Lamitan City, Basilan | July 19, 2025 — In a strong show of support for inclusive peacebuilding and interfaith dialogue, the 101st Infantry (Three Red Arrows) Brigade actively participated in a Coordination Meeting and Consultation Workshop held at Sitti Auna River Resort in Lamitan City.
The event was part of the Advancing Synergy for Peace, Inclusion, and Reconciliation Efforts (ASPIRE) Program, which continues to spearhead collaborative peace and development activities across Basilan.
Colonel Frederick Sales, Acting Commander of the 101st Infantry Brigade, underscored the military’s commitment to the initiative, stating, “Genuine peace must begin at the grassroots level—through unity, dialogue, and mutual respect. This joint effort is a significant step in empowering our communities to become active agents of peace and development.”
The workshop brought together key stakeholders to map out strategies for organizing Community Awareness Campaigns, Peace Forums, and Islamic Symposiums—activities aimed at amplifying local voices, promoting religious harmony, and ensuring multi-sectoral participation in the normalization process.
Participants engaged in identifying priority areas, aligning efforts among various sectors, and fostering a unified vision for sustainable peace in Basilan. The inclusive nature of the discussions reflects the ASPIRE Program’s holistic approach to conflict transformation and social cohesion.
The 101st Infantry Brigade reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to working hand-in-hand with civil society, religious leaders, and government partners in advancing peace and development that respects the dignity, culture, and aspirations of the Basileño people.