2006 - Ama Report

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INTRODUCTION The major programs of the Titus Brandsma Center - Media Program (TBCMP)

were broadened, intensified and stimulated to venture into challenging

projects. TBCMP classified its efforts according to its major programs: A. RESEARCH 1 . Venturing to two more researches on folk media and the rising new Church culture in the Philippines. B. MEDIA EDUCATION 1. Reaching out to other possible beneficiaries like people of other faiths; 2. Intensified seminars and workshops in same areas and other areas as well; 3. Developing more courses and improving versions of the module for updating; C. FILM DIALOGUE 1 . Continue the monthly film dialogue sessions; 2. Work with embassies and other organizing film clubs or simply group of students in schools or universities; 3. Organizing of Media and Spirituality Forums; D. TITUS BRANDSMA AWARD - PHILIPPINES (TBA-PHIL) 1. Launched the TBA-PHIL last November 05, 2005 with new recipients: communities and community media. This is also to promote community communication in times of adversities against journalists here in the Philippines. E. NETWORKING 1. Membership with the Philippine Association of Media Education (PAME); 2. Working closely with other organized Church institutions like the Association 0f Major Religious Superiors in the Philippines (AMRSP). In summarizing the efforts made in accordance with our original objectives here is a table to visualize it.

2 First

Objective

-

Revival

of First Aspect - Research and Media Literacy

Tradional Folk Media

Education

Activity

Efforts
A study on performers of religious


Research
Group Study and Theatre Program

activities like theatre is on the way


Series of Workshops and Trainings

to completion.
Continuation of the panitikan@titus brandsma in selected areas.
Started

the

development

and

improvement of the program plan for the panitikan@titusbrandsma in Manila last November 2005.
For this focus group discussions were held and will still be continued and

other

consultations

among

literary groups to be invited.
A ready concept paper and plan on the quarterly celebration of the literature, music and arts will be presented. Second Objective - Strengthening and Second Aspect - Research and Media advancement of organization and integration Literacy Education. of practioners . Efforts

Activity


Media Literacy Education Module


Media Literacy Education

Development and Improvement.


Focus Group Discussion
Annual

Retreat

Conference
Research

and

Mission


Broadening and reaching out to other

possible

beneficiaries

of

media education.
Intensive Seminar Workshops and

3 Lectures

(Orientation/Media

Awareness

and

Direction-setting

especially on the Group Study and theatre arts program)
A study on the rising new Church culture is on going.
“Open

Space”

Retreat

and

Enrichment Sharing of Filmmakers and Artists Third

Objective

-

Sharpening

and Third Aspect - Media Library and Managing

heightening utilization of various means in of Resource Center. social communication Activity
Implementation

of

Communication

Systems

(indigenous/group media forms)
Film Dialogue

Efforts
Continuous media

updating

library

and

of

the

effectively

managing the resource center for integral

communication

and

networking between the Program and local partners. In this way collaboration and efforts in social communication

will

be

implemented effectively.

Fourth Objective - Tightening and internal structures of community media programs.

Fourth Aspect - Regular TBCMP programs and projects.

4 Activities

Activity
Organization development and


Continuing expansion of Film

strengthening - policy-making

Dialogue

and planning, orientation and

pelikula@titusbrandsma

evaluation

and

development

staff


Networking

efforts

-

other

Catholic or Lay Organizations and groups on Social Communication
Staff Development

PROGRAM REPORT

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Third Phase: November 2005- October 2006 A. Research TBCMP revived its Research Program this year with two studies in the process of documentation and analysis: 1. The Spirituality of "Cenakulistas" in Makati - the study is about the performers of "Cenakulo" (a play1drama about the coming of Christ that is performed every night before or during the Lenten sea5on) what motivates, inspires and encourage them to do it every year. The performance becomes their "panata" (devotion), a way to repent for a year of sin. Most of the performers have been doing it half their lifetimes starting when they were just a kid until they reach their prime. Some have gone through different characters, from the children characters in the Bible to the height of their performance as Christ. "Cenakulo" has been part of the Church tradition in the Philippines usually done in the provinces. But this "Cenakulo" is performed behind the glitz and glamour of the buildings in Makati, the business capital of Metro Manila, Philippines. It's a highly urbanized city where most businesses, and offices of multinational companies reside. The team considers the study timely because of its 75 years of existence in the city. It is quite relevant to study the history of its existence, what the performers has to say and the audience of Brgy. Pio del Pilar in Evangelista, Makati. They are the primary movers and supporters of this "Cenakulo." The research will be supported by a video documentary and a paper to be released next year. ( Research Status: On going) 2. Working Title: Rising New Church Culture in the Malls - this study aims to verify the impact of Eucharistic masses being celebrated in malls (usually bigger malls). There are also chapels inside the malls that cater to the people visiting the malls. The study wants to know the relationships of the pastors/priests to their flock in the malls. Furthermore, how does the establishment of the chapels inside the malls help in building a church envisioned by the Churches in the Philippines. We are also concerned of the services offered by these chapels and how does it help in responding to the needs of the faithful. A written research paper is being prepared.

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B. Media Education This program has been the primary mover of the Titus Brandsma Center-Media Program (TBCMP). For two years now, TBCMP has been giving media education seminars and workshops to countless schools/ universities/ colleges, seminaries and convents, parishes and Christian communities. The highlight of this year's media education program is the addition of NGOs (community development workers) and communities of other faiths in the long list of its beneficiaries. Thus in addition to the list of modules offered are Media and Spirituality: The State of Philippine Media and the Importance of Media and Communication in Interfaith Dialogue and Media and Community Development: The State of Philippine Media and the Challenges for Community Development Workers. Other courses developed and improved were Mediatization of the Youth and Media Education through Film Dialogue. TBCMP has also the updated version of most of the modules for timeliness and relevance: 1. Media and Spirituality through Film Dialogue 2. Introduction to Film Dialogue renamed to Media Education through Film Dialogue 3. Media and Spirituality: The State of Philippine Media and the Challenges of Social Communication Towards Evangelization 4. Media and Evangelization: Church and Social Communication: Context and Challenges 5. Parenting in the Multimedia Age 6. Teaching in the Multimedia Age 7. Media and Spirituality: The State of Philippine Media and Importance of Media Communication in Interfaith Dialogue

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8. Media and Community Development: The State of Philippine Media and the Challenges for Community Development workers 9. Effects of Commercials: Where do we go from here? 10. Basic journalism Course: Focus on Media Critique and Analysis 11. Teatro't Panitikan: An Introduction to Literary Dialogue and Basic Theatre

For the period 2005- 2006, the TBCMP has offered 11 modules for its beneficiaries and local partners. Below is an enumeration of all the seminars conducted by TBMCP for the period 2005-2006. 1. Oct. 10-20-21, 2006, St. Joseph Seminary (Prelature of Infanta), Quezon City, Social Communication, Film and Spirituality. The seminar was attended by 11 seminarians. 2. Sept. 23, 2006, IFRS-Formators Accompaniment Program, Spirituality through Film Dialogue, attended by 14 formators from Southeast Asia 3. Sept. 22, 2006, Sta. Catalina College, Legarda, Manila, Mediatization of the Youth and Spirituality through Film Dialogue 4. August 21-23, SAIDI, Antipolo City; Social Communication, Film and Spirituality; 19 Formators from South East Asia including the Philippines attended the seminar 5. August 4, IFRS-Formator’s Accompaniment Program, Quezon City; Mediztization of the Youth attended by 20 Formators from different countries such as East Timor, Vietnam, Myanmar, Canada, France, Philippines.

