Aliah Pacalna Cali-Pascan, DPA, JD, Sh.L MARAWI CITY, Philippines – June 13, 2025 – Listeners of Radyo Pilipinas Marawi were treated to an insightful discussion today on the program ShuaraMSU, as Dr. Aliah Pacalna Cali-Pascan and Dr. Khayronesah Abbas hosted Prof. Jalloud Abdul, the esteemed Chairperson of Mindanao State University’s (MSU) International Relations (IR) Department....Read More

Dr. Aliah Pacalna Cali-Pascan, JD, Sh.C We’re proud to share that our very own Executive Director, Dr. Acram Latiph, was a distinguished panel discussant at the recent Transitional Justice and Reconciliation (TJR) Conference held in Davao City. Dr. Latiph delivered an insightful discussion on a crucial topic: “Bridging Knowledge and Justice: The Academe’s Role in...Read More

Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, DPA, JD Mindanao State University– The Ramadhan Muhadarah series, a beacon of spiritual enlightenment throughout the holy month, concluded with a powerful closing session that resonated deeply with attendees. The event, held on the final Thursday of Ramadhan, focused on the crucial themes of “Deen Over Dunya,” Qiyamul Layl, Zakatul Fitr, Eid-ul-Fitr,...Read More

Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, DPA, JD Marawi City, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao – As the blessed month of Ramadhan graces us with its presence, a beacon of spiritual enlightenment shone brightly at the MSU-Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao (MSU-IPDM) Convergence Hall on March 20, 2025. The Ramadhan Weekly Islamic Seminar (Muhadara), organized...Read More

Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, DPA, JD Marawi City, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao – March 18, 2025 – A significant step towards interreligious understanding and peacebuilding was taken yesterday as four seminarians from St. John Vianney Theological Seminary of Cagayan de Oro City visited the Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao (IPDM) Marawi Campus....Read More

By Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, DPA, JD In celebration of March as Arts Month, #ShuaraMSU, in partnership with Radyo Pilipinas Marawi, recently hosted a powerful discussion on the vital role of arts in peacebuilding and development. The program featured insightful conversations with Harisanie D. Lomondot, Grand Artist (President) 2025, and Fayda M. Corobong, Former President 2024...Read More

By Aliah P. Cali-Pascan, DPA, JD The pursuit of lasting peace and sustainable development requires more than good intentions; it demands a commitment to quality. On a recent episode of ShuaraMSU, a program of the Institute for Peace and Development in Mindanao (IPDM) aired on Radyo Pilipinas Marawi, host Dr. Aliah P. Cali-Pascan and Dr....Read More

Mindanao State University-Main Campus in Marawi City launched the international 18-day campaign to end violence against women (VAW) this morning, November 25, 2024, after the campus flag ceremony. The campaign aims to raise awareness and encourage participation across all academic, semi-academic, and administrative units. This morning’s event included the presentation of the campaign rationale by...Read More