Commemorations – UPD Office for Initiatives in Culture and the Arts

1 Mayo 2026 – Araw ng Paggawâ

Posted on May 1, 2026 - 9:00 AM.

Ngayong Araw ng Paggawâ, binibigyang-pugay natin ang bawat manggagawang Pilipino na walang sawang nagsusumikap para sa kani-kanilang mga pamilya at sa bayan. Nakikiisa ang UPD-OICA sa inyong patuloy na laban at sakripisyo sa gitna ng krisis sa mundo.

Ating gunitain ang Araw ng Paggawâ sa pamamagitan ng pagpapalalim ng ating kaalaman sa danas ng mga manggagawang Pilipino. Ito ang ilang mga sulatin:

J. E. Franco, “Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) as Heroes: Discursive Origins of the “Bagong Bayani” in the Era of Labor Export”, HUMANITIES DILIMAN (JULY – DECEMBER 2015) 12:2, 56-78. Accessed via saliksik.upd.edu.ph.
T. D. Ballesteros, F. D. Santos, E. M. Rubenito, and L. Angelo. “Assessing the Effectiveness of Employment Policies for Filipino Migrant Workers”. International Journal of Law and Public Policy, vol. 7, no. 1, pp. 31-38, Mar. 2025. Accessed via https://doi.org/10.36079/lamintang.ijlapp-0701.806.
Raquiza, Ma. Victoria R., Duke Thomas G. Dolorical, and Roja Salvador. 2024. “Are Female Workers in the Informal Sector Benefiting from the Expanded Maternity Leave Law? : A Preliminary Investigation.” Philippine Journal of Public Policy: Interdisciplinary Development Perspectives 2024: 39–89. Accessed via https://cids.up.edu.ph/female-workers-informal-sector-benefiting-expanded-maternity-leave-law/.
B. B. Velasco and R. P. Ofreneo. 2026. “Digitalization, COVID-19, and the Future of Women Workers in the Philippines”. Accessed via https://www.researchgate.net/publication/401371378_Digitalization_COVID-19_and_the_Future_of_Women_Workers_in_the_Philippines.
R. R. Potestades. 2024. “Juggling or Sailing through Everyday Life?: Understanding the Lived Experiences of Filipino Mothers as Online Freelancers and Outsourced Workers”. Feminist Pleasures: Building Intersectional, Inclusive, and Transformative Societies (pp.76-102). The Philippine Journal of Social Development. Accessed via https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378978633_Juggling_or_Sailing_through_Everyday_Life_Understanding_the_Lived_Experiences_of_Filipino_Mothers_as_Online_Freelancers_and_Outsourced_Workers.
B. Velasco. “Rights at Work and Workers’ Resistance in a Luzon Export Zone”. Philippine Journal of Social Development Volume 11, February 2019, pp. 82-98, ISSN 2094-523X. Accessed via https://cswcd.upd.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/PJSD11-B.Velasco.pdf.
R. C. Asa. “Why Did Workers’ Strikes Increase Under Duterte? Populism and Political Opportunities for Social Movements”. SOCIAL SCIENCE DILIMAN 19:2 July–December 2023. Accessed via saliksik.upd.edu.ph.

#EDSA40—25 Pebrero 2026

Posted on February 25, 2026 - 2:59 PM.

25 Pebrero 2026, Ika-40 Anibersaryo ng EDSA People Power Revolution

Sa kahabaan ng EDSA, nagtipon ang libo-libong Pilipino noong Pebrero 1986 upang magkaisa at tumindig laban sa rehimeng Marcos—isang mapayapang pagkilos bunga ng panalangin, tapang, at pag-asa para sa pagbabago.

Apatnapung taon na ang nakalilipas, nananatiling makabuluhan pa rin ang yugtong ito sa kasaysayan ng ating bansa. Ating gunitain ang diwa ng People Power Revolution sa pamamagitan ng ilang mga sulatin:

Alporha, V. (Dec 2021). “Transitions to Democracy: Options for Myanmar.” Praksis: The Journal of Asian Social Democracy. Volume 1 Issue 4. P. 64. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/370691755_The_Philippine_People_Power_Revolution_and_its_Lessons_for_Democracy
Gatmaytan, D.B. (2006 Feb 1). “IT’S ALL THE RAGE: POPULAR UPRISINGS AND PHILIPPINE DEMOCRACY.” Washington International Law Journal. Pacific Rim Law & Policy Journal Association. https://digitalcommons.law.uw.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1407&context=wilj
Claudio, L. and Curaming, R. (2010 February). “A Historicised (Re)Assessment of EDSA ‘People Power’ (1986). Asia Research Institute Working Paper Series No. 134. https://ari.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/201002-WPS-134.pdf
Filio, C.P. “THE TURNING POINT THAT NEVER ‘WAS (A Military Perspective on the “February Revolution”).” Asian Studies 25-26 (1987-1988) | People Power Revolution of 1986. Asian Studies Journal of Critical Perspectives on Asia. https://www.asj.upd.edu.ph/mediabox/archive/ASJ-25-26-1987-1988/filio.pdf
Lim, Benito. “CORY’S PEOPLE POWER.” Asian Studies 25-26 (1987-1988) | People Power Revolution of 1986. Asian Studies Journal of Critical Perspectives on Asia. https://www.asj.upd.edu.ph/mediabox/archive/ASJ-25-26-1987-1988/lim.pdf
Bries, F.S. and Labor P.D.P. (2025 Nov 24). “It’s Complicated: The Contradictions of Filipinos’ Conceptions of Democracy.” ISEAS Perpective 2025/95. https://www.iseas.edu.sg/articles-commentaries/iseas-perspective/2025-95-its-complicated-the-contradictions-of-filipinos-conceptions-of-democracy-by-francis-simonh-m-bries-and-paul-danielle-p-labor/
Momo, R.F. (2025 Feb). “CONFRONTING THE PAST: THE 1986 PEOPLE POWER REVOLUTION AND THE PHILIPPINE STRUGGLE WITH HISTORICAL MEMORY.” 10.13140/RG.2.2.27133.27362. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/389313309_CONFRONTING_THE_PAST_THE_1986_PEOPLE_POWER_REVOLUTION_AND_THE_PHILIPPINE_STRUGGLE_WITH_HISTORICAL_MEMORY

Mga sanggunian:

“Messages of the President Book 11: Corazon C. Aquino (Volume 3)” by Office of the President of the Republic of the Philippines. https://archive.org/details/MOP-Vol3-Corazon-C-Aquino/page/n1/mode/2up?q=people+power
Imahe mula sa “People Power, An Eyewitness History: The Philippine Revolution of 1986” (1986) ni Monina Allarey Mercado

Rizal Day—30 Disyembre 2025

Posted on December 30, 2025 - 2:48 PM.

Ating gunitain ang buhay ni Dr. