People Power Revolution
This peaceful uprising in 1986 restored democracy in the Philippines.
People Power Revolution (EDSA Revolution)
She was the first female president of the Philippines and Asia.
Corazon “Cory” Aquino
The leader who signed the "Build, Build, Build" program.
Rodrigo Duterte
Despite economic growth, many Filipinos still suffer from this economic condition.
poverty
Region established in 2019 replacing ARMM.
BARMM (Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao)
The assassination of this opposition leader triggered widespread protests.
Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr.
This 1987 document restored democracy and checks-and-balances.
1987 Constitution
Known for “Daang Matuwid” and the slogan “Kung walang korap, walang mahirap.”
Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III
Environmental threats such as typhoons and rising sea levels are linked to this crisis.
climate change
Founder of the MNLF and key figure in 1976 and 1996 peace agreements.
Nur Misuari
The Catholic leader who called Filipinos to support the revolution via Radio Veritas.
Jaime Cardinal Sin
This program sought to distribute land to farmers.
CARP (Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program)
Ousted due to corruption, leading to EDSA II.
Joseph Estrada
Fake news and unequal access to internet describe this challenge.
digital divide and misinformation
The 2014 peace deal between the government and MILF.
Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB)
These two military leaders defected from Marcos and sought refuge in Camp Crame.
Fidel V. Ramos and Juan Ponce Enrile
Violent dispersal of protesters for land reform in 1987.
Mendiola Massacre
President known for solving the power crisis and peace deal with the MNLF.
Fidel V. Ramos
Migration to cities leads to housing shortage and traffic—effects of this trend.
overpopulation and urbanization
Former president who signed the Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL).
Rodrigo Duterte
The 1986 election between Marcos and Cory Aquino was called this.
Snap Election
Cory’s presidency faced these two major military threats.
coup attempts (1987 & 1989)
Current president launching “Build Better More (BBM)” and advocating “unity.”
Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
This persistent issue in institutions hurts public trust and slows development.
corruption
Term for deactivating MILF combatants and helping them transition to civilian life.
disarmament and reintegration