IMPASUG-ONG, Bukidnon, Nov. 11 - To create awareness on the importance of education and children's rights, the Municipal Government of Cabanglasan and the 8th Infantry Battalion of the 4th Infantry Division, Philippine Army, held a dialogue with 50 children from Sitio Calacapan, Barangay Canangaan, Cabanglasan on November 9.
These children were believed to be affected by the exploitation of the New People's Army (NPA).
Sitio Calacapan was identified by the security forces as the supply route of the NPA and sometimes a resting place.
During the dialogue, Mayor Reynante Inocando underscored the importance of education to the IP children and encouraged them to go to school.
“You all have the right to attend school, there are many IPs who have already graduated and are performing well. I want you to be one of them someday,” he said.
Inocando, who also led the distribution of foodstuff, explained the role of the security forces. "They are our soldiers and our defenders from any threats, do not be scared because they are here to protect us.”
On the part of Philippine Army, the 8th Infantry Battalion promoted the Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) of the government to the communities. The program is intended to help NPA members who want to surrender and once again go back to mainstream society.
Parents and elders also attended the dialogue.
Meanwhile, the municipal government of Cabanglasan and the 8th Infantry Battalion will continue its strong partnership to improve the plight of its vulnerable constituents especially the children in whose hands lie the future of the country. (8th IBn/PA)
Source: 8th Infantry Battalioon, Philippine Army
https://pia.gov.ph/news/articles/1030089
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