Voices from Bukidnon: Laang Kawal ng Pilipinas Party List Unites with IP Leaders and ROTC Cadets in Malaybalay.

MALAYBALAY, BUKIDNON, April 14, 2025 - The three official nominees of Laang Kawal ng Pilipinas Party List held a meaningful consultative meeting with members of the Indigenous Cultural Communities (ICCs) of Bukidnon and Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) cadets, reinforcing their commitment to inclusive public service and grassroots engagement.
Led by LtCol. Bob Almario PA (Res), together with Col. Noel Detoyato PA (Ret) and LtCol. Jannette Chavez-Arceo PA (Res), the dialogue provided a space for open discussions on the unique needs, challenges, and aspirations of Indigenous peoples and youth in uniform.
The consultation highlighted concerns on ancestral domain protection, access to basic services, peace, and security in upland areas, as well as the importance of leadership training and civic discipline among the youth.
"We came not just to share our vision, but to listen-to truly understand the concerns of the people we aim to serve in Congress," said LtCol. Almario (Res). "Our IP brothers and sisters and our youth in uniform are vital partners in building a resilient, empowered nation."
LtCol. Chavez-Arceo (Res) added, "Napakahalaga ng papel ng kababaihan, kabataan, at mga katutubo sa pagbabago ng lipunan. Dito sa Bukidnon, mulat na mulat kami sa mga panawagan nila: seguridad, edukasyon, at respeto sa kanilang kultura," emphasizing that everyone has the right to be heard, protected, and empowered.
The Laang Kawal Party List, which advocates for citizen soldiers, reservists, uniformed service volunteers, civilian volunteer organizations, and force multipliers continues to push for policies that uplift the lives of those who serve and protect the nation-whether in the mountains or in times of national crisis.
As Col. Detoyato (Ret) asserted, "Ang ating mga kapatid na katutubo at mga kabataang ROTC cadets ay mahalagang haligi ng bayan. Ang layunin namin sa Laang Kawal ay simple-isang gobyernong marunong makinig, kumilos, at magmalasakit."
This consultative meeting marks another step in Laang Kawal's campaign to ensure that all sectors, especially those often overlooked, are given a voice in policy-making and nation-building.
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