MARAWI CITY, Lanao del Sur, Sept 17 (PIA) -- Some 100 soldiers from the 51st Infantry (Fuerte Uno) Battalion of Philippine Army including Citizen Armed Force Geographical Unit (Cafgu) Active Auxiliaries (CAA) under the command of Lt. Col. Ceasar Marlon M. Yadao underwent an orientation-workshop on "rido (family feud)," and conflict management on September 9.
The one-day orientation and workshop, held at the 51st IB headquarters in Malabang town, was conducted in partnership with the Reconciliatory Initiatives for Development Opportunities (RIDO) Inc. and the Department for International Development (DFID) through the Asia Foundation.
It was aimed at raising the awareness of our soldiers on the causes of conflicts, particularly clan wars, and educate them on the principles and approaches of rido resolution and traditional conflict mediation, said Lt. Col. Yadao.
Among the topics tackled during the orientation-workshop included the causes of rido, the different methods in handling conflicts, and the major approaches in resolving conflicts.
The soldier-participants were also given practical exercises involving their personal experiences in resolving conflicts within their families, community, and the Philippine Army.
Lt. Col. Yadao said the activity helped enhance the capabilities of the Fuerte Uno soldiers in dealing with rido and other conflicts.
He also expressed optimism that with the continuous partnership with the non-government organizations, such as the RIDO Inc., and constant dialogues with stakeholders, the conflict between families can be resolve in a peaceful manner without sacrificing innocent lives. (51st IB/APB-PIA10)
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