23/06/2026
๐๐๐ผ๐ฟ | ๐๐๐๐๐พ๐๐ผ๐ ๐๐๐ผ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐พ๐ผ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ ๐พ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐๐๐ ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐๐พ๐ผ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐พ๐๐๐ฝ๐ผ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐พ๐๐ฟ๐๐๐
The Caraga Children Advocates Network (C.A.N) expresses its profound concern over the recent shooting incident in Tacloban City. We extend our sympathies to the victims, their families, and all individuals affected by this tragic event. Incidents of violence involving children and youth warrant a comprehensive response that upholds accountability, public safety, and the rule of law, while also examining the underlying factors that contribute to such occurrences. As conversations surrounding this incident continue, we urge the public and policymakers to engage in discussions that are evidence based, child sensitive, and responsive to the realities faced by children, youth, and communities today.
The incident also calls attention to the importance of strengthening child protection systems, mental health and psychosocial support services, family based interventions, educational support mechanisms, and community level prevention efforts. Addressing child and youth involvement in violence requires a comprehensive understanding of the social, economic, and environmental conditions that may increase vulnerability and place them at greater risk of conflict with the law. The organization remains committed to supporting initiatives that advance the rights, welfare, protection, participation, and holistic development of children, while contributing to safer and more inclusive communities.
