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The period of Martial Law represents a significant and dark chapter in the history of both the Philippines and Taiwan. In the Philippines, Martial Law was declared by President Ferdinand Marcos from 1972 to 1987, resulting in widespread human rights abuses, suppression of political dissent, and economic upheaval. In Taiwan, Martial Law was in place from 1949 to 1987, imposed by the Kuomintang (KMT) government, which led to severe restrictions on civil liberties, persecution of political opponents, and suppression of local cultures.Despite the oppressive environments, countless individuals in both countries resisted and survived the authoritarian regimes, their resilience and courage serving as powerful testaments to the indomitable human spirit. This event aims to bring together two such survivors to share their experiences, reflect on the impact of Martial Law on their lives and societies, and discuss the lessons learned from their struggles for freedom and justice.
The event will be conducted in English, as a hybrid event between Taiwan and the Philippines.
[Organizers]
Project Gunita is a Filipino youth-led academic research organization based in the Philippines focused on historical education, particularly on Philippine Martial Law History.
New Bloom Magazine is a youth organization and publication that focuses on pressing issues facing Taiwan and the Asia Pacific, especially in the fields of human rights, economy, politics, and culture. It also hosts a space called "Daybreak" where concerned citizens of all backgrounds discuss current events and develop a community of active players in civil society.
The Human Rights Violations Victims Memorial Commission (HRVVMC) is the Philippine Government agency tasked to memorialize the victims of Martial Law.
[Speakers]
Judy Marigomen Taguiwalo is a Filipina social worker, social activist, and educator. She formerly served as Secretary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development and was a participant in the 1971 Diliman Commune.
Fred Him-San Chin, a Taiwanese of Chinese descent born in Malaysia, was wrongfully imprisoned in Taiwan for twelve years from 1971 to 1983 during the White Terror. This occurred after he was forced to confess to a bombing that had taken place in the United States Information Service library where he had often studied by the KMT authorities. He is the author of Facing the Calamity: A Step Through Hurts & Hardships and Looking Beyond for Generations to Come.
Registration: https://bit.ly/echoesregistration
Suggested donation to keep Daybreak pay rent: 100 NT
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
台北市萬華區艋舺大道110號1樓, Taipei, Taiwan 108028, Taiwan