Franck Dick A. Rosete is a community journalist based in Cagayan de Oro, the regional center of Northern Mindanao. His enthusiasm for writing community and people stories can be equated to an imperishable relationship, which he is abundant in, except for the romantic one.
Franck Dick A. Rosete is a community journalist based in Cagayan de Oro, the regional center of Northern Mindanao. His enthusiasm for writing community and people stories can be equated to an imperishable relationship, which he is abundant in, except for the romantic one.
The prolonged and permanent displacement, long-overdue monetary compensation, and the dire situation of displaced families reflect “the true face of Marawi’s rehabilitation.”
"Marcos is at the top, and those at the lower levels cannot be the only ones held accountable."
“Any act by law enforcement that prevents members of the press from documenting public assemblies undermines press freedom."
“It’s a confirmation of worthiness, perhaps of what we are doing."
"While every person has the right to seek legal remedies, the legal process should never be used to discourage independent journalism and reporting in the public interest."
“By sustaining this conviction, the State codifies a chilling precedent."
“No public official should threaten the life of another human being."
"The establishment of the Hands Off Mindanao Youth Activists Network is a declaration that the youth will continue to stand together in defense of our rights, our communities, and our future."
“Every abusive prosecution, every arbitrary detention, and every law misused against the press undermines not only the freedom to report but also the public’s right to access information.”
Grave threats cannot be used as justification.
The assassination threats made by Vice President Sara Duterte against high-ranking government officials were difficult to refute, as these were witnessed by the Filipino people.
The operating team allegedly destroyed their bangkaso (sacred altar), a grave violation to their culture as Indigenous peoples.
A state university and 1,500 farmers are locked in a dispute over 600 hectares of farm.
“Who would not be afraid of that situation? Is the PNP aware of DAR matters? Of course, we are just human. We felt terrified.:
"No threat will ever change our commitment to honest, responsible journalism."
"Instead of finally putting teeth into the constitutional prohibition against political dynasties, this counterfeit bill does the exact opposite."
“While many cases against human rights defenders have been dismissed for lack of evidence, it is clear that anti-terror laws are wielded by the Philippine government to silence critical voices."
The couple reportedly went to the forested area just to gather wood and sell them to buy school supplies for their children.
"The current FOI framework lacks the permanence, enforcement mechanisms, and institutional reach that only legislation can provide."
"Every time there is someone who knocks on our door, I feel nervous. If I hear some voices of men outside our home, I start to worry."
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