The seminar was participated in by 14

congregations. 6. July 15, 2006, Mount Carmel College, San Francisco Agusan del Sur; Youth, Family and Media and Teaching in a Multimedia Age; Eight postulants from Carmelite’s Formation House and 60 personnle of the school attended the seminar. 7. June 16, 2006, Gays and Media Forum was held at the Titus Brandsma Center, guest from NGOs and acadame graced the affairs. A total of 30 persons participated in the forum, they came from all walks of life - academe, students and employee.

The forum

8 provided the audience with a sensitive and gay friendly discussion and challenge the myths and stereotypes on gays that often foster homophobia and discrimination. 8. On going Film Dialogue which started March 2006 at the Department of Social Welfare and Development-Rehabilation Center at Project 4, Quezon City. Approximately 50-55 handicapped students and personnel are attending the monthly. 9. March 1-3, 2006, San Luis, Aurora. Cathechists, lay leaders from the parishes of Maria Aurora, Baler, Quirino, Dipaculao and Luis were recipients of the seminars on Teaching in the Multimedia Age. Parents and teachers from the nearby Mt. Carmel High school and several seminarians attended the module on Media and Spirituality through Film Dialogue. Forty-five participants attended the modules. 10. April 8-9, 2006, a Film Showing and Storytelling for both adult and children was conducted during the period of Espiritu Libre (Free the Spirit). 11. May 8-10, 2006, St. Joseph’s Academy, Sariaya, Quezon. The school was being managed by the FMM Sisters. Students and faculties attended the seminars on Mediatization of the Youth and the Teaching in the Multimedia Age. Six hundred students and fifty two faculties and personnel participated in the seminar. 12. March 19, 2006, Film Dialogue during the launching of Carmelite Communication Day. 13. March 19, 2006, co-sponsored the Apple Theology Seminar which was held at the Titus Brandsma Center, Quezon City. 14. February 11, 2006, Davao Association of Colleges and Schools, Inc. (DACS), Teaching in the Multimedia Age, participants were 29 educators/teachers from the 15 member schools and association. 15. February 10, 2006, St. Peter’s College of Toril; Teaching in the Multimedia Age, participants were 50 students and teacehers. 16. February 8, 2006, Ateneo de Davao University, Teaching in the Multimedia Age participated by 70 faculties and personnel coming from the Department of Theology, Social Sciences, Guidance and Campus Ministry. 17. February 5- 7, 2006. Notre Dame of Dadiangas College presented Teaching in the Multimedia Age and Art Films Festival. The participants came in from the following universities and parishes in Cotabato : Diocese of Marbel, Notre Dame of Marbel, Notre Dame of Lagao for boys and Holy Trinity College. 18. February 4, 2006, Xavier School, Cagayan de oro City, Parenting in the Multimedia Age, participated in by 180 parents and students.

9 19. February 3, 2006, Bugo School of Arts and Trades (COBSAT), Mediatization of the Youth and Teaching in the Multimedia Age, participated in by 60 4th year high school students and 60 faculty and non-teaching personnel. 20. February 1, 2006, Calaanan National High School; Mediatization of the Youth and Teaching in the Multimedia Age participated in by 30 faculty members. 21. January 19-22, 2006, St. Theresita School, a mission school managed by the ICM Sisters at Tabuk, Kalinga. The Course Mediatization of the Youth was attended by 72 high school students and the Course Parenting in the Multimedia Age was attended by 74 teachers and non-teaching personnel. 22. January 30, 2006, Sacred Heart Montessori, Cagayan de Oro, Mediatization of the Youth and Teaching in the Multimedia Age, 280 high school students participated together with the 60 teachers and non-teaching staff. 23. January 31, 2006, Xavier High School, Mediatization of the Youth, participated in by 400 2nd year students. 24. TBMCP and Cinema Australia together with the University of the Philippines Film Institute and Australian Center for Moving Image is currently on its 2nd year of partnership. A week long film festival was held at UPFI Videotheque. The affair was well attended by film enthusiasts. And the work of Director Robert de Heer was featured. LIST OF TBCMP LOCAL PARTNERS

SCHOOLS/COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES Mount Carmel College, Agusan del Sur + Mount Carmel High School, Rosario, Agusan del Sur + Father Urios High School, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur + Our Lady of Grace Montessori, Quezon City + University of the Philippines Film Institute, Quezon City + Sta. Monica Academy, Baao, Camarines Sur + Assumption College of Davao, Davao City + Ateneo de Davao University, Davao City + Xavier University, Cagayan de Oro City + Cagayan de Oro Bugo School of Arts and Trade, Cagayan de Oro City + St. Paul University, Dumaguete City + St. Paul University, Surigao City + St. Therese of the Child Jesus and of the Holy Face School, Pasay City + Stella Maris College, Oroquieta City + Mindanao State University, Marawi City +

10 Colegio del Buen Consejo, Pasay City + Sacred Heart School, Butuan City + Holy Cross Academy of Sasa, Davao City + Holy Cross Academy of Agdao, Davao City + Holy Cross Academy of Bunawan, Davao City + Maryknoll High School of Asuncion, Davao del Norte + Maryknoll High School of Manay, Davao Oriental + Holy Cross Academy of Kiblawan, Davao del Sur + Holy Cross Academy of Calinan, Davao del Sur + Assumption High School of Babak, Garden City of Samal, Saint Peter’s College of Toril, Davao City + Notre Dame of Dadiangas College, General Santos City + San Agustin Diocesan Academy, Jaen, Nueva Ecija, Mater Carmeli School, D. Tuazon, Quezon City + Sisters of Mount Carmel Catholic School, Fairview, Quezon City + St. Theresita’s High Schol, Tabuk, Kalinga + St. Joseph’s High School, Sariaya, Quezon + Mount Carmel High School, Baler, Aurora + Sta. Catalina College, Manila + SEMINARIES/FORMATION HOUSES, SEMINARIAN-PARTICIPANTS St. Paul Seminary Foundation, Silang Cavite + St. Francis de Sales Theological Seminary, Lipa City + Oblates of St. Joseph, Lipa City + San Alberto Carmelite Formation Center, Cebu City + Rogationist College, Cebu + Redemptorist College Seminarians, Cebu City + Immaculate Conception School of Theology, Vigan + St. Benedict Institute, Vigan

+ St. Joseph College

Seminary, Dumaguete City + Spring of Carmel Noviatiate Community, Quezon City + Saint Peter College Seminary, Butuan City + Saint Francis Xavier Regional Major Seminary of Mindanao, Davao City + Asian Religious Formation Institute- SouthEast Asian Interdiciplinary Development Institute- (ARFI- SAIDI), Antipolo + Accompaniment Program for Formators at the Institute of Formation and Religious Studies (IFRS), Quezon City + St. Joseph Seminary, Prelature of Infanta RELIGIOUS CONGREGATIONS Benedictines of the Living Word, Lipa City + Carmelite Sisters of Our Lady, Dumaguete City + Carmelite Missionaries, Quezon City + Missionary Sisters of Mary, Butuan City + Teresian Daughters of Mary, Davao City + Franciscan Missionaries of Mary, Sariaya, Quezon PARISHES

11 Agusan del Sur: Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, San Francisco + Our Lady of the Rosary, Rosario + Saint Vincent Ferrer, Patin-ay + Sta. Cruz Parish, Cagayan de Oro City + Parish of Our Lady of the Abandoned, Mandaluyong City + Parish of San Luis del Rey, San Luis, Aurora. OTHER GROUPS (NGO’S, GO’S) Council of Deans for Teachers Education - CHED of Caraga Region (2000 graduating Te-Ed students from 52 private and state colleges and universities) + Bagong Silang Multi-Purpose Cooperative 2, Bacoor, Cavite (OSA) + Ranao Muslim Christian Movement for Dialogue and Peace + MSU Institute

for Peace and Development in Mindanao + Blessed Virgin Mary

Chaplaincy, MSU, Marawi City + Environmental Legal Assistance Council, Puerto Princsesa City, Palawan + MSP Youth for Mission, Mandaluyong City + 20 member - schools of the Davao Association of Colleges and Schools, Davao City + Barangay Officials and Members, Brgy. Dumoy, Tulomo District, Davao City + Dept. of Social Welfare & Development, Project 4, Quezon City +

C. Media and Spirituality Fora Spirituality of Storytelling.

This is the last installment of organized forum on Media and

Spirituality. [email protected] Indie’s at pelikula@titusbrandsma’ Anniversary Presentation, on August 19, 2006 was the celebration that showcases the work of the Filipino independent filmmakers.

