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First Peace and Human Rights Training Workshop and Dialogue with Refugees in the Philippines
In partnership with the Center for Transformative Education of the Faculty of Behavioral and Social Sciences (FBeSS-CTE), Philippine Normal University (PNU) – Manila, and the Philippine Arab Cooperation Council, Inc. (PACCI)
Audio-Visual Theatre, 4th Floor, Edilberto P. Dagot Hall, PNU
November 3–4, 2025
The First Peace and Human Rights Training Workshop and Dialogue with Refugees in the Philippines was successfully held on November 3–4, 2025, at the Audio-Visual Theatre of the Philippine Normal University. The event brought together 18 refugees and rights holders, members of the PACCI Management Committee, 25 students and organizers from the Center for Transformative Education, and four representatives from Community and Family Services International (CFSI).
The activity seeks to strengthen teacher, and community capacities in human rights, peacebuilding, and inclusive education. The objectives are the following:
Clarify the refugee protection and framework in the Philippines, including Refugee Status Determination (RSD). Complementary protection, and situate it within international human rights standards.
Surface experiences of refugee education, work, safety and community life via facilitated dialogue (story circles and testimonies)
Identify policy and implementation gaps and agree on concrete commitments by agencies, schools and CSO’s for collaborative follow-through.
Strengthen partnership among PNU, PACCI, Commission on Human Rights (CHR), United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Department of Justice -Refugees and Stateless Persons Protection Unit DOJ-RSPPU, Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity OPAPPRU, Local Government Units LGU’s schools and refugee led groups for sustained action.
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VISION
Our unwavering vision is to witness every member of the Arab Community and Refugees and Asylum Seekers from all nationalities, religions, and races in the Philippines not just survive, but thrive with unyielding independence and financial freedom.
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MISSION
Our mission is to be the voice of the refugees by offering support, fostering community, and living by the golden rule. We aim to understand and alleviate suffering, improve lives through effective communication, and provide the moral support needed for refugees to thrive.
GOALS
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Continuously seek ways to enhance the well-being and future prospects of refugees through education, employment opportunities, and social integration programs.
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Offer essential services and resources to help refugees navigate their new environments and rebuild their lives.
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Create a strong, supportive community where refugees can connect, share experiences, and find a sense of belonging.
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Encourage and model behavior that reflects treating others as we wish to be treated, fostering empathy and respect.
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Develop and implement effective communication strategies to better understand and address the needs of refugees.
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Gain deep insights into the challenges and suffering of refugees and work tirelessly to provide solutions that improve their quality of life.
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Offer emotional and psychological support to help refugees cope with the loss and trauma they have experienced.
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