Rohaniza M. Sumndad's Blog (4)

I would like to share my “motto” with everyone, especially with Mindanaoans who should be caretakers of our own communities. I call it “BRAVO scheme”: Breaking the barriers between different religions and cultures especially between Muslims and Christians, be the Voice of the people of Mindanao and create Opportunities to develop the resources in Mindanao and give the people the kind of life that they deserve. I always say that “Each one of us can make a contribution to peace-building. Quite oft… Continue

Mindanao is my homeland. Its unsurpassable beauty of lush farm fields, mineral resources, crystal clear water and a wide spectrum of tribes, cultures and languages make it one of the most fascinating places in Southeast Asia. Tragically, poverty, corruption and violence have robbed our futures. It is the stunning wealth of this land that has led to decades of conflict, pitting family against family, clan against clan and Muslim versus Christian: It is my ties to this land and its people that hav… Continue

Building Peace By Fighting Hunger © Asia America Initiative On August 11, 2008 the elections in the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao were overshadowed by breakdown of peace talks regarding the four decade-long conflict in the southern Philippines. Renewed fighting between government forces and Muslim rebels, particularly in the Maguindanao area led to some 130,000 people fleeing their homes. The new Secretary General of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations [ASEAN], former Thai Foreig… Continue

About the Writer ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Honey as she is fondly called is currently the Philippines Country Director and Coordinator for Asia America Initiative, a non-profit organization pursuing and contributing for peace and development in Mindanao. Her advocacy goes beyond her work in AAI. She is an active alumnus of the Ayala Young Leaders Alliance. Also one of the Founding Members of the Active Catal… Continue