It was a well attended affair indeed; over a hundred participants were there

including those from the radio and the TV stations as well. Film students and enthusiasts from all over Metro Manila showed their support by enthusiastically clapping their hands after every film screening. The Open Forum was actively participated by all. The eight directors who attended the festival sincerely answered all the questions and shared their insights about life, the joys and pains of filmmaking, their faith, their hope and their critique on Philippine society as well. It was heart warming to see so many young people gather together joyfully sharing their passion not only on filmmaking but on living their lives as well.

Undeniably, the

Pelikula@TitusBrandsma had carved a niche in the hearts of many viewers and film directors!

12 Gays and Media Forum. In the spirit open space a forum which tackles the sensitive issues of gays and lesbians was held at the Titus Brandsma Center last June 16, 2006. Members from the academes, NGOs, students and religious attended the affair.

The guest speakers are:

Richard Mickley,OSAe, Dr. Syliva Estrada-Claudio and Dr. Nymia Simbulan both are professors from the University of the Philippines, Ms. Aida Santos of WEDPRO and Mr. Dax de Castro of Amnesty International-Pilipinas.

D. Film Dialogue through pelikula@titusbrandsma Our pelikula@titusbrandsma has four major activities: monthly film dialogue sessions, special quarterly, special quarterly film dialogue sessions, outreach activities and special projects. 1. Monthly Film Dialogue - every second Saturday session of watching films, interaction and dialogue.

MONTH (2005-2006)

THEME

October ‘05

Nostra Aetate - for this month 45 viewers the

titus

films

that

ATTENDANCE (Average)

brandsma examine

offers the

significance & complexity of interfaith relationships November ‘05

Fear Factor - for this month 40 viewers the films delve into the world of horror, supernatural and bone chilling suspense

December ‘05

Christmas is for Kids - for this 50 viewers month

movies

that

guaranteed to bring out the kids in us was shown.

Can

there be a better way of spending christmas than with

13 a ragamuffin and huggable kids? January ‘06

Growing Pains - To start the 40 viewers new year with renewed hope and

learnings

the

titus

brandsma presents films that deals with rebellion, romance and responsibility February ‘06

Love Ba ‘To? - to celebrate the 40 viewers month of love and of lovers films that looks at love in its different molds and shapes were shown

March ‘06

Women Power - films that 30 viewers emphasize

strength

of

character and the tenacity of women. April ‘06

Wazzak- Wazzak - films that 35 viewers feature self-destruction and hopelessness.

May ‘06

The Heat of Terror; The 42 viewers Nightmare of Reality - for this month the issue of terrorism was

tackled.

The

films

confronts the havoc terrorism has wrought in the lives of many after the 9/11 attack. June ‘06

Some Like it Pink: Family

-

films

We are 42 viewers whose

component directly deals with the issue of homosexuality. July ‘06

Alternate Realities: Truth is 45 viewers

14 Stranger than Fiction - for this

month

alternate

the

topic

realites

of was

explored August ‘06

Complete Line-up:

Pinoy 120 viewers

Indies - for its 9th anniversar presentation brandsma

the

titus

media

center

showcases an all Filipino lineup in support of independent filmaking September ‘06

Remembering

Elmo

-

a 35 viewers

tribute to a pelikula volunteer who

passed

away

unexpectedly was prepared.

1. Special Quaterly Film Dialogue Sessions - quarterly film dialogue sessions in cooperation with schools/colleges/universities. 2. Outreach Activities - film dialogue sessions to schools from far-flung areas, provinces or schools/colleges without an established film group or ciricle and wants to build one with the help of pelikula@titus brandsma. 3. Special Projects - tie up activities with embassies and other organized film groups that needs help to program and have film dialogue experience. D. Open Space The pelikula@titusbrandsma core group experienced the open space as a venue for their spiritual renewal. The whole month of February 2006 has led not only to the discovery of the beauty of the each other but in discovering the beauty of the media ministry as well. During the Davao Retreat the group had the opportunity to experienced first hand the Mindanao culture and meet with Ms. Carolyn Arguillas, journalist awardee of the 2002 Titus Brandsma Award.

15 Espiritu Libre (Free the Spirit). Last April 8-9, 2006, the Titus Brandsma Media Center co-sponsor with the Institute of Spirituality in Asia Espiritu Libre. It was a two-day affair of fun and excitement with book fair, art exhibit, film showing and storytelling, poetry reading, free coffee, spiritual counseling and many more. Adult and children alike relished the company of friends and loved ones as they enjoyed the activities prepared by ISA and TBCMedia. The event was participated by the following organizations: Ateneo Press, Claretian Publication, YCPF, Logos Publication, IBPS, Asian Social Institute, UST Publication House, Spring of Carmel Community, St. Elijah-Friary and the Carmelite Missionaries Meeting with SineBuano. The July 10, 2006 meeting with Director Jurly Maloloy-on Jr. and Fr. Christian Buenafe finally gave birth to the tie-up of SineBuano and TBCMedia. One of the short of films made by Direk Jurly has been an official entry to the recently held Pinoy Indies showcasing the works of independent Filipino filmakers at the Titus Brandsma Center. Direk Jurly was impressed by the turn-out of event and the response of the audience at the film screening. Sinebuano is a group of Filipino filmakers based in Cebu, Philippines. Staff Development. The office of TBCMP decided to have a short retreat together with the other offices of the Carmelite Fathers-Philippines. The retreat was held at the Dominican Retreat House, Capas, Tarlac from May 9-12, 2006, the culmination of the spiritual renewal was a 1-hour trek to the peak of Mt. Pinatubo. It was an awesome, breathtaking experience for all, it was a trip that nourishes the body and the spirit as well. On August 7, 2006, the staff of the TBCMP office was joined by the other offices to fly to Palawan for a much needed rest and renewal. The four day stay at Palawan comprises of snorkling, visiting the Iwahig Penal Colony, a trip to the local museum - giving us a glimpse on the arts and culture of the Palaweno. The quiet beauty and magnifecence of Palawan makes one realizes the beauty and the immensity of God. It was truly an experience to be treasured! Staff Development. Attended several seminars, courses and film festivals for updating and development of the staff/partner in the program.
July 16, 2006, attended the premiere of the movie Donsol at the Cultural Center of the Philippines, one of the finalist at Cinemalaya Film Festival.

