CJ Moran Community Legal Assistance Office

20/12/2025

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 | 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

The Chief Justice Manuel V. Moran Community Legal Assistance Office (CJMM CLAO) had the honor of conducting a Christmas outreach program in partnership with the Office of the Vice President for Administration (OVPA), the Office for Legal Affairs (OLA), and the University Information Office (UIO). The event took place during the Year-End and Christmas Program at Damaso Comiles Elementary School in Tabu, Dalupirip, Itogon, Benguet.

CJMM CLAO made a meaningful contribution to the school library by donating books and textbooks. Additionally, 93 students were provided with school supplies. This initiative was funded by Dativa Cristobal Fundacion and Saint Louis University School of Law and was made possible through the dedicated efforts of volunteers from the CJMM CLAO, under the guidance of Atty. Victoria Dines. We extend our sincerest gratitude to Ms. Junifer Galuba from the OVPA, as well as Atty. Johanne Margarette Macob and Fe Ambasing from the OLA and UIO, for their invaluable collaboration. We also thank the stakeholders of Damaso Comiles Elementary School - the faculty and staff as well as the pupils or learners with their parents - for the warm welcome.

The outreach program is a testament to Saint Louis University’s ongoing commitment to providing access to resources and support for educational development.

We would also like to send our gratitude towards the following donors:
1. John Ruff
2. Atty. Jennifer Asuncion
3. Dean Yasmine Lee Tadeo
4. Atty. Johanne Margarette Macob
5. SLU Legal Affairs Office
6. Atty. Shellah Yzanne Merced
7. Atty. Kenjie Ameda
8. Atty. Victoria Dines
9. Cy****e Th****e Y.
10. Gr**e F.
11. Sa*****a Ga*****e B.
12. Iv*n Pao**o B.
13. Et**l M** A.
14. Ja****e R.
15. Ke**o Er****o B.
16. Oracion Barlis & Associates Law Office
17. Ke****h Do**e T.
18. Li**L F.
19. Jenna Sumineg!
20. Atty. Rodel Galleto
21. Elvira M. S.
22. Atty. April Gandeza

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲

19/12/2025

12/12/2025

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 | 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

The Chief Justice Manuel V. Moran Community Legal Assistance Office (CJMM CLAO) of the Saint Louis University School of Law, in partnership with the SLU Basic Education School – Laboratory High School Department, successfully conducted a three-day seminar on December 3, 4, and 5, 2025, entitled “Combating Online Sexual Harassment: A Discussion of the Safe Spaces Act.”

The program featured simultaneous discussions led by law student practitioners, namely Mr. Noel Alfredo Tizon VI, Ms. Neil Aubrey Gamido, Ms. Jobelle Galapate, Ms. Ena Angelica Luga, Ms. Andrea Isahbel Olivar, Ms. Jan Doreen Monsalud, and Ms. Deanne Grace Agduyeng, who served as resource speakers under the supervision of Atty. Jasmine Quiano. The event was further strengthened by the support of Ms. Raycia Satsat and Ms. Maria Alyssa Carmela Samson, whose contributions ensured the smooth conduct of the activity.

The law student practitioners emphasized to Grade 12 students the importance of the Safe Spaces Act in protecting individuals from sexual harassment, particularly on digital platforms where abusive behavior can spread quickly and anonymously. During the discussion, they explained how the law clearly defines online harassment, provides accessible reporting mechanisms, and requires social media platforms to strengthen their content moderation and response systems. The practitioners highlighted that the Act penalizes actions such as unwanted sexual advances, misogynistic remarks, and the non-consensual sharing of intimate content—empowering young people to recognize, report, and stand against such behavior. They stressed that as students become more active online, understanding the Safe Spaces Act is crucial to fostering safer, more respectful digital spaces.

The seminar also linked the discussion of the Safe Spaces Act to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing how promoting safe and respectful digital spaces supports broader global objectives. The law student practitioners explained that combating online sexual harassment aligns with SDG 5: Gender Equality, which calls for the elimination of all forms of violence against women and girls, including abuse facilitated through technology. They also noted its relevance to SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, as the Act strengthens legal protections and encourages responsible digital citizenship. By educating Grade 12 students about their rights and the importance of reporting harmful online behavior, the seminar helped empower young people to contribute to a safer, more inclusive society—an essential foundation for achieving the SDGs.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲

12/12/2025

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 | 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

The Chief Justice Manuel V. Moran Community Legal Assistance Office (CJMM CLAO) of the Saint Louis University School of Law successfully conducted a Community Talk titled “Batas Lokal, Proteksyong Total: Kabataan Para sa Karapatang Pantao” on December 7, 2025, at the Gibraltar Barangay Hall. The activity was led by the CLAO’s Law Student Practitioners, under the supervision of Atty. Davy N**o, and held in partnership with the Sangguniang Kabataan of Barangay Gibraltar.

