Mediators Network for Sustainable Peace, Inc.

23/12/2025

Dear MedNet Community:

As 2025 comes to an end, I extend my sincere thanks to all of you: our Board of Trustees, Executive Director and staff, members, trainers, mentors, donors, and partners in the government and private sector.

Despite various internal and external challenges, our team rose to the occasion in 2025. We successfully conducted several trainings with our partners, published our Mediator magazine, and held a joint national conference with the Office of the Alternative Dispute Resolution (OADR).

We also held regular Board of Trustees (BOT) meetings and consultations with our communities. We also touched base with our partner Misereor, through its international and local representatives, and renewed our mutual commitment.

We look forward to the opportunities and possibilities that 2026 will bring. We will continue to work with our stakeholders to forge more collaboration and create greater impact.

We wish you all a Meaningful Christmas and a Peaceful New Year!

From: Atty. Allan Barcena, President

28/06/2025

“Ransomed by Love” is more than just a memoir; it serves as a call to action for readers to embrace love, resilience, and advocacy in their own lives. La Viña encourages individuals to reflect on their values and consider how they can contribute positively to society.

“Ransomed by Love” is more than just a memoir; it serves as a call to action for readers to embrace love, resilience, and advocacy in their own lives. La Viña encourages individuals to reflect on their values and consider how they can contribute positively to society.

26/06/2025

By consistently practicing these seven non-violent communication steps, you'll unlock a new level of empathy, understanding, and connection in every interaction. Start today, and witness the transformative power of mindful, compassionate communication.

Ready to revolutionize your relationships? By consistently practicing these seven NVC steps, you'll unlock a new level of empathy, understanding, and connection in every interaction. Start today, and witness the transformative power of mindful, compassionate communication. After all, as NVC reminds....

25/06/2025

Resolving the boundary conflict in Barangay Jonob-Jonob is not merely about settling a localized dispute; it's about reaffirming the principles of agrarian reform, fostering equitable land distribution, and promoting sustainable agricultural development.

Resolving the boundary conflict in Barangay Jonob-Jonob is not merely about settling a localized dispute; it's about reaffirming the principles of agrarian reform, fostering equitable land distribution, and promoting sustainable agricultural development.

25/06/2025

“Harmony and Strategic Innovations in Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution” resonated deeply with me. The sessions of the 6th Asian Mediation Association Conference were designed to spark dialogue, inspire new thinking, and facilitate the sharing of insights on various facets of mediation and alternative dispute resolution.

“Harmony and Strategic Innovations in Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution,” resonated deeply with me. The sessions were designed to spark dialogue, inspire new thinking, and facilitate the sharing of insights on various facets of mediation and ADR.

19/06/2025

In the bustling heart of Quezon City, where the urban landscape is constantly evolving, a significant infrastructure project looms on the horizon—the NLEX 8.2 Segment Project.

This conflict map report delves into the complexities surrounding this project, focusing on the security of tenure issues faced by the affected residents and the broader implications for their community.

This conflict map report delves into the complexities surrounding this project, focusing on the security of tenure issues faced by the affected residents and the broader implications for their community.

17/06/2025

Dive into the latest issue of The Mediator, the official magazine of Mediators Network for Sustainable Peace, Inc. Discover real stories, expert insights, and practical tools on mediation—from conflict mapping to nonviolent communication. Together, let’s build bridges, promote justice, and find common ground for a more peaceful Philippines.

To get an e-copy, register here: https://bit.ly/MagazineRegistration

11/06/2025

Sa pagdiriwang ng Araw ng Kalayaan, sama-sama nating itaguyod ang diwa ng pagkakaisa, kapayapaan at pag-asa para sa bawat Pilipino. Sa Mediators Network for Sustainable Peace, Inc., patuloy kaming nagsusulong ng diyalogo at pagkakaunawaan bilang susi sa tunay na kalayaan at kapayapaan.

05/06/2025

Eid al-Adha Mubarak from MedNet! May this blessed season inspire compassion, unity, and lasting peace in our communities and beyond.

24/02/2025

The EDSA People Power Revolution on February 22-25, 1986 stands as a testament to the power of peaceful resistance, successfully averting bloodshed between the military and protesters. Millions of Filipinos formed human barricades on Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), preventing troop movements and potential clashes. The non-violent approach, strengthened by prayers and acts of goodwill, helped to sway many in the military to defect or stand down. This civil resistance effectively neutralized the Marcos regime's capacity for violent repression, demonstrating that the people united could restore democracy.