IYCW ASPAC

𝐘𝐂𝐖 𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬

The Young Christian Workers (YCW) Philippines strongly expresses its serious concern and condemnation over the dismissal of our Comrade Nonito Morales, the current President of the Sakamoto International Packaging Corporation Union.
Amid this situation, it cannot be denied that harassment, union busting, and other forms of repression against workers who defend their rights continue to persist. Such actions clearly violate the right to organize and to act freely—fundamental rights that must be respected and protected.
The case of Nonito is not merely an individual issue. It reflects the broader condition of the working class, which continues to face job insecurity, intimidation, and injustice. Instead of recognizing the important role of unions in promoting sound labor relations, they are often subjected to threats and repression.

As a movement that upholds the dignity and rights of workers, YCW Philippines firmly believes that every worker has the right to speak out, organize, and fight for the welfare of others without fear of retaliation or unjust treatment.
We call on the company’s management to review its decision and ensure that justice and due process are afforded to Nonito. We also urge the concerned government agencies to immediately investigate this incident and guarantee the protection of workers’ rights.

In times like these, unity and firm resolve are more necessary than ever. We will continue to struggle alongside the working class for justice, recognition of rights, and the promotion of genuine dignity in labor.

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲. 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲. 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀.

YCW PHILIPINES OFFICIAL STATEMENT On the Dismissal of Nonito Morales The Young Christian Workers (YCW) Philippines strongly expresses its serious concern and condemnation over the dismissal of our Comrade Nonito Morales, the current President of the Sakamoto International Packaging Corporation Union.Amid this situation, it cannot be denied that harassment, union bust...

𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧, 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬: 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲

Women Rise Together in Community Empowerment Activity On March 29, 2026, a group of young women and young mothers gathered in Barangay 6, Mercedes, Camarines Norte for a meaningful Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality activity organized by the Philippine Young Christian Workers (PYCW). The event brought together 25 participants with a shared goal of strengthening awareness, dignity, and unity among women in the community.

Through open discussions, participants shared real-life challenges they face—such as financial struggles due to insufficient family income, difficulties in raising children, and experiences of bullying that affect confidence and self-worth. These realities highlighted the need for stronger support systems and equal opportunities for women. The activity guided participants to reflect on these situations and recognize that such conditions are unjust and do not uphold the dignity of women. Emphasis was given to the belief that every person has inherent worth and deserves respect and equality.

As a response, the program included sessions on women’s empowerment and gender equality, along with a livelihood training on making shanghai, providing practical skills that could help augment family income. The activity concluded with a sense of hope and unity, showing that when women come together, they can build confidence, support one another, and take action toward a more just an

𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 :

United Women, Empowered Futures: Advancing Gender Equality in the Community Women Rise Together in Community Empowerment Activity On March 29, 2026, a group of young women and young mothers gathered in Barangay 6, M

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠. 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞. ❤️

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Baby Eliana Kira Eliana Kira, is the daughter of former Philippines YCW fulltime worker, Jho Letada and her husband. Now ten months old, Eliana only weighs 4.6kg as a result of her medical condition, including a hole in the heart that is continuing to get larger. Her doctors have now informed the parents that surger...