Mindanao

Muslim Groups Seek to Mediate in Mindanao Crisis

NGO representatives and religious figures are calling for both sides in conflict to hold further peace talks.

Mindanao: “Children of War” Face Uncertain Fate

With little sign of peace in Mindanao, the lives of its child refugees are being irrevocably damaged.

Philippines: Army's Human Rights PR Unconvincing

Manila Faces Street-Dwellers Dilemma

Municipal officials and NGOs struggle to resolve the capital’s homelessness problem.

Local Communities Push for Peace Zones

Peace-building efforts by communities are becoming increasingly important as the army and MILF renew hostilities.

Lumad Demand Self-Determination

Indigenous people in south Philippines want protection of their rights enshrined in any future peace agreement.

Authorities Urged to End Mindanao Fighting

With thousands displaced, religious and civil groups urge government to resolve conflict peacefully.

Evacuees Face Growing Hunger and Anxiety

As clashes in southern Philippines continue, refugees stuck in camps lack food, water and psychological support.

Life Goes On for Cotabato Displaced

Many refugees too scared to return home try to make a living inside camps.

Manila Muslims Face Kidnap Threat

Mindanao Muslims who head north in search of better life targeted by renegade police officers.