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June 29-30, 2006, Effective Records Management, a seminar-workshop organized by SOLAIR, University of the Philippines
2nd Week of June, 2006 attended the opening and closing of French Film Festival at Shangrila Mall in Ortigas, Mandaluyong City.
May 16, 2006, Women on Death Row, a forum organized by Mamamayan Tutol sa Bitay at College of Social Work, University of the Philippines
May 31, 2006, MTB-MRJ Anti-Death Penalty Forum, Dusit Hotel Nikko, Makati City, organized by the European Union and the Philippine Human Rights Research Institute
April 20-21, attended the PANA Mediafest at Makati City. This was organized by the Philippine Advertiser’s Association.

E. Media Resource Center 1. Acqusition - several new titles was added in the book library, subscription to a youth oriented and socially relevant magazines was continued, acquire new DVDs/VCDs. for media education and seminars . 2. Maintenance - updates the database regularly and continously cataloguing. New system for the TBCMP Library is updated regularly to make it more user-friendly for researcher to locate books or films. 3. Website is temporarily being re-constructed.

F. Networking
On July 2006 the Titus Brandsma Media Center through the effort of its Executive Director, Fr. Christian B. Buenafe, O.Carm. was finally able established a formal tie-up with the Sinebuano filmakers of Cebu City.
The TBCMP actively supported the campaign of the Philippine Alliance of Human Rights Advocates to abolish the Death Penalty in the Philippines. The TBCMP office also shows its support on their call to stop the extra judicial killings in the country.
The TBCMP is now an official member of Citizens Council for Human Rights an organization comprising of human rights activists, legislators, church and civil society

17 leaders that calls on the national government to respect, protect and uphold human rights. TBCMP denounce the ongoing killings of journlaists and others.
The TBCMP also established a tie-up with the Department of Social Welfare and Development-National Capital Region.

A monthly film showing is being held

regularly at their Rehabilitation Compound in Project 4, Quezon City.
Network with Center for Community Journalism and Development especially in search of the Titus Brandsma Award nominees.

G. Titus Brandsma Award Philippines As of today, five nominees have been submitted at the office to vie for the Titus Brandsma Award for 2006.

The search for this year is Community Communication; we hope to start area

visitation by early November this year. The five nominees are:
Zone 1 Tondo (ZOTO) comprising of 14 relocation sites & urban poor communities
Barangay Pansol, Quezon City
Barangay Nuro, Upi, Maguindanao
Barangay Kisanday, Maramag, Bukidnon
Tigum-Aganan Watershed Communities, Iloilo City The award will be given to community that best exemplifies the spirity of unity, participation, vigilance, sustainability and the effective use of communication by means of concrete partnership with community media. A special award will also be given to community media who take effective initiative to connect with the communities they serve.

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ACTIVITY REPORT Third Phase: November 2005 - October 2006 A. School/Colleges/Universities 1. Local Partner

: Southeast Asian Interdisciplinary Development Institute - Asian Regional Formation Institute (SAIDI-ARFI)

Course

: Social Communication Film and Spirituality

Date

: August 21-23, 2006

Participants

: 19 Formators from Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Equador, Namibia, Angola, Philippines

19 2. Local Partner

: Institute of Formation and Religious Studies-Formator’s Accompaniment Program (IFRS)

Course

: Mediatization of the Youth

Date

: August 4, 2006

Participants

: attended by 20 Formators from different countries such as Timor Leste, Myanmar, Canada, France, Vietnam, Indonesia, Mexico, Philippines.

3. Local Partner Course

: Mt. Carmel College, San Francisco, Agusan del Sur : Youth, Family and Media Teaching in the Multi-media Age

Date

: July 15, 2006

Participants

: 8 postulants and 60 school personnel attended the seminars.

4. Local Partner Course

: St. Joseph’s Academy, Sariaya, Quezon : Mediatization of the Youth Teaching in the Multi-Media Age Film and Spirituality

Date

: May 8-10, 2006

Participants

: 600 students and 52 faculties participated in the seminar

Comments

: The teachers share the following reflections: they realized that it is

important to keep abreast with the technology in order to guide the youth effectively; they also added that a good example is also important in the teachinglearning process, it helps them to be more analytical when watching films/tv shows. For the students, they realized that they would start looking for more educational shows rather than enterntainment; they realized the potential of media to damage/ restore the culture; furthermore they said that media can be used as an effective instrument in teaching. 5. Local Partner Course

: Notre Dame of Dadiangas College : Teaching in the Multimedia Age

20 Art Films Festival Date

: February 13, 2006

Participants

: the participants came from the following universities and parishes in Cotabato: Diocese of Marbel, Notre Dame of Marbel University, Notre Dame of Lagao for Boys, Notre Dame University, Cotabato City and Holy Trinity College

6. Local Partner

: Davao Association of Colleges & Schools, Inc. (DACS)

Course

: Teaching in the Multi-Media Age

Date

: February 11, 2006

Participants

: 29 educators/teachers from 15 schools and colleges in the \ Davao region and provinces.

7. Local Partner

: St. Peter’s College of Toril, Davao City

Course

: Teaching in the Multi-Media Age

Date

: February 10, 2006

Participants

: 50 students and teachers participated

Comments

: Most of the teachers agreed that mass media is capable of shaping the future of the youth. They added that the seminar is informative and relevant to the present times they added further that as teacher they should learn to be more creative and utilize mass media in order to teach effectively especially to the young. The student likewise said that the seminar helped them to be more critical and thus made them more careful in program selection.

8. Local Partner

: Ateneo de Davao University

Course

: Teaching in the Multi-Media Age

Date

: February 8, 2006

Participants

: participated by 70 faculty and personnel coming from the different departments (Theology, Soc.Sciences, Guidance & Campus Ministry)

Comments

: Most of the teachers said they realized the importance of their role as teacher/parent inside and outside the classrooms. They

21 all agree that there is a need to exert more effort in guiding and teaching their pupils. Several teachers also stress the need to give more time in following up their learners, inside and outside the school. 9. Local Partner

: Xavier University, Cagayan de Oro City

Course

: Parenting in the Multi-Media Age

Date

: February 4, 2006

Participants

: participated in by 180 parents and students

Comments

: Almost 80% of the parents said they like

the topic because of its relevance. One parent said that media education is education to peace since through technology trends and parents’ act we can do great things as instrument of peace in our community. The parents said it was enlightening since it gives them (parent) a glimpse of theworld of their children. On the part of the students they said that they realize the importance of media in their learning process and resolve to use the media wisely. The students also added that from now on they will be more critical on the use of media. 10. Local Partner

: Cagayan deo Oro- Bugo School of Arts & Trades (COBSAT) - State owned college

Course

: Mediatization of the Youth Parenting in the Multi-Media Age

Date

: February 3, 2006

Participants

: participated in by 60 high school students and 60 faculty and non-teaching personnel.

Comments

: The faculty and personnel agree that the seminar helps raise their awareness on the current issues facing the youth today – the challenge they say is “how to integrate it in every subject.” One teacher suggested a more specific teaching method could be integrated in the seminar. While there are several suggestions to include sex education as part of the seminar. The studentry said:

22 undergoing the seminar helps us understand ourselves better. It was enlightening - we are now better equipped and thus can choose programs/films/tv shows based on their merit and not on star qualities. 11. Local Partner : Calaanan National High School, Cagayan de Oro City - public national secondary school Course

: Mediatization of the Youth Teaching in the Multimedia Age

Date

: February 1, 2006

Parti cipants

: 30 faculty members attended

Comments

: The teachers said that certainly media is a powererful tool

in transmitting messages be it good or bad. They further added the seminar gives them a better idea on how to utilize the media to further improve the learning of students. Most attendees agree that the seminar was an eye opener in knowing where the real interest of their students lie. The teachers are also inquiring on more tips on the use of mass media in education. 12. Local Partner Course

: Sacred Heart Montessori, Cagayan de Oro City : Mediatization of the Youth Teaching in the Multi-Media Age

Date

: January 30, 2006

Participants

: 280 high school students attended plus the 60 teachers and non-teaching personnel.

