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Join us in spreading goodwill and hope during the Mindanao Week of Peace, beginning November 28! Inaugurated in 1997, the peace celebrations have become a unique tradition specific to the Mindanao people, aiming to foster a culture of peace and understanding between the diverse cultural, religious, and ethnic communities that call Mindanao home. The festivities further emphasize the collective aspiration of the region's populace for genuine, lasting peace. So let's unite, spread the message of love and unity, and make this week a beacon of hope for harmony among all communities. Embrace the peace and bask in the unity this special time promotes!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inauguration of MWoP</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Mindanao Week of Peace (MWoP) was celebrated, promoting peace and understanding among diverse communities.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Presidential Proclamation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Philippines' President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo made an official declaration reinforcing the annual observance of MWoP.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Schools Join MWoP Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Schools across Mindanao started actively participating in MWoP, including peace education and activities in their curriculum.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Local Government Support</div><div class='timeline-text'>Local government units began supporting the MWoP, passing ordinances and releasing statements of support to encourage participation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Interfaith Harmony Recognized</div><div class='timeline-text'>The MWoP positioned itself as an event to promote interfaith harmony, expanding its sphere of influence to religious communities.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Largest MWoP Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 2019 MWoP marked the largest-scale celebration to date, further cementing its importance in unifying the diverse communities of Mindanao.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create a community art project</h3><p class='facts-text'>Weave together the threads of unity by organizing a community art project. Invite friends, neighbors, and local citizens to participate. The project could be something symbolic of peace, such as a mural with doves or hands reaching out to each other. Share the message of unity and peace through creative expression.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a cultural exchange event</h3><p class='facts-text'>To acknowledge and appreciate the diverse cultural communities in Mindanao, arrange a cultural exchange event. Communities can share their unique arts, food, and practices with others, fostering better understanding and respect among different cultural groups.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize peace rallies or marches</h3><p class='facts-text'>Organizing peaceful rallies or marches is another way to commemoratively bring Mindanao's varied communities together. Participants can carry placards and banners promoting peace and unity as they march together in harmony.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Launch an online peace campaign</h3><p class='facts-text'>In this digital age, launching an online peace campaign can greatly help spread the message of unity even beyond Mindanao. Share content that promotes solidarity and understanding, featuring stories of peace and friendship among diverse communities.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Actively practice kindness</h3><p class='facts-text'>Every act of kindness contributes to peace. Make it a point to demonstrate acts of kindness throughout the week, whether that's helping a neighbor, sharing a meal, or simply showing respect and listening to others. These acts of goodwill exponentially add up to create an atmosphere of peace.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Unity and Understanding</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Mindanao Week of Peace is a time dedicated to fostering harmony among all communities within the region. This celebration strengthens cultural, religious, and ethnic ties, serving as a reflection of the unity and peace we strive for in our diverse society.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages Creative Exchanges</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The festivities during Mindanao Week of Peace offers many opportunities for creative collaboration, including community art projects and cultural exchange events. These activities not only enhance understanding among communities but also foster shared creativity and celebration.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Inspires Acts of Kindness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the central themes of the Mindanao Week of Peace is active kindness. By frequent acts of goodwill, whether it's offering a helping hand to a neighbor or treating someone to a meal, every participant can contribute to an overall atmosphere of peace and understanding. The celebration thus encourages us to be kinder in our interaction with others.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Mindanao Week of Peace has a unique theme each year</h3><p class='facts-content'>Every year, the weeklong celebration revolves around a specific theme chosen to put emphasis on the ever-changing societal and peace dynamics in Mindanao, further promoting understanding and unity among its diverse communities.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Symbolic "Mindawali" Plays a Key Role in the Celebration</h3><p class='facts-content'>The "Mindawali" - a symbol of interconnectedness - features predominantly during the celebrations. It is believed to embody the complex interplay of socio-cultural, political, and spiritual forces in Mindanao's quest for peace.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region Actively Promotes MWoP</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region, an autonomous region in Muslim Mindanao, wholeheartedly supports and promotes the MWoP, reinforcing the vital importance of peace in the region's development and growth.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The MWoP is Internationally Recognized</h3><p class='facts-content'>The MWoP has been recognized by international bodies like the United Nations and various international peacekeeping organizations, emphasizing the global relevance and impact of this locally initiated peace campaign.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Peace Torch Parade is a Hallmark MWoP Event</h3><p class='facts-content'>One of the key events during the MWoP is the Peace Torch Parade, where people march carrying peace torches to symbolize unity and the burning desire for lasting peace in Mindanao.</p></div></div>
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