty, University of Sto. Tomas Graduate School
Benelyn D. Dumelod, Associate Professor, University of the Philippines Diliman
Carmelita Quebengco, PhD, Chancellor Emeritus, De La Salle University
Renato B. Lucas, PhD, Associate Professor, Conservatory of Music, University of Santo Tomas
Rafael A. Espiritu, PhD, Associate Professor, De La Salle University; Research Fellow, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
Patricia May B. Jurilla, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of English and Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines Diliman
Miguel M. Carpio, PhD, Jose Rizal University
Ver Reyes, Ph.D, RPsy, RPm, Chairperson, Teaching Psychology Special Interest Group, Psychological Association of the Philippines
Mary Donna Grace Cuenca, Ateneo de Davao University
Arvin Boller, Lecturer, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Alih Sakaluran Aiyub, Assistant Professor, College of Social Work and Community Development, Western Mindanao State University
Atty. Romeo T. Cabarde Jr., Political Science Department, Ateneo de Davao University
Leodigario M. David, PhD, Dean, Jose Rizal University
Estella Marie Gay D. Añabieza, University of Saint La Salle
Evangeline B. Enriquez, Chairperson, De La Salle -College of Saint Benilde
Jennifer B. Fabula, Chairperson, Theology-Philosophy Area, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Emily Sanchez Salcedo, Esq., Professor, Commercial Law Department, De La Salle University
Ma. Roxanne B. Ibalobor, RGC, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde and De La Salle University, Manila
Patricia Simon, MS, Assistant Professor Lecturer, De La Salle University Manila
Beverly Lorraine Ho, Department of Health
Philip L. Fuentes, Assistant Professor, Institute of Religion, University of Santo Tomas
Judith de Guzman, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Cybele Lara Abad, MD, Clinical Associate Professor, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines
Remedios Z. Miciano, Retired Professor, De La Salle University
Dena Culaba, Core Faculty, Roosevelt College
Alice Sibal-Lim, MA, Part-time Instructor, Miriam College
Rowell D. Madula, PhD, Departamento ng Filipino, De La Salle University
Charles Y. Yu, Full Professor of Medicine, De La Salle Health Sciences Institute
Ana Marie O, Fernandez, Assistant Professor (retired), English Department, School of Humanities, Ateneo de Manila University
Victoria N. Apuan, PhD, Professor, Miriam College
Alvin L. Jacob III, LPT, Faculty, Senior High School Department, San Beda College
Mercy Abad, President, Ahon sa Hirap; former President, TNS Philippines
Elias P. Patriarca Jr., University of Saint La Salle -Bacolod
Ronell Delerio, Policy Researcher, Institute for Labor Studies
Agnes S.Barsaga, Licensed Librarian, De La Salle University Manila Libraries
Dinah Roma, Professor of Literature, De La Salle University Manila
Edwin B. Odulio, Department of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University
Stephanie Ann Y. Puen, PhD Candidate, Fordham University
Mercy N. de Guia, Christian Life Education, Ateneo Senior High School
Imelda Garcia, Former Math Professor, St. Louis University, Baguio City; Math and Engineering Instructor at Prince George’s County Schools, Maryland, USA
Cherry S. Sales, Junior High School Head Teacher, Jaime Hilario Integrated School – La Salle
Sr. Marvie Misolas, M.M., Senior Lecturer, Department of Environment, Miriam College; Associate Professor, Graduate School of Environmental Management, Philippine Women’s University
Angelita Y. Gregorio -Medel, PhD, Core Faculty, Ateneo School of Government
Adelfo Briones, Faculty, Ateneo School of Government
Milwida M. Guevara, PhD, Faculty, Ateneo School of Government
Isaias B. Ubana II, PhD, Core Faculty, Ateneo School of Government
Jan Robert R. Go, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines Diliman
Rene Salvador R. San Andres, Assistant to the Vice President for Formation, Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
Emmanuel Joseph B. Solis II, MPA, Lecturer, Development Studies Program, Ateneo de Manila University
Michael David Tan Lopez, Institute of Physical Education and Athletics, University of Santo Tomas
Amado M. Mendoza, Jr., Professor of Political Science & International Studies
Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines Diliman
Ma. Teresa Wright, Assistant Professor, De La Salle University
Guadalupe Isidro, Campus Ministry Coordinator/Department of Theology, Higher Education Unit, Miriam College
Marissa C. Pascual, RGC, RPm, University Counselor, Office of Counseling and Career Services, De La Salle University
Ronaldo Mactal, PhD, Associate Professor, History Department, De La Salle University
Maria Ela L. Atienza, PhD, Professor and Chair, Department of Political Science,

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Monica Fides Amada W. Santos, Assistant Professor, Department of Anthropology
University of the Philippines Diliman
Diwa Malaya A. Quiñones, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, University of the Philippines Diliman
Janet L. Manalo, HR Director, De La Salle Health Sciences Institute
Mariano Sto. Domingo, PhD, Department of Psychology, University of Maryland
Molly Velasco-Wansom, Lecturer, Multimedia Arts, De La Salle College of Saint Benilde; Department of Fine Arts, Ateneo De Manila University
Beatrice M.V. Lapa-Yango, PhD, Full Professorial Lecturer, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Manuel Joseph C. Loquias, Associate Professor, Institute of Mathematics, University of the Philippines Diliman
Atty. Eirene Jhone E. Aguila, Professor of Law, FEU-Institute of Law
Marilyn J. Alarilla, Senior Lecturer/Consultant, School of Diplomacy and Governance, De La Salle – College of Saint Benilde; Associate Professor, HZBSIRD, Philippine Women’s University
Evelia S. Orbeta, Our Lady of Angels Seminary
Richard S. Lemence, Associate Professor, Institute of Mathematics, College of Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman
Ma. Teresa P. Quevedo, Assistant Professor, Clothing, Textiles and Interior Design, College of Home Economics, University of the Philippines
Maria Theresa de Leon, PhD, University of the Philippines Diliman
Cristina M. Bautista, PhD, Chair, Department of Economics, Ateneo de Manila University
Perry Tizon, Assistant Professor Lecturer IV, Pres. Ramon Magsaysay School of Government, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
Ann E. Dulay, Asst. Professor, ECE Department, De La Salle University
Gémino H. Abad, University Professor Emeritus, Department of English and Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines Diliman
Romulo P. Baquiran, Jr., Associate Professor, College of Arts and Letters, University of the Philippines

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