CONCERNS AND ISSUES ON
THE IRD & THE MINDANAO
CONFLICT
Chiro Youth Movement Philippines / FIMCAP Asia
Cause of the Mindanao Conflict
Some say …
We say…
Petition
against the
signing of
the MOAAD
Injustices
Cause
of the
conflict
Religion
CULTURE
OF WAR
Militarist
mindset of
the
government
Effects of the conflict
From the point
of view of
youth
movements
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Recruitment of young people in different
armed groups
Brings about anxiety and uncertainty among
the youth
Building a culture of war instead of a culture
of peace (retaliation)
Endless cycle of senseless deaths and suffering
Displaced families and communities
Impedes any chances for regional
development
The Inter-Religious Dialogue
awareness
sensitivity
promotes
democracy and
equality
promotion of
trust and respect
for diversity
a possible
solution to the
conflict situation
Concerns and Issues
At its birthing
stage in the
Philippines
Sustenance of
dialogues
Aim of the IRD
must always
be clear and
relevant
Good
mechanism and
strong support
from the
different
sectors