24/02/2026
We mark a pivotal moment in our nation's history. The 40th Anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution. 40 years ago, the Filipino people, united by a common desire for freedom and justice, gathered on EDSA and demonstrated the immense power of peaceful resistance.
This event reminds us that true change comes from the unwavering spirit of a people determined to shape their own destiny. It was a testament to the power of bayanihan, of ordinary citizens becoming heroes, and of hope triumphing over oppression. The EDSA People Power Revolution did not just change a government it ignited a flame of courage and democratic ideals that continues to burn brightly in the hearts of Filipinos.
The EDSA People Power Revolution stands as one of humanity's most powerful demonstration of what ordinary people can achieve when they stand together with a shared purpose. Millions of Filipinos from all walks of life, parents and children, farmers and professionals, teachers and students walked hand in hand toward EDSA. They carried nothing but their courage their faith, and their unwavering belief that a nation belongs to its people and can stand against a united citizenry determined to reclaim their dignity. The Filipino people proved to the world that strength does not come from weapons or tanks, but from the moral conviction of those who stand for what is right.
Let us not only remember the past but also recommit ourselves to upholding the principles fought for on those historic days. May the legacy of EDSA inspire every generation to actively participate in building a nation founded on TRUTH, JUSTICE and LIBERTY. We, at Dr. Crisogono B. Ermita Sr. Memorial National High School's School Disaster Risk Reduction Management, honor this day by striving for resilience and collective action in all our endeavors, echoing the spirit of unity that defined EDSA.