12. Local Partner

: Xavier University, Cagayan de Oro City

Course

: Mediatization of the Youth

Date

: January 31, 2006

Participants

: 400 2nd year high school student

13. Local Partner Course

: Sta. Teresita School, Tabuk, Kalinga : Mediatization of the Youth Parenting in Multi-media Age

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: January 19-22, 2006

Participants

: the course on Mediatization of the Youth . was attended by 72 high school students while Parenting in the Multimedia Age was attended by 74 parents, teaching and non-teaching personnel.

Comments

: The studentry stated that media has over sexualized our culture but everybody agrees it is not without redemption. They said that as a country categorized as underdeveloped we must not rely on technology alone. Not because technology is bad in itself but we must not allow ourselves to be enslaved by it. The parents, teachers and other personnel share their appreciation of the movie and film analysis/dialogue according to them it was interesting and easy to follow and can be used in teaching especially values education.

B. Seminaries/Formation Houses 1. Local Partner

: Institute of Spirituality in Asia, Quezon City

Course

: Film Dialogue & Storytelling during the Espiritu Libre

Date

: March 18-19, 2006

Participants

: 50 attended the film dialogue (religious, young professionals, out-of-school youth etc.)

Comments

: One participant shared that the movie reminded her of her

own experience of poverty during her childhood. While the religious who came appreciated the humble beginnings of St. Francis - they said it was a reminder of the liberating aspect of poverty. The younger viewers shares that they can identify with the early brother’s struggle for authenticity. C. Parishes 1. Local Partner Course

: Christ the King Parish, San Luis, Aurora : Teaching in the Multi-Media Age Media & Spirituality through Film Dialogue

24 Mediatization of the Youth Date

: March 1-3, 2006

Participants

: 45 lay leaders and parish workers attended the seminar including 11 seminarians from the Prelature of Infanta.

Comments

: According to the participants the seminar encourage them to learn more about the effects of mass media in their community. The seminarias said that they like film dialogue the most, aside from being entertaining it also very helpful in deepening one’s sprituality.

D. Other Groups (NGOs, GOs) 1. Local Partner

: Department of Social Welfare & DevelopmentNational Capital Region (National Vocational Rehabilation Center), Quezon City

Date

: Monthly film showing (March, April, May ’06)

Course : Film Dialogue Participants

: 55 Persons with Disabilities ( students) and 10 teaching and non-teaching personnel of DSWD

Comments

: Majority of the participants were able to identify with the

character/s of the film being shown. They recognize the value of a loving

and

supportive community is facilitative to self-acceptance. The discussion after the film showing was very helpful according to the participants for it boosts their self-esteem since it made them realize that their disabilities was not a hindrance in becoming a better person. 2. Local Partner Date

: Barangay Dumoy, Davao City : May 21, 2006

Course : Media and Community Development Work Participants

: 110 barangay officials, leaders and members

Comments

: All participants expressed their appreciation and the effects of media today. They are also challenged and look for the appropriate responses in the formation of the young people. They will consider

25 the effects of media and media education in their youth programs in the barangay and puroks. (See Appendix A for the photos of the activities) A. Schools/Colleges/Universities Local Partner : Southeast Asian Interdisciplinary Development Institute - Asian Regional Formation Institute (SAIDI-ARFI) Course : Social Communication/Film and Spirituality Date : August 21-23, 2006 Participants : 19 Formators from Southeast Asia (Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam, Pakistan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Equador, Namibia, Angola, Bangladesh

Local Partner : Institute of Formation and Religious Studies-Formator’s Accompaniment Program (IFRS) Course : Mediatization of the Youth Date : August 4, 2006 Participants : attended by 20 Formators from different countries such as East Timor, Myanmar, Canada, France, Vietnam, Indonesia, Mexico and Philippines.

26 Local Partner Course

: Mt. Carmel College, San Francisco, : Youth, Family and Media Teaching in the Multi-media Age Date : July 15, 2006 Participants : 8 postulants and 60 school personnel attended the seminars.

Local Partner Course Date Participants

Local Partner Course Date

: St. Joseph’s Academy, Sariaya, Quezon : Mediatization of the Youth Teaching in the Multi-Media Age Film and Spirituality : May 8-10, 2006 : 600 students and 52 faculties participated in the seminar

: Notre Dame of Dadiangas College : Teaching in the Multimedia Age Art Films Festival : February 13, 2006

Local Partner : Davao Association of Colleges & Schools, Inc. (DACS) Course : Teaching in the Multi-Media Age Date : February 11, 2006 Participants : 29 educators/teachers

Agusan Sur

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Local Partner Course Date Participants

: : : :

St. Peter’s College of Toril, Davao Teaching in the Multi-Media Age February 10, 2006 50 students and teachers participated

Local Partner : Ateneo de Davao University Course : Teaching in the Multi-Media Age Date : February 8, 2006 Participants : participated by 70 faculty and personnel coming from the different departments (Theology, Soc.Sciences, Guidance & Campus Ministry)

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Local Partner Course Date Participants

Local Partner Apayao Course

: : : :

Xavier School, Cagayan de Oro City Parenting in the Multi-Media Age February 4, 2006 participated in by 180 parents and students

: Sta. Teresita School, Tabuk, Kalinga,

: Mediatization of the Youth Parenting in Multi-media Age Date : January 19-22, 2006 Participants : the course on Mediatization . . . was attended by 72 high school students while Parenting . . . was attended by 74 teaching and non-teaching personnel.

B. Seminaries/Formation Houses Local Partner Course Date Participants

: : : :

Institute of Spirituality in Asia, Quezon City Film Dialogue & Storytelling during the Espiritu Libre April 8-9, 2006 50 attended the film dialogue (religious/seminarians, young professionals, out-of-school youth etc.)

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C. Parishes Local Partner : Christ the King Parish, San Luis, Aurora Course : Teaching in the Multi-Media Age/ Media & Spirituality through Film Dialogue/ Mediatization of the Youth Date : March 1-3, 2006 Participants : 45 lay leaders and parish workers attended the seminars including 11 seminarians from the Prelature of Infanta

D. Other Groups (NGOs, GOs) Local Partner : Department of Social Welfare & DevelopmentNational Capital Region (National Vocational Rehabilation Center), Quezon City Date : Monthly film showing (March, April, May ’06) Course : Film Dialogue Participants : 55 Persons with Disabilities ( students) and 10 teaching and non-teaching personnel of DSWD

OTHER ACTIVITIES: A. Gays & Media Forum Fr. Richard Mickley, OSAe with Dr. Nymia Simbulan & Ms. Aida Santos as he shares his 40years of experience ministering to the gay communities

30 Mr. Dax de Castro of Amensty InternationalPilipinas with Dr. Sylvia Estrada-Claudio of University of the Philippines

Fr. Bernard Roosendahl being interviewed by Catherine de Castro of ABS-CBN (Channel 2) during the forum

B. Storytelling for Children during the Espiritu Libre The storyteller narrating the Legend of Lanzones Fruit to children and adult alike

C. Film (Donsol) Audition

Director Nerissa Picadizo, a pelikula@titusbrandsma volunteer with actors Sid Lucero & Angel Aquino. The audition for the film Donsol was held at the Titus Brandsma Center in coordination with the Titus Brandsma Media Center

31 Direk Adolf Alix, Jr. with a cast of the movie during location

*Donsol has won the following awards: the Best Cinematography and the Best Actress Award at the Cinemalaya ’06 and the Special Jury Prize at the 2nd Asian Marine Film Festival in Maruhari, Japan. The movie will also be in competition at the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA on October November ‘06. It is also an official selection for the Dominican Repbulic Film Festival on November ‘06 and at the Cairo Film Festival which will be held on December ’06.

