By Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, DPA Marawi City, BARMM – The Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao (IPDM), in partnership with the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Lanao del Sur, successfully celebrated World Hijab Day and World Interfaith Harmony Week. The event, marking the third year of collaboration between the two organizations, highlighted the...Read More

By Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, DPA, J.D. In a significant step towards fostering a culture of peace as part of priority agenda of MSU System President Atty. Basari Dimakuta Mapupuno, the Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao (IPDM), led by Dr. Acram Latiph, and the College of Education, headed by Dr. Minerva-Saminah M. Naga, have...Read More

A recent Shuara program at Mindanao State University (MSU), in partnership with Radyo Pilipinas Marawi, delved into the crucial role of the National Service Training Program (NSTP) and its component, the Civil Welfare Training Service (CWTS), in fostering peace and development within the university and the wider community. The program featured a discussion with Director...Read More

By Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, DPA, JD The pursuit of lasting peace and sustainable development requires more than good intentions; it demands a commitment to quality. On a recent episode of ShuaraMSU, a program of the Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao (IPDM) aired on Radyo Pilipinas Marawi, host Dr. Aliah P. Cali-Pascan and Dr....Read More

By Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, DPA, JD. The “ShuaraMSU” program, a collaborative effort between the Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao (IPDM) and Radyo Pilipinas Marawi, recently featured Prof. Melba Magandia Angni from the International Affairs and Linkages Offices (IALOs) as a guest. Hosted by Dr. Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, Peace Action Officer and Dr. Khayronesah...Read More

JD Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, DPA The Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao (IPDM) Marawi City has joined the Peace Forum organized by World Vision Philippines, a crucial platform for shaping the future of peace and development initiatives in Lanao del Sur. The Peace Forum, currently in its final phase of Project Mindanao, aims to...Read More

Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, J.D., DPA Marawi City, Philippines – Following a comprehensive strategic planning process, Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao (IPDM), Mindanao State University (MSU) Marawi City has identified a crucial need: to actively promote itself as a leading institution in peace education and research nationwide. This designation, “National Peace University,” reflects the...Read More

Marawi City, Philippines – On December 3rd, a significant event marked the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) as part of 2024 Mindanao Week of Peace. The campaign, a crucial initiative to address the pervasive issue of violence against women, brought together esteemed academics and activists, including...Read More

November 20, 2024, marked a significant event for the ASEAN Universities International Conference on Islamic Finance (AICIF) as participants embarked on a cultural tour of Marawi City, Philippines. After engaging discussions and presentations on Islamic finance, delegates took a break to experience the rich history and resilience of Marawi City. The tour aimed to showcase...Read More