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Spanish colonization in the Philippines brought not only political, economic, and cultural control but also an inexorable push for religious conversion. Catholicism was used by Spanish conquistadors to seize and control the beliefs of the people, disrupting indigenous belief systems and imposing foreign practices.
During the Filipino people’s daily commutes, we often encounter the bustling sounds of the road—crowds of people waiting under shelters, vehicles caught in traffic, and individuals trying to flag down an endless stream of passing mobiles. Yet, amidst all this,...
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Written by: Dimple Paz | Edited by: Jovie Galit During World War II, Japanese troops forcibly took thousands of women from the Philippines, China, the Netherlands, Japan, Korea, Indonesia, East Timor, New Guinea, and other countries, subjecting them to sexual...
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Photo Credit: Vera Files All around the world, individuals and organizations celebrate Disability Pride Month every July. Disability Pride Month is more than a celebration; it's a movement. It aims to reshape societal perceptions of disabilities, emphasizing that individuals with...
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Written by Bahaghari Philippines, in collaboration with Pinay Collection | Photo by Open Table MCC Stonewall Riots: Roots of Pride The Stonewall Riots, which began in the early hours of June 28, 1969, were a series of spontaneous demonstrations by...
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