People’s initiative advocates: 8 million signatures in 3 months
Despite the Senate’s rejection, proponents of Charter change through people’s initiative are still gathering required signatures and are hoping for a plebiscite by October......»»
Comelec to PI proponents: Retrieve signatures
The Commission on Elections has asked proponents of the people’s initiative aimed at amending the 1987 Constitution to retrieve the signature sheets from the offices of the poll body......»»
Comelec: Signature drive can continue
The gathering of signatures as part of the push for a people’s initiative goes on even with the Commission on Elections suspension of all its proceedings related to the latest Charter change move......»»
PIRMA confirms coordinating with Romualdez for People s Initiative signatures
Noel Oñate, lead convenor of the group behind the “EDSA-pwera” ad, confirmed that his group met with Romualdez and House members for “help” in the signature drive to amend the 1987 Constitution......»»
EDITORIAL - Cha-cha fast break
If gathering the required number of signatures nationwide for a people’s initiative to amend the Constitution proves so easy, with the threshold allegedly already met even before the month is over and a nationwide plebiscite planned for July, the nation can be sure it will not be the last time that this mode of amending the basic law of the land will be employed......»»
People s Initiative signature drive has crossed 12% threshold, says Salceda
Salceda added that each district has already received signatures from at least 3% of their registered voters......»»
Marcos on signature drive: Up to Comelec
Signatures for a people’s initiative that were obtained in exchange for money should be invalidated by the Commission of Elections, President Marcos said yesterday......»»
Calinan District residents protest vs disguised Cha-cha
Residents from the 19 barangays in Calinan District rallied against the disguised People's Initiative for Charter Change in a protest held on January 19, 2024. Organized by the barangay captains, around 100 individuals from each barangay gathered at Rizal Park, chanting Dabawenyos are not for sale and expressing their disapproval of the alleged cash-for-signature scheme. The protest emphasized the residents' desire for fairness and a better government approach, rejecting the notion of exchanging signatures for money. Participants, including both young and old residents, voiced their opposition to the charter change, with the youth expressing concerns about power-hungry officials. Even 75-year-old Rosminda Amarilla joined the protest to question the need for change after numerous presidents have governed without such alterations. The rally, which included a motorcade and drew approximately 300 participants, received disapproval from Congressman Paolo Pulong Z. Duterte and Congressman Isidro Ungab, who alleged that the signature campaign was orchestrated by leaders of the Pwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA) Partylist. As of the latest update, PBA Representative Margarita Atty. Migs Nograles has yet to release a statement on the matter......»»
Fishers, advocates fear destruction of marine ecosystem in the name of Verde Island ‘preservation’
“The Philippines is home to the highest concentration of marine shore fish species in the world, sheltered in a marine corridor known as the Verde Island Passage (VIP). The richness of biodiversity in the VIP makes it comparable to the Amazon. This biodiversity hotspot is being imperiled by fossil gas projects of SMC." The post Fishers, advocates fear destruction of marine ecosystem in the name of Verde Island ‘preservation’ appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
USLS Communication student advocates for animal welfare
USLS Communication student advocates for animal welfare.....»»
Actors, scholars, advocates receive FDCP’s highest honor
t the Film Development Council of the Philippines' second annual "Parangal ng Sining" gathering on April 19, the national agency for film bestowed its highest honor — the Lifetime Achievement Award — upon an esteemed list of actors, scholars, and advocates championing the preservation and restoration of Philippine cinema......»»
The Hospital at Maayo advocates for Colon Cancer Awareness
The Hospital at Maayo advocates for Colon Cancer Awareness.....»»
JUSTICE
Lumad school teacher Rose Hayahay holds a photo of fellow teacher Gelejurain Ngujo II, as Lumad advocates observe the second death anniversary of the New Bataan 5 murders. Ngujo, with fellow teacher Chad Booc, health worker Elegyn Balonga, and two drivers were killed in New Bataan, Davao de Oro two years ago, as Lumad advocates hold soldiers accountable for their murders. (Kath Cortez/davaotoday.com).....»»
Filipino climate advocates urge China to lead Asia s renewable energy initiatives
Filipino climate advocates urge China to lead Asia s renewable energy initiatives.....»»
Calls for release of 24-year-old Filipino journalist, rights advocates heightened
Calls for release of 24-year-old Filipino journalist, rights advocates heightened.....»»
Noor Dubai Foundation Initiative transforms lives in Philippines through free cataract surgical caravan
DUBAI, 6th March, 2024 (WAM) -- The Noor Dubai Foundation, in cooperation with the EYE hEAR Foundation and the Department of Health, launched an initiative to provide a free Cataract Surgical Caravan in Borongan, Eastern Samar, Philippines following the successful implantation of a similar initiative in Catarman, Northern Samar in November last year.The collaborative programme reflected the UAE's commitment to m.....»»
USAID to launch $30 million initiative to boost higher education in Philippines
The US Agency for International Development is set to launch this year a $30-million initiative to help strengthen the country’s higher education system, according to the National Economic and Development Authority......»»
Why people’s initiative to amend Philippine Constitution reeks of ‘Marcosian tactics’
“Corruption & poverty are the main reasons why we lag behind economically and politically. These problems are not created by the 1987 Constitution, but by greedy politicians who control power and money for their self-interests." The post Why people’s initiative to amend Philippine Constitution reeks of ‘Marcosian tactics’ appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
[WATCH] Carpio on People’s Initiative: ‘Nothing to do with economic provisions’
'There is no law to implement the people’s initiative clause of the Constitution,' Carpio tells Rappler.....»»
Comelec dunay forms sa pag-withdraw sa people s initiative
Comelec dunay forms sa pag-withdraw sa people s initiative.....»»
Tell it to SunStar: ‘What is good?’ (CBCP statement on the people’s initiative for Charter change)
Tell it to SunStar: ‘What is good?’ (CBCP statement on the people’s initiative for Charter change).....»»