The “Conversations in Philippine Politics and Citizenship” is a series of talks and interviews organized by the Department of Political Science, School of Social Sciences, Ateneo de Manila University, where invited resource speakers, teachers, and students come together to discuss issues related to democracy, governance, and citizenship.
Session 1: “Dismantling Dynasties: The Battle for a New Brand of Politics,”
Tuesday, 22 February 2022, 5:00-6:30 PM (via Zoom)
Guest Speakers:
Ms. Maria Victoria “Mags” Z. Maglana, Congressional Candidate, 1st District of Davao City
Dr. Julio C. Teehankee, Professor of Political Science and International Studies, De La Salle University
Reactors:
Ms. Robyn Louise S. Dy
Ms. Karlene Maye B. Gamez
Administrative Officers II, Office of the City Administrator - Office of the Mayor, City of Pasig
Hosted by: Mr. Oliver John Quintana, Instructor, Department of Political Science
Session 2: “When Women Lead: Social Change through Women-led Organizations”
In partnership with the University Gender and Development Office (UGDO), Ateneo de Manila University
Tuesday, 15 March 2022, 5:00-6:30 PM (via Zoom)
Guest Speakers:
Hon. Trina Alejandra Q. Firmalo-Fabic, Mayor, Municipality of Odiongan, Romblon
Ronda ng Mga Kababaihan, Sitio Kuwatro, Brgy. Sta. Ana, Municipality of Pateros
With a special message from:
Hon. Risa Hontiveros, Senator, Republic of the Philippines
Hosted by: Ms. Mariel Quiogue, Lecturer, Department of Political Science
Session 3: “Understanding the Glocal: Pandemics and Public Health Policies”
In partnership with the Institute of Philippine Culture (IPC), Ateneo de Manila University
Thursday, 07 April 2022, 2:00-3:00 PM (via IPC’s “Baka Naman Pwede” talk show on Radyo Katipunan)
Guest Speakers:
Ms. Dorothy Grace Guerrero, Head of Policy and Advocacy, Global Justice Now
Dr. Dennis Batangan, Research Associate, Institute of Philippine Culture (IPC)
Hosted by: Mr. Gino Antonio P. Trinidad, Acting Chair, Department of Political Science
