Mindanao Commission on Women121 University Avenue, Juna Subdivision

Matina, Davao City, PHILIPPINES

20052003

Buliok War in North Cotabato1st Mindanao Young Women

Leaders Congress

Mothers for Peace campaign

YOUNG

WOMEN?

“Another Mindanao is Possible!”

M4P: a national movement for peace in Mindanao

20082007

MYWLF facilitated the organization of Youth Peace

Circles in Regions IX, XII, and ARMM

Widening of YPCs in Regions X, XI, and Caraga

STRUCTUREYouth for Peace is an

organization of Peace Circles

7-15 youth members18-35 years

formed by integrating or organizing

PEACE CIRCLE

a place for sharing talents, blessings and works so that our schools and communities may

be places of healing and peace

PEACE CIRCLE

brings people together to express hope through music, art, and prayer creating new and exciting

pathways for positive change

CREDOI am a peaceful soul.

Peace is my innate quality as it is of all human beings.

I affirm the uniqueness and goodness of every individual and group and regard diversity as a

resource for enriching humanity.

The world is a place of abundance.There is enough for everybody, so life must be a

celebration of giving.

CREDOBelieving that as we sow, so we shall reap,

I sow only the best seeds to add quality to human life as God’s faithful servant.

Peacemaking starts with me.I radiate this peace out to my family, school, community,

country, and the rest of the world.

I reject all forms of violence.

I am a youth for peace.

PRINCIPLES1. Respect for all creation2. Interconnectedness3. Multiculturalism4. Solidarity5. Abundance consciousness6. Win-win consciousness7. Humility8. Integrity9. Commitment10.Silence

REFLECTIONS

Day 1: I respect myself, affirm others and avoid uncaring criticism, hateful words, physical attacks and blame.

Day 2: I share my feelings honestly, while looking for safe ways to express my hurt and anger. And I listen to what others have to say.

Day 3: I apologize and make amends when I have hurt another. I forgive others and keep from holding grudges.

REFLECTIONS

Day 4: I treat the environment and all living things, with respect and care, and promote environmental concern.

Day 5: I play creatively, encouraging games that support good values and discouraging activities that promote violence.

Day 6: I am courageous. I prevent, resolve, and contain violence whenever I encounter it.

SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES

• Celebrating women’s creativity on International Women’s Day (March 8)

• Fast for Peace during Holy Week (March or April)• International Youth Day (August 12)• Wearing Blue for Peace on International Day of

Peace (September 21)• Million Thoughts and Acts (TAPs) for Peace during

Mindanao Week of Peace (November or December)

• Green House Campaign

SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES

Other Activities

Peer supportPeer mentoringCoaching

Region IX and ARMM IslandYPCs orientationThird SideSupport to ACGLeadership enhancement trainingFeeding programSports

Region XYouth campClean up driveRelief operationsFun runTeaching sports to childrenTarp on trafficking

Region XIYPCs orientationThird Side trainingAnti-corruption campaignGAD orientation

Region XIIYPCs orientationTree planting

CaragaYPCs orientationDrug symposiumAnti-corruption campaignGAD orientation

core values.positive change.