Philippine Media Professionals Join ASEAN Atrocity Prevention Training

ASEAN Media Training and Philippine Delegation Details

The Philippine delegation included Ludwig Federigan, a columnist for The Manila Times; professor Robbie Jan Vincent Buelo, PhD, from National University-Dasmariñas; Nasrullah Abdullah, executive director of the United Youth for Peace and Development; Greg Cahiles, news anchor for Agenda Weekend; John Marwin Elao, social media producer at Philstar.com; professor Jeremiah Opiniano, PhD, from the Department of Communication and Media Studies at the University of Santo Tomas; and Lilian Tiburcio, a reporter and producer for GMA Network Inc.

Journalism’s Role in Early Warning Systems

Participants at Chulalongkorn University joined academics, advocates, and fellow journalists from Indonesia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam. Attendees discussed how media practitioners can identify early warning signs of mass atrocities and promote responsible reporting on migration.

The discussions emphasized that ethical journalism can do more than inform the public. By documenting warning signs, challenging dehumanizing narratives, and giving vulnerable communities a voice, journalists can actively help prevent harm and promote understanding within the ASEAN region.

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where was the ASEAN media training held?

Which organization supported the regional program?

The program was supported by the Auschwitz Institute for the Prevention of Genocide and Mass Atrocities.

What was the primary focus of the sessions?

The training focused on strengthening journalism’s role in preventing mass atrocities, identifying early warning signs, countering misinformation and hate speech, and protecting migrants and vulnerable communities.