C. Independent Film Festival Directors Jerrold Tarog, Jurly Maloloy-on and Lawrence Fajardo during the Open Forum

Fr. Christian B. Buenafe, OCarm, Exec. Director of the TBCMP addressing the audience

An audience query during the Open Forum

C. Supported the Abolition of Death Penalty Campaign

32 Attended the meeting organized by Mamamayang Tutol sa Bitay-Movement for Restorative Justice calling for the repeal of the death penalty law in the Philippines together with EU Members (Diplomatic Community) and Members of Philippine Legislators (Senate & Congress) at Dusit Hotel Nikko, Makati on May 31, 2006

D. Carmelite Communication Day Co-sponsor with ISA the celebration of the Carmelites Communication Day on March 19, 2006

Fr. Buenafe welcomes the participants

APPENDIX B: Course Description I. Media and Spirituality Through Film Dialogue A. Course/Activity Description: The course is a systematic and goal-oriented activity. It is a process of sharing our discoveries of religious/spiritual dimensions in the film in the light of the Gospel. It is an interpersonal communication of the viewers in their experiences of the film which will lead to a more in- depth appreciation and reflection with regards to the film viewed. B. Objectives: 1. Introduce basic understanding of Media and Spirituality;

33 2. Facilitate a process of dialogue, confrontation and clarification about one’s experience of the film; 3. Have a better understanding and perception of the film; 4. Order, digest, and integrate experiences, vision and interpretations; 5. Grow and develop one’s capacity in religious and spiritual meaning-giving. C. Target Participants: Minimum of 35 participants, maximum of 150 participants 1. Schools (administrators, teachers, non-teaching personnel, students) 2. Parishes (PPC, WESTY, Catechists, Youth groups, mandated organizations, etc.) 3. Religious Houses/Seminaries (religious, seminarians) D. Course Duration: 1 day (at least 8 hours) E. Methodologies/ Approaches: 1. Lecturette 2. Film Viewing 3. Reflection and Open Sharing 4. Film Dialogue F. Materials/Needs: 1. An enclosed room/ classroom/ Audio-Visual Room 2. Film (VHS, VCD or DVD format) 3. TV set for small group or LCD projector with screen for bigger group 4. VHS, VCD or DVD player and sound system with auxiliary G. Expected Output: 1. Develop Critical Film Awareness and Sensitivity 2. Maturity in making stance regarding film issues 3. Formation of Social Conscience 4. Deepened one’s Spirituality II. The State of Philippine Media and the Challenges of Social Communication Towards Evangelization

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A. Course Description The course is goal- oriented, interactive and discerning activity. The first part is a discussionsharing on the state of media today – communication, media and values formation as presented thru a collection of studies and researches on media issues confronting the society today. The second part tackles the early beginnings and recent challenges of Social Communication thru the Church’s programs, documents and structures. As Church and as a people, we see and experience the effects of media influences and control in our daily lives. Our faith also pushes us to hopeful witnessing in confronting the challenges of today’s new age of media. Thus, this course motivates one’s spirituality in applying Social Communication in the society towards Evangelization. A. Objectives 1. Make the participants aware of the Media situation and its effects in the development of society today; 2. Introduce Social Communication, integrating the concepts of Media and Spirituality in the understanding and application of one’s interaction with media; 3. Know the initiatives taken by the Church and the media structures she formed to respond to the challenges of the times of our times; 4. Discern and challenge ones’ spirituality to guide us (media consumers) in understanding media and create a critical thinking skills thru the means offered by the Church’s Social Communication. A. Target Participants: (a minimum of 30 persons to a maximum of 150 persons) 1. Parishes (PPC, WESTY, Catechists, Youth groups, mandated organizations, etc.) 2. Schools (administrators, teachers, students) 3. Religious Houses/Seminaries (religious, seminarians) B. Time Duration: 1 day (at least 8 hours) C. Methodologies/ Approaches: 1. Input Presentations

35 2. Lecture 3. Reflection and Group Sharing 4. Plenary D. Materials/Needs: 1. An enclosed room/ classroom/ AV Room with chairs 2. Computer with CD-Rom and LCD projector 3. Sound System 4. VHS or DVD player E. Expected Output: 1. Critical awareness on the state of Media, its content and values; 2. Informed and enlightened faithful on the Church’s programs on Social Communication; 3. Encouraged to take active role and contribution in the Church’s initiatives and programs on Social Communication; 4. Initiate various forms and means to complement the further development and application of Social Communication in the Church and society. III. Parenting in the Multimedia Age A. Course/Activity Description: The course is a sharing of experiences among parents about the problematic areas in rearing their kids based on their children’s interactions with the media. The course explains the current media landscape to provide an overview and describes the multimedia age that their children is now in, how to cope and deal with it through the use of media literacy and practical suggestions. This course will try to harness understanding between parents and their children, the parents to catch up with the kids and the kids to be understood more by their parents and help them to be also adept to new ways of interacting with information and using advance technological ways of communicating.

36 Suggestion: It will be best if both parents and children will attend the seminar-workshop to have a complete sharing, interaction that leads to understanding. This will give opportunity for both to interact and clarify issues. There should be a panel for the parents and a panel for the students (specifically their kids). B. Objectives: 1. Awareness of the Multimedia Age 2. Identify key issues of children in Multimedia Age 3. Reaffirm parent’s role in bringing up children in MMA C. Target Participants: Minimum of 35 participants, maximum of 150 participants 1. Schools (administrators, teachers, non-teaching personnel, parents, students) 2. Parishes (PPC, WESTY, Catechists, Youth groups, mandated organizations, etc.) 3. Religious Houses/Seminaries (religious, seminarians) D. Course Duration: 1 day (at least 8 hours) E. Methodologies/ Approaches: 1. Lecturette 2. Film Viewing 3. Reflection and Open Sharing 4. Film Dialogue F. Materials/Needs: 1. An enclosed room/ classroom/ Audio-Visual Room 2. Film (VHS, VCD or DVD format) 3. TV set for small group or LCD projector with screen for bigger group 4. VHS, VCD or DVD player and sound system with auxiliary

G. Expected Output:

37 1. Develop understanding for the youth born in this age and being exposed to all forms of advance media technology; 2. Maturity in making stance regarding media content in TV, radio, print, cable and internet for effective parental guidance; 3. Develop and encourage involvement of the parents and their children to new ways of interacting with each other with the use of new technology in communication. IV. Teaching in the Multimedia Age A. Course/Activity Description: The course is a sharing of experiences among teachers, administrative staff, non-working personnel and other academic people on the multimedia age and how to get their students to listen to them. This course will give/review the new learning trends that will help teachers’ find/design the most suitable methods for teaching their students. Teachers will learn how to cope and deal with their students who are constantly exposed to new ways of interacting with information and advance technological ways of communicating. The course also offers practical suggestions for teachers on how they will become effective learning partners. B. Objectives: 1. Awareness of the Multimedia Age; 2. Identify key issues of children in Multimedia Age; 3. Reaffirm teacher’s role in educating their students in MMA. C. Target Participants: Minimum of 35 participants, maximum of 150 participants 1. Schools (administrators, teachers, non-teaching personnel, parents, students) 2. Parishes (PPC, WESTY, Catechists, Youth groups, mandated organizations, etc.) 3. Religious Houses/Seminaries (religious, seminarians) D. Course Duration: 1 day (at least 8 hours) E. Methodologies/ Approaches: 1. Lecturette 2. Film Viewing 3. Reflection and Open Sharing

