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Coverage of the BBL (7-14 April 2015): Bias and Prejudice against Bangsamoro

FORM APRIL 7 to April 14, the Center for Media Freedom & Responsibility (CMFR) recorded 71 reports in three major newspapers in the country (Manila Bulletin, Philippine Daily Inquirer and... Read more

At Large: Women’s voices and ‘dignity kits’

A common voice also allows women in conflict-affected areas to embark on actions, confident that they have the mandate of their peers and neighbors. The media, too, have a... Read more

[SPECIAL REPORT] The women in the Bangsamoro peace process: history, herstory

When the history of the peace process between the Philippine government (GPH) and the Bangsamoro is written, the story of the women who helped and are helping make it... Read more

The Women’s ‘Peace Table’

“If given the chance, we plan to consult all the women in our community on how they can improve their families’ economic status. But we don’t know how and... Read more

Inaccurate and uncorroborated

JEERS TO the Philippine Daily Inquirer for an inaccurate report full of misleading information on a study of the conflict in Mindanao (“World Bank: BBL can’t ensure peace, new... Read more

A unity call for peace

CHEERS TO the Manila Bulletin for focusing on an underrepresented sector in the BBL discussions severely affected by the continuing clashes: the farmers in the region. Read more

Women and the Bangsamoro Basic Law: Asking the hard questions

What will women gain from the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL)? Will it put an end to child marriages that hinder girls from exploring options other than keeping house and... Read more

From history’s lens

CHEERS TO the Philippine Daily Inquirer for providing the historical context to help readers understand the Bangsamoro political entity issue, in light of the discussions on the Bangsamoro Basic... Read more

Spotlight on the invisible

Cheers to the Philippine Daily Inquirer for its two-part special on indigenous peoples in Mindanao and their plea to have their voices heard in the deliberations over the Bangsamoro... Read more

Media coverage of the Mamasapano Clash: Unethical, inflammatory and sensationalized

Misinformation and even disinformation, sensationalism, as well as lack of context characterized the coverage — the kind of reporting that for its ethical lapses inflames an already volatile situation... Read more