Regional Juvenile Justice and Welfare Committee - IX

19/08/2026

JJWC Statement on the Shooting Incident at the Ateneo de Zamboanga
University Junior High School

We are deeply saddened by the shooting incident at the Ateneo de Zamboanga University Junior High School, which claimed the lives of two children.

As authorities work to put together the details of what happened, we want to be clear that these were children. Their privacy, dignity, and their families’ privacy must be protected at all costs. Their identities and personal circumstances should not be unnecessarily disclosed or circulated.

We ask the public, the media, and everyone to exercise real restraint and care in reporting and sharing information. Sensationalizing a tragedy like this by sharing names, photos, videos, or other identifying details only adds to the pain already felt by the families, students, and community affected by this incident.

We urge everyone to refrain from disseminating unverified information and allow the proper authorities and the school to address the incident to ensure the safety of the students and the community. School safety and the protection of our students remain paramount, especially in the face of such a traumatic event.

Our deepest sympathies are with the families of the students, their classmates, teachers, and the entire Ateneo de Zamboanga University community. We appeal to everyone to act with compassion and responsibility, ensuring the safety, privacy, dignity, and well-being of our children remain at the center of our response to this tragic incident.

19/08/2026

Appeal to the Public, Media Practitioners, Vloggers, and Content Creators

17/08/2026

Every positive change in a child's life starts with the small, loving choices made within their homes and communities. It is not about grand gestures, but the genuine care, protection, and heart we put into looking after our youth every single day.
When we guide our children with compassion and empathy, we help them build a safer, brighter future. Let us continue to choose love and understanding in every action, ensuring that every young person feels valued and supported right where they are.

Every positive change in a child's life starts with the small, loving choices made within their homes and communities. It is not about grand gestures, but the genuine care, protection, and heart we put into looking after our youth every single day.

When we guide our children with compassion and empathy, we help them build a safer, brighter future. Let us continue to choose love and understanding in every action, ensuring that every young person feels valued and supported right where they are.

12/08/2026

The diverse experiences of young people add incredible value to our society, yet their hopes for a brighter future remain the same. The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council remains committed to helping young people overcome their unique challenges so they can successfully navigate life.
Every child deserves to be heard and supported regardless of their current circumstances.

The diverse experiences of young people add incredible value to our society, yet their hopes for a brighter future remain the same. The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council remains committed to helping young people overcome their unique challenges so they can successfully navigate life.

Every child deserves to be heard and supported regardless of their current circumstances.

10/08/2026

Children carry our greatest potential and hold the key to a brighter tomorrow. Investing in their growth, protection, and well-being today is the most meaningful choice we can make for our collective future.
Every effort to guide, support, and uplift a young person is a step toward building a better world. When we give children the care and opportunities they deserve, we are securing a safer, more compassionate future for everyone.

Children carry our greatest potential and hold the key to a brighter tomorrow. Investing in their growth, protection, and well-being today is the most meaningful choice we can make for our collective future.

Every effort to guide, support, and uplift a young person is a step toward building a better world. When we give children the care and opportunities they deserve, we are securing a safer, more compassionate future for everyone.

10/08/2026

Indigenous communities bring vibrant identity, history, and rich heritage to our nation. The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council advocates for an inclusive environment where every indigenous child can grow up in a society that respects their unique culture.
Fostering this respect ensures that every young person, regardless of their background, feels valued and protected.

Indigenous communities bring vibrant identity, history, and rich heritage to our nation. The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council advocates for an inclusive environment where every indigenous child can grow up in a society that respects their unique culture.

Fostering this respect ensures that every young person, regardless of their background, feels valued and protected.

04/08/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃: Holding young people accountable shouldn't mean giving up on their future. Restorative justice strikes that balance by demanding accountability while offering a way forward.

Anger is a powerful, heady emotion.

04/08/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐒𝐖𝐃 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐱 𝐆𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧!
The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council (JJWC) proudly extends its congratulations to DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian for being recognized as the 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭 𝗧𝗼𝗽-𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 in the recent public trust and performance ratings (as of July 26, 2026).
Your steadfast leadership, compassion, and unwavering commitment to public service continue to inspire us as we work together to protect and promote the welfare of every Filipino child.
Mabuhay po kayo, Sec. Rex! 🇵🇭

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐒𝐖𝐃 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐱 𝐆𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧!

The Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council (JJWC) proudly extends its congratulations to DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian for being recognized as the 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭 𝗧𝗼𝗽-𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 in the recent public trust and performance ratings (as of July 26, 2026).

Your steadfast leadership, compassion, and unwavering commitment to public service continue to inspire us as we work together to protect and promote the welfare of every Filipino child.

Mabuhay po kayo, Sec. Rex! 🇵🇭

03/08/2026

Our youth look up to us and find their way by watching how we act, how we care, and how we treat others. When we actively choose to lead with compassion, patience, and understanding, we are helping guide them toward a much better path in life. Every kind action and supportive choice we make today helps shape a safer, more loving world for them to grow into.

03/08/2026

Breastfeeding brings natural protection and love to infants, giving them the healthiest start in life. Celebrating this month means actively supporting mothers as they nurture the next generation.
A thriving and healthy community begins with children who are raised with adequate care, nutrition, and early support.

Breastfeeding brings natural protection and love to infants, giving them the healthiest start in life. Celebrating this month means actively supporting mothers as they nurture the next generation.

A thriving and healthy community begins with children who are raised with adequate care, nutrition, and early support.