38 4. Film Dialogue F. Materials/Needs: 1. An enclosed room/ classroom/ Audio-Visual Room 2. Film (VHS, VCD or DVD format) 3. TV set for small group or LCD projector with screen for bigger group 4. VHS, VCD or DVD player and sound system with auxiliary G. Expected Output: 1. Develop understanding for the youth born in this age and constantly exposed to all forms of advance media technology; 2. Maturity in making stance regarding media content in TV, radio, print, cable and internet for effective parental guidance; 3. Develop and encourage involvement of the teachers and their students to new ways of interacting with each other with the use of new technology in communication. V. Media Education through Film Dialogue (Formerly known as Introduction to Film Dialogue) A. Course/Activity Description: The course is a systematic and goal-oriented activity. It is a process of sharing our discoveries of religious/spiritual dimensions in the film in the light of the Gospel. It is an interpersonal communication of the viewers in their experiences of the film which will lead to a more in- depth appreciation and reflection with regards to the film viewed. B. Objectives: 1. To facilitate a process of dialogue, confrontation and clarification about one’s experience of the film; 2. To have a better understanding and perception of the film; 3. To order, digest, and integrate experiences, vision and interpretations; 4. To grow and develop one’s capacity in religious and spiritual meaning-giving. C. Target Participants: (Ideal number of participants 20 – 30 persons)

39 1. Parishes (PPC, WESTY, Catechists, Youth groups, mandated organizations, etc.) 2. Schools (teachers, students) 3. Religious Houses/Seminaries (religious, seminarians) D. Number of Days: 1 day (at least 8 hours) E. Methodologies/ Approaches: 1. Lecturette 2. Film Viewing 3. Reflection and sharing 4. Film dialogue

F. Materials/Needs: 1. An enclosed room/ classroom/ AV Room with chairs 2. Film (VHS, VCD or DVD) 3. TV set or LCD projector 4. VHS, VCD or DVD player G. Expected Output: 1. Develop Critical Film Awareness and Sensitivity 2. Maturity in making stance regarding film issues 3. Formation of Social Conscience VI. Media and Spirituality: The State of Philippine Media and the Importance of Media and Communication in Inter-faith Dialogue A. Course Description This course gives a background on the method of “dialogue/dialogic/al” communication differentiated with monologic communication and the importance of media in the process of

40 dialogue. This will be a mini-lecture/group sharing that aims to level-off understanding about interfaith dialogue, how it emerged and the efforts done by various Churches to make it grow. This session will also review the how to’s and essence of engaging in interfaith/interreligous dialogue. B. Objectives 1. Share the roots of dialogue/dialogical communication and come up with a basic understanding on the process in the communication perspective. 2. Awareness of the importance of media in the process of dialogue especially in its development and to making it known. 3. Come up with a basic understanding and leveling off on the topics of interfaith dialogue and all issues related to it. 4. Awareness and consciousness that various Churches have done maximum effort for the cause of interfaith dialogues through documents/papers written and gatherings organized. 5. Review the process of dialogue, the elements needed to proceed to it successfully and renew among the participants their commitment to the advancement of interfaith dialogue through various programs and activities they may establish. C. Target Participants Minimum of 35 participants, maximum of 150 participants 1. Parishes (PPC, WESTY, Catechists, Youth groups, mandated organizations, etc.) 2. Religious Houses/Seminaries (religious, seminarians) 3. Different faith communities (Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus, Christians, etc…) D. Course Duration:

Half day (4 - 5 hours)

E. Methodologies/Approaches 1. Lecturette 2. Reflection and Group Sharing 3. Plenary Sharing F. Materials Needed

41 1. An enclosed hall/audio-visual room/classroom 2. Computer and LCD Projector / White wall/fabric for screen 3. Sound system with auxiliaries and cassette recorder G. Expected Output 1. Awareness and consciousness on the relevance of media in the process of dialogue. 2. Renewal of commitment to interfaith dialogue and openness to other avenues that accommodate such dialogue. 3. Acknowledge the efforts of various Churches on the growth of interfaith dialogue that would in turn come up with own contributions to make it grow more. 4. Both deepening of one’s spirituality and acceptance of other religious beliefs that transcends to understanding others’ culture. 5. Develop the culture of peace, justice and acceptance. H. Outline of the Course I. An Overview and of the Underpinnings of Dialogue Communication Theorists:
David Bohm
Peter Senge
Robert Hargrove
William N. Isaac
Dervin, B. o Theories on Dialogue
Monologic and Dialogic Communication
Convergence Model of Communication
Integrated Model of Communication for Social Change
Education and Critical Theory II.

Basics of Inter-faith Dialogue


Concept of God
Why So Many Religions?
Similarities of Christian and Muslim faiths
Overview of Interfaith Dialogue

42 The ABC of Interfaith Dialogue 1. What is Interfaith Dialogue? 2. Why engage in Interfaith Dialogue? 3. Who should engage in Dialogue? 4. How to enhance Interfaith Dialogue? 5. The ABCD of Interfaith Dialogue? III.

Application of Theories
Importance and Relevance of Media and Communication in the Process of Dialogue
The “Active Critical Audience”

IV.

Application
Discuss concrete proposals and activities to strengthen Interfaith Dialogue

VI. The State of Philippine Media and the Challenges for Community Development Workers (A Short Course) Time Duration

: 6 hours (whole day) 9-12 then 1:30-4:30

Target Participants

: community development workers of any NGOs or

POs or government line agencies Minimum No. of Participants

: 15

Number of Resource Persons

: 2-3

Objectives: At the end of the day, the participants will: 1. Learn about “Media” - the shift from means to culture and its implications for Community Development; 2. Learn about the Philippine Media trends, issues and needs of media workers; 3. Learn what it means to be media literate;

43 4. Discern how media can be a tool for community development by being able to identify concrete programs, projects and activities that a PO/NGO or informal community groups can undertake. Flow of Presentation: 1. Opening Rites a. Welcome Remarks b. Introduction of Course Objectives c. Introduction of Resource Persons/Facilitators 2. Lecturette 1: a. Media from means to culture b. Community: from global/local to glocal c. Development: from goal to process 3. Activity 1: In this Information Society, do people know more? (Media Literacy in the age of New Media) 4. Lecturette 2: Philippine Media Trends and Issues (Presentation of different Research Studies on Media Issues) 5. Activity 2: Media as Tool for Community Development 6. Lecturette 3: The Active Media Audience Materials Needed: 1. A good seminar-workshop space, where participants and resource person can move around; 2. A large white space for LCD projection; and 3. A reliable sound system.

