Addu Advocacy

Three Ateneos in Mindanao are saying "peace is a bridge—neglect it, and it falls. Now is the time to stand guard, act with urgency, and keep the promise of Bangsamoro peace alive."

STRONGER FOR TRUTH, STRONGER FOR DEMOCRACY
Statement Of Ateneo De Davao University on EDSA @40

As Ateneo de Davao University marks the 40th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution, we affirm that democracy responsibility is more than just a memory. In Mindanao—where communities continue to face poverty, conflict, and exclusion—the struggle for freedom and dignity remains urgent. EDSA reminds us that faith, conscience, and collective action can overcome fear and abuse of power.

As Fortiores 2030, ADDU’s strategic plan for justice, participation, and human dignity, begins to take shape, we commit ourselves to forming citizens and leaders who defend truth, uphold human rights, and reject corruption and historical distortion. Democracy is sustained only through vigilance, ethical leadership, and active participation—values that must be lived in our classrooms, our communities, and our public life.

EDSA is an unfinished movement. To honor it today is to resist authoritarianism, protect civic space, and work for justice and peace in Mindanao and the whole country. Ateneo de Davao stands with the Filipino people in building a future grounded in dignity, accountability, and the common good.

March 8 is International Women's Day!

On International Women’s Day, we honor the courage of women who organize, lead, nurture, resist, and transform communities every single day. From classrooms to courtrooms, from homes to halls of power—women continue to demand equality not as a favor, but as a right.

Advocacy for women’s rights means confronting violence, closing gaps in opportunity, ensuring safe spaces, and amplifying voices long silenced.

Gender equality is not optional. It is justice. It is democracy. It is human dignity in action.

On February 20, we mark the World Day of Social Justice — a reminder that justice is not charity, not convenience, and not optional. It is a duty.

Social justice means closing the gaps, amplifying voices from the margins, and building systems that are fair, accountable, and humane. From classrooms to communities, from policy work to people’s struggles — the work continues. ✊

January 24 | International Day of Education

From Ateneo de Davao University, we affirm that education is not neutral—it is a powerful act of justice. We commit to forming minds and hearts that defend human dignity, protect our common home, and stand with the marginalized. Education must not only prepare students for work, but empower citizens to transform society.

Fortiores 2030-ready 12-point Advocacy Agenda of Ateneo de Davao University

Ateneo de Davao remembers December 9 — International Anti-Corruption Day.

Hindi pa kami nakakalimot. Lalo na ngayon, sa gitna ng iskandalo sa mga flood control projects na dapat sana’y nagligtas ng buhay, hindi nagpayaman ng iilan.

Ang kurakot ay hindi aksidente—ito ay krimen. Pananagutan ang hinihingi, hindi palusot. Mga kurakot, ikulong na ’yan. Tama na ang pagnanakaw sa bayan.

December 1 is World AIDS Day.

Today, we honor lives, fight stigma, and reaffirm our commitment to collective action—to sustain and accelerate progress in the fight against HIV.

Let’s continue raising awareness, supporting communities, and advocating for accessible healthcare for all. ❤️🕯️🌍

To confirm your attendance, please RSVP by October 23, 2025 through this link: https://tinyurl.com/KASMidtermBB1.

We’re delighted to invite you to an event that continues our exploration of digital politics and democracy: a brown bag session on Campaign Narratives on Social Media.

The Ateneo School of Government, in partnership with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS), invites your institution and its students to take part in an online session titled “From Scrolling to Voting: Understanding the Social Media Campaign Narratives that Shaped the 2025 Midterm Elections.” The session will be held on October 29, 2025 (Wednesday), from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NN via Zoom.

This session will unpack the key narratives, emotional appeals, and engagement strategies that surfaced on social media during the 2025 midterm campaigns. It will also explore how these narratives influenced voter behavior and what they reveal about the future of democracy online.
We would be honored to have you join us for this insightful discussion bridging communication, political behavior, and digital democracy.

🌊Counting the Cost: Corruption and the Case for Integrity 🌊

Join us for a timely and urgent conversation on corruption and the challenge to good governance this October 4, 2025 (1:00–5:00 PM) at the Bapa Benny Auditorium, Ateneo de Davao University.

🎤 Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jennifer “Apple” S. Oreta, Dean, ASOG-ADMU

Let’s reflect, dialogue, and take action together for a future where accountability and integrity flow freely—like a river that sustains life.

📌 Register here: https://forms.gle/WHmz6z95by7zNqZVA