AUTHOR: 
Justin Ford, We are World Change

DATE PUBLISHED: March 24, 2015

KEY INFO: 
Although the video explained discrimination generally, it also includes cultural discrimination. It explains that are differences that set us apart, in race, gender, physical forms, financial background, beliefs, and cultures. Despite having differences from one another we do have one similarity, all of us are humans. So why should any of us be treated differently, even though underneath we are the same?

Here in Mindanao, we have diverse cultures, beliefs, race forms, and gender. But as I observe, we are trying to respect and understand each other's differences like in ADDU. Although all of us do not have the exact origins, genders, beliefs, cultures, and language (that we are used to using in our daily lives), we respect, try to understand, and adjust to one another, so all of us will study together comfortably and effectively. Hoping that somehow discrimination will not spread and eventually stop by doing the said actions by ourselves and sharing with others about this social issue and its solution.

AUTHOR: Patty Pasion 

DATE PUBLISHED: August 30, 2017 

KEY INFO: 
In the article, it is discussed how Muslims, specifically those from Marawi City, struggle to find employment. Because of the war that took place in their city, these Muslims are stigmatized as terrorists. They are discriminated against despite the fact that they are qualified and have the necessary education to work. They resort to traveling to Manila, where there are many prospects, because there aren't many jobs in their neighborhood. However, because of workplaces' rejecting them, they wish to work abroad.

 

The Red Flag project, which presents guidelines against discrimination against employees based on their racial or religious backgrounds, is highlighted in the article. Companies have begun and completed these guidelines. The groups are pleading with the government to invest in this initiative in an attempt to resolve the unemployment issue.

AUTHOR: Emmeline Aglipay-Villar

DATE PUBLISHED: March 1, 2022

KEY INFO: 
Women from the Philippines face discrimination because of the stereotype that men are the breadwinners of their families while women stay at home. Women were the ones who were first unemployed during the pandemic because it was assumed that they lacked the qualities needed to become money-makers and were viewed as home caregivers. Mothers and women are burdened with the heavy expectations people set for them, which takes a toll on their mental state.

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AUTHOR: UN News, 2022

DATE PUBLISHED: August 22, 2022

KEY INFO: As seen in the article, Secretary-General António Guterres of the United Nations calls for immediate action to address the cause of discrimination. He calls to promote inclusion among the people, to end discrimination among different religions. It is stated in the article that "The Strategy aims to enable the UN to respond to “the impact of hate speech on societies”, Mr. Guterres explained, by bringing individuals and groups together who have opposing views; working with traditional and social media platforms; and developing communications guidance."

AUTHOR: Channel 4 News

DATE PUBLISHED: March 3, 2022

KEY INFO:  In the video, it is showed that African students that wish to escape from the conflict at Ukraine are being racially profiled. Because of this, they face discrimination just because of their race. As seen in the video, it is shown that there are some African students that are being chased at Poland.

AUTHOR: BBC News

DATE PUBLISHED: March 10, 2017

KEY INFO: 
It shares the story of a group of Chinese students from Colombia University. They were being targeted by racist vandals who took their names off of their dorm doors, after this, they decide to protest by posting the meaning of their names on Facebook, their posts later became viral and caused a movement of people around the world also sharing the meaning of their names. This video delves into how the movement began and the circumstances that led up to the explosion of the viral Facebook movement, while also interviewing the students and getting their opinion on the whole movement.

This is still relevant in the context of our topic since the students in this video are fighting cultural discrimination and are protesting against it, their actions and movement are advocating the fight against cultural discrimination. This is also relevant to the Davao context since there are also a population of Chinese people here in Davao and they might be facing discrimination, this video might also inspire them to share their stories and advocate the fight against cultural discrimination.

AUTHOR: Ryan Thoreson

DATE PUBLISHED: June 21, 2017

KEY INFO:
In the blog, it is stated that "students who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) too often find that their schooling experience is marred by bullying, discrimination, lack of access to LGBT-related information, and in some cases, physical or sexual assault." It shows us that those in the LGBTQ+ spectrum are often discriminated for who they are as people at their schools, which is supposed to be a safe haven for students who wish to learn. The blog also shows us the perspectives of the students affected, and how it affected their lives. 

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Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture

AUTHOR: Amber Cabral

DATE PUBLISHED: January 26, 2021

KEY INFO: 
This podcast, "Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture," conveys an indicative and practical message about inclusion and diversity in everyday life. Amber Cabral, a celebrated inclusion strategist, speaker, and writer, guides listeners on how to prevent discriminatory/unjust behaviors and establish support to build meaningful connections in this diverse society. Furthermore, this awakens our perspectives to see through each individuality that changes one perception of life. 

AUTHOR: International Labour Organization

DATE PUBLISHED:  August 9, 2019

KEY INFO: 
Mindanao is home to many indigenous tribes. This documentary explores the unjust experiences of our fellow Pilipino tribe men that awaken the significance of the rights of each individual where discrimination still exists in terms of their culture, beliefs, and status. Furthermore, this highlights the advocacy of the ILO to protect indigenous peoples' rights in the Philippines and support the implementation of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act or IPRA, and promote the ratification of the Indigenous and Tribal Peoples Convention, 1989 (No.169) that addresses the issues that IP's currently facing within our society.

The documentary "Protecting indigenous peoples' rights in the Philippines" aligns with our aim to advocate against discrimination within our community, fight for individual rights, and address/reduce inequality to have a harmonious life. Similar to this approach, we'll use any possible means to advocate the knowledge of the rights of each individual, awaken their hearts, and broaden their perspective not only to understand but to accept individuality through media.

AUTHOR: Seconde Nimenya, Tedx Talks

DATE PUBLISHED: December 24, 2016

KEY INFO: 
In this Ted Talk, Seconde 
Nimenya recalls her experiences with hiding her past, facing adversities, and eventually using the similarities of people around the world to bridge the things that separate us. She talks about the lessons that she has learned by going through all these experiences, and she then talks about how the fear of differences is affecting the youth. She then discusses ways that we can use our similarities to bridge the gaps that were created by our differences.

This is relevant to our topic since Seconde Nimenya is advocating for bridging the gaps between races and cultures, and this coincides with the overall message and topic that we have. Her Ted Talk could inspire those who are facing similar adversities to spread love and make bridges instead of hating and taking revenge.