Sub-course: Film Dialogue and Social Conscientization (A Short Course)

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Time Duration

: 6 hours (whole day) 9-12 then 1:30-4:30

Target Participants

: community development workers of any NGOs or

POs or government line agencies Minimum No. of Participants

: 15

Number of Resource Persons

: 2-3

Objectives: At the end of the day, the participants will: 1. Learn the basics of film and film dialogue; 2. Have a better understanding and perception of films and be able to make a mature stand regarding film and social issues; 3. Discern how film can be used as a tool for community development; 4. Discern about how the film, as a media form, can be a force for social conscientization; and 5. Learn skills in film dialogue as a tool for community education. Flow of Presentation: 1. Opening Rites a. Welcome Remarks b. Introduction of Course Objectives c. Introduction of Resource Persons/Facilitators 2. Lecturette 1: a. Impetus: Film - “pleasure politics” b. Purpose: Conscientization for what? c. Films for Social Mobilization (Advocacy Campaigns/Community Education/ Community Organizing) d. The Active Audience 3. Lecturette 2: Film Dialogue a. Film and Film Dialogue Basics b. How film dialogue is different from other concepts c. Film Sensibilities and Sensitivities 4. Activity: Film Viewing

45 o 3 Choices: Imelda or Magnifico or Tuhog 5. Actual Film Dialogue Materials Needed: 1. An enclosed room/classroom/audio-visual room; 2. DVD Player 3. LCD projector 4. A reliable sound system VII. Teatro’t Panitikan: An Introduction to Literary Dialogue and the Basics of Theatre A. Literature – based Workshop “Panitikan” (First Part) Introduction to Group Study and Theatre Program of the Titus Brandsma Center-Media Program & Introduction to the concept of “Literary Dialogue” Theme of the Workshop: “MINDANAO” (In the Eyes of its People) Morning Sessions:

October 25-30, 8-12 NN

Participants:

30 high school students, 10 college students and

9 postulants-professionals (49 total) Venue:

Social Hall

First Day Introduction Workshop Goals Workshop Objectives Activities Group Study and Theatre Program Literary Dialogue

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I.

Folk Media: Its contributions in the midst of modern mass media
Rationale
Relevance
Examples

II.

A Short Introduction to Basic Literature
What is literature?
Different forms of literary works/literature Poetry (narrative, lyric and dramatic) Prose Essays Short Stories

Strategy: Lecture/Inputs, assignment, ice breaker activities (getting to know you!), drawings Material: Power point presentations Assignment: Research for a Mindanawon Story (legend, poems, myths, short stories (etc.)

Second Day III.

Media/Art Content Analysis
Activity: Content analysis of paintings, sculptures, photos, ads, songs and TV/radio programs

IV.

Contextualizing Folk Literature
Analyzing folk stories based on values, lessons learned, ideologies,

psyches and frame of thinking promoted and presented.

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Application of stories to present life situations using experiences. V.

Suggestions for writing their own literary scenario (culminating activity) o Activity: Strengthening your imagination. Meditation. Imagine your dream getaway /place

Strategy: activities, analysis, lecture/input Material: Power point presentation Third Day VI.

Literary Dialogue A. Sample Mindanawon Stories (Researches by Jofti)
Reading
Discussion, dialogue within the group
Presentation
Debate/Panel Discussion group by group B. Sample Mindanawon Stories (Researches by Students)
Reading
Discussion, dialogue within the group
Presentation
Debate/Panel Discussion group by group

Strategy: discussions, concept approach, debates and panel discussions Assignment: Choose a contemporary story preferably authored by a Mindanawon Fourth Day VI. Group Study and Theatre Program: Application
Activity: Alternative possible solutions in a story. (in a skit)
Choose a contemporary story (Research by Jofti)
Discuss/ make a group study of the story.
Presentation
Critique each group’s story ending. Strategy: Literary dialogue Material: contemporary stories

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Fifth Day VII.

Group Study and Theatre Program: More Practice
Activity: Alternative possible solutions in a story. (in a skit)
Choose a contemporary story (Research by Students)
Discuss/ make a group study of the story.
Presentation
Critique each group’s story ending.

Strategy: Literary dialogue Material: contemporary stories Assignment: Choose a folk literature story, transform to what form (poem, epic, narrative, short story, essay, prose) and make a presentation with all the alterations made in the story, if there are things (scenes, characters, events) that you felt need to be changed.

Sixth Day VIII. Applying your own Folk Literature Stories
Presentation of your own folk literature story.
Explain how did you come up with such alterations after reading the original piece. Practice for the culminating activity. Seventh Day IX.

Culminating Activity

X.

Proposed Activity:
The students will be composing their own literature (playwright) very simple though, without yet the technicalities. Just the raw story in their minds about the theme; how they would make a positive presentation of Mindanao.

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Let their creativity flow: we let them choose what form they wanted to use for the presentation. It can be a dance, skit (drama), mime, choral speech, etc. They will use their composition for the presentation.

B. BASIC THEATRE ARTS WORKSHOP (Second Part) Prepared by Ms. Abbe May (Guest Facilitator) Theme of the Workshop: “MINDANAO” (In the Eyes of its People) Morning Sessions

: October 25-30, 1-5 PM

Participants

: 30 high school students, 10 college students and 9 postulants-professionals (49 total)

Venue

: Social Hall

Course Description: The following exercises have been chosen for a basic theatre arts training workshop. These are arranged according to exercise type and are not in final order. The objective of this workshop is to raise the confidence level of the participants and allow them to explore their capacity to perform or speak in front of an audience. Final output expected of this workshop is a class culminating activity showcasing what the students have learned from this training. Lectures are also included in this module and are classified as follows: 1. Workshop Orientation a. Introduction of Teachers (and Assistant Teachers) b. Workshop Goals and Objectives c. Workshop Rules and Regulations d. Workshop Showcase e. Teachers’ Expectations f. Students’ Expectations 2. Basic Theatre Arts (What makes a story/a good actor) 3. Pronunciation Drills 4. Common Errors in Speaking English

50 5. Stress and Intonation 6. Word Drills and Tongue Twister VIII. Basic Journalism Course: Focus on Media Critique and Analysis A. Course/Activity Description The course has an activity-based and output-oriented program. It is to learn the rudiments of basic journalistic writing for those who wanted to try at writing and not so basic for those who are already familiar with writing because of involvement in the school paper. But who needs a deepening in making analysis or critique of news and features and be able to learn how to write it. Simply, making more sense, impact and affecting the lives of others through their writing and calling others to act on problems. Focus is also given to the importance of Campus Journalism. B. Objectives
Making grounded critiques and analysis of news, feature and editorial reports and learning how to write better with more sense and impact for the student readers even the faculty and non-teaching personnel.
Familiarize oneself on the rudiments of journalistic writing – news, features and editorial.
Write (basic but effective) journalistic articles as part of the seminar/workshop.
Understand deeply and learn to value the role of the student press.
Understand and learn more the process of making a story and its publication.
Come-up/make necessary and effective changes in the school paper. C. Target Participants Minimum of 15 participants, maximum of 30 participants.
Schools – students who are very much interested in writing and those who are already part of the school paper. D. Course Duration The course is for two days. Each day is divided into input and workshop proper. E. Methodologies and Approaches

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Lecturette
Critiquing and Analysis, like a panel of discussion style
Viewing of news snippets to understand coverages.
Interactive activities especially during the workshop.

F. Materials Needed
An enclosed room/classroom/audio-visual room
Audio-visual Equipment
VHS/VCD/DVD format
TV set for a smaller group or an LCD projector for bigger group.
If the students can be asked to write their expectations before the seminar/workshop and bring a sample of their works. G. Expected Output
Develop critical thinking especially in analyzing media content.
Value journalism (even the campus journalism) as the truest form of public service.
Write effective, sensible, objective, fair and with impact articles that would enable to act seriously on issues and help solve it.
From a passive audience to an active audience.