The session aimed to deepen the youth’s awareness of local laws that safeguard human rights and promote inclusive community development. Topics discussed included the Human Rights Defenders Ordinance (Ordinance 78-2024), the Anti-Discrimination Ordinance, Gender and Development–related Ordinances (Ordinance 13-2017), and provisions on Education of Children, School Incentives, and Scholarships under Section 99 of Ordinance No. 5-2019. These discussions highlighted the vital role of young citizens in rights protection, equality promotion, and community advocacy.

Through this initiative, participants gained practical insights into the mechanisms available to them under local ordinances and the importance of active youth involvement in advancing human rights and social justice.

The CJMM CLAO extends its gratitude to the SK Gibraltar Barangay and its community members for their cooperation, enthusiasm, and continued support in fostering legal literacy and youth empowerment.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲

12/12/2025

𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐈𝐃: 𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐆 𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐋𝐔 𝐒𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐎

In recognition of the 114th Foundation Anniversary of Saint Louis University, The Chief Justice Manuel V. Moran Community Legal Assistance Office (CJMM CLAO) of the Saint Louis University School of Law hosted a Free Legal Consultation and Notarization event on December 1, 2025. The total number of clients served was 84.

This initiative is a part of CJMM CLAO ongoing commitment to promote equitable access to legal services and to further the community's understanding of their rights and responsibilities.

The event was designed to provide valuable legal assistance to individuals in the community who may face challenges in accessing such services. By offering consultations and notarizations free of charge, we aim to alleviate some of the barriers that individuals might encounter in their pursuit of justice.

This initiative serves not only as a means of service delivery but also as a symbolic gesture of goodwill—a "handog" or gift of service from the university to the residents of Baguio City.

We believe that making legal resources more accessible is essential to fostering a just society. The participation of law students and faculty members in this event underscores SLU's commitment to community engagement and social responsibility.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲

12/12/2025

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞, 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭 (𝐑.𝐀. 𝐍𝐨. 𝟕𝟔𝟏𝟎)

Republic Act No. 7610, also known as the “Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act,” is a Philippine law enacted on June 17, 1992, which provides stronger legal protection for children from all forms of abuse, neglect, cruelty, exploitation, and discrimination. It recognizes children as zones of peace and guarantees their rights to survival, development, protection, and participation.

The law defines child abuse as any act or omission that inflicts physical, psychological, or sexual harm or degrades a child’s dignity. It specifically penalizes acts of sexual abuse, child prostitution, po*******hy, trafficking, and the employment of children in hazardous or exploitative labor.

RA 7610 also protects children in need of special protection, such as street children and those affected by armed conflict, ensuring they are not discriminated against. Through this law, the government reaffirms its duty to provide a safe and nurturing environment where every Filipino child can grow free from fear, violence, and exploitation.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

10/12/2025

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 (𝐈𝐃𝐏𝐃)

The CJ Moran Community Legal Assistance Office
proudly joins the global community in celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, reaffirming our commitment to promoting dignity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all.

Anchored on the Magna Carta for Persons with Disabilities (Republic Act No. 7277) and strengthened by subsequent disability rights frameworks, this observance highlights the right of every Filipino with disability to accessibility, social protection, employment, education, and freedom from discrimination.

On this day, we honor their contributions, amplify their voices, and continue advocating for a society where barriers, physical, social, and systemic, are dismantled.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗯 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

08/12/2025

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝟏𝟖-𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 (𝐕𝐀𝐖)

𝗖𝗝𝗠𝗠 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗢 proudly joins the observance of the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝟭𝟴-𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 (𝗩𝗔𝗪) in accordance with Proclamation No. 1172 (s. 2006), observed yearly from November 25 to December 12.

As a legal assistance office, CJMM CLAO emphasizes that VAW is a grave human rights violation that demands strong legal protection, accessible remedies, and accountable institutions. Our commitment to this campaign highlights the importance of ensuring that every woman knows her rights, receives fair legal assistance, and is protected by the rule of law.

