18/08/2026
Eternal rest grant unto the souls of the departed, O Lord. And may your perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace.
And we also pray for their families and friends, and for the ADZU community.
CEAP expresses its deepest sorrow over the tragic shooting incident at Ateneo de Zamboanga University.
At this painful moment, we ask everyone to respond with sensitivity, compassion, and restraint, remembering that behind every report, photograph, or social media post are students, families, teachers, and a community experiencing profound grief and shock.
We urge the public to refrain from speculation, unverified information, sensationalized commentary, and the unnecessary sharing of images or details that may further wound those affected.
Let our words and actions protect the dignity and privacy of the victims and their families, while allowing authorities and the school community the space toestablish the facts and respond appropriately.
May this tragedy awaken in all of us a deeper commitment to making every school a place of safety, care, vigilance, and peace, where the protection of every child and every member of the school community remains a shared moral responsibility.