No Zone of Peace without Justice Fight the Culture of Silence and Impunity against Crime Around ARMM, some schools have signages which say ZONE OF PEACE such as that in Bacolod Kalawi, Lanao del Sur and Jolo. The 7th RLA has also issued a resolution declaring Mindanao State University as a Zone of Peace which was notated by the Board of Regents . Schools and security go hand in hand because schools must be free from violence and fear. Because of several criminal incidents that have alarmed residents , the 103rd Brigade has set up an active checkpoint in major thoroughfares of Marawi. Public involvement in democratic oversight is crucial to ensure accountability and transparency across the security sector (Marina Caparini, Eden Cole) . CSOs not only have vital role to play in established democracies but in post-conflict communities where CSO activities can still affect the decision making of elites that monopolize the political process. Contributions of civil society can make security reform possible such as: - facilitating dialogues and debate on policy issues (Bayanihan; Kazalimbago Movement) - monitoring reform and policy implementation - educating politicians, policy makers and public on special issues of concern - undertaking policy relevant research - encouraging security policies that are representative of and responsive to local communities PNP Regional Director Noel Reyes who recently retired tried to push commitments from LGUs on gun-free zones, among others. In coordination with fellow Kazalimbago Movements PNP Provincial Director Nickson Muksan, Brig Commander Glenn Macasero , Mayor Fahad Salic. security is being discussed. Salic had talked with Father Chito Soganub on moves to locate the shooter of the 17-year old slain freshman KRISLAN Langcay of Surigao at MSU campus more than a week ago . Affidavits of witnesses, cases filed, NBI investigation, results as in any incidents must be demanded and exposed
Posted on: Thu, 25 Dec 2014 22:15:26 +0000