8ID commemorates National Human Rights Consciousness Week

By DPAO, 8ID PA
December 7, 2015

CAMP LUKBAN, Catbalogan City – The 8th Infantry Division, Philippine Army joined in the commemoration of the National Human Rights Consciousness Week during the Monday Flag Raising held at Division Admin Building today December 7, 2015.

The celebration bore the theme: “Karapatang Pantao: Igalang, Ipagtanggol, at Isakatuparan” was spearheaded by Major General Jet B Velarmino AFP, Commander, 8ID. It was attended by the officers, enlisted personnel and civilian employees of the Command.

Brigadier General Demy T Tejares, Assistant Division Commander, 8ID, PA as Human Rights Officer, led the troops in the reading of Panata sa Karapatang Pantao.

“As we pursue our sincere commitment, I am very aware and respectful of the role of every ‘Stormtroopers’ to the society and various stakeholders’ effort to broaden people’s awareness on their human rights,” Major General Jet B Velarmino in his message.

“It is our duty and mandate to protect and put an end to this impunity and cultivate a culture of respect to human rights in all levels of our Command,” Velarmino added.