CATBALOGAN CITY, Samar, Dec. 9
(PNA) –The 8th Infantry Division (8th ID), Philippine Army joined on Tuesday
the commemoration of the National Human Rights Consciousness Week.
The celebration anchored on the
theme: “Karapatang Pantao: Igalang, Ipagtanggol, at Isakatuparan” was
spearheaded by Major Gen. Jet B. Velarmino 8th ID commander.
It was attended by the officers,
enlisted personnel and civilian employees of the Command.
Brig. Gen. Demy Tejares, assistant
division commander, 8ID, PA as Human Rights Officer, led the troops in the
reading of Panata sa Karapatang Pantao during the program.
“As we pursue our sincere
commitment, I am very aware and respectful of the role of every “Stormtroopers”
to the society and various stakeholders’ effort to broaden people’s awareness
on their human rights,” Maj. Gen. Jet B. Velarmino said.
“It is our duty and mandate to
protect and put an end to this impunity and cultivate a culture of respect to
human rights in all levels of our Command,” Velarmino added. (PNA)
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