Through legal education, case support, and rights-based advocacy, CJMM CLAO stands with all women asserting their freedom from violence, discrimination, and abuse. Justice for women is justice for all.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

06/12/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐉𝐮𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐭 (𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐨. 𝟗𝟑𝟒𝟒), 𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐍𝐨. 𝟏𝟎𝟔𝟑𝟎

The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act (Republic Act No. 9344), as amended by Republic Act No. 10630, represents a significant advancement in child-centered justice initiatives, emphasizing rehabilitation rather than punitive measures. This progressive legislation is designed to ensure that children in conflict with the law receive necessary guidance and legal protection tailored to their specific needs, thereby promoting healing instead of imposing harsh penalties.

Through the reinforcement of restorative justice initiatives, the Act advocates for programs such as Bahay Pag-asa, which provide essential support to young offenders. These initiatives facilitate self-reflection on their actions, encourage the development of positive behaviors, and aid in their successful reintegration into society. Furthermore, the law prioritizes the protection of children from abuse and exploitation within the justice system, while fostering a sense of accountability in a nurturing manner.

The significance of this Act resides in its dedication to understanding the unique requirements of young individuals and acknowledging their potential for growth and positive transformation. By concentrating on prevention, rehabilitation, and community engagement, the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act aims to disrupt the cycle of delinquency, uphold children’s rights, and contribute to a safer and more compassionate society for all.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲

04/12/2025

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄

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𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

04/12/2025

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 | 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

The Chief Justice Manuel V. Moran Community Legal Assistance Office (CJMM CLAO) of the Saint Louis University School of Law, in partnership with the Lepanto Consolidated Mining Company, successfully conducted a webinar on December 2, 2025, titled “Responsible Mining: Legal, Social, and Environmental Factors.”

The program was hosted by Aubrey Merl Salamena, and the topic was comprehensively discussed by the resource speakers, Ms. Ikebana Gwyneth Fetalvero and Mr. Lanz Mathew Armada. Their insights strengthened and broadened the understanding of Mining Engineers in promoting responsible mining practices. The session emphasized the importance of balancing progress and sustainability in mining operations and communities to ensure long-term environmental protection, social fairness, and responsible development.

Under the supervision of Atty. Jasmine Quiaño, the webinar was effectively and smoothly delivered by the Level 1 Certified Law Student Practitioners, led by Drixan Daganos and Renzon Riparip, with the support of Xyza Rio Beatrix Caliva, Judy Ann Walcien, Liezl Tacorda-Fabros, and May Ann Paras.

This collaborative effort shows CJMM CLAO’s commitment to raising legal awareness, encouraging responsible mining practices, and supporting community development through informative and accessible learning programs.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟯/𝗙 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗩𝟯𝟬𝟴, 𝗠𝘀𝗴𝗿. 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆; 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝟬𝟵𝟯𝟵-𝟯𝟱𝟬-𝟴𝟬𝟳𝟭; 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲.

03/12/2025

𝐂𝐉𝐌𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐎 | 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

The Chief Justice Manuel V. Moran Community Legal Assistance Office (CJMM CLAO) conducted a successful jail visit and a focus group discussion titled “Understanding Probation as an Alternative to Imprisonment.” The activity was supervised by Atty. Jasmine Quiano, led by Team Leader Law Student Practitioner (LSP) 1 Nicole Bautista, with Assistant Team Leader LSP 1 Winter Biang. The discussion was delivered by LSP 1 Argie Estimada, with research and presentation support from LSP 2 Marlon Mangino and LSP 2 Venus Nisperos. LSP 1 Reign Evangelista and LSP 1 Kevin Estigoy facilitated the session, ensuring a dynamic and inclusive flow. LSP 1s Karla Claveria and Casandra Siganay managed logistics and documentation.

The focus group discussion allowed Person Deprived of Liberty (PDL) to actively engage with the topic, share their experiences, and raise questions about probation as a legal remedy. The discussion helped the PDLs better grasp the idea of probation and reflect on how it could support their rehabilitation.

A standout feature of the visit was a one-on-one conversation that transpired between PDLs and LSPs. These quiet conversations fostered trust, clarified misconceptions, and enabled a more profound understanding of their own stories. Many expressed renewed hope and confidence due to the discussion on probation.

The CJMM CLAO team extends heartfelt thanks to the BJMP Male Dormitory for their warm support. The visit reaffirmed our commitment to accessible legal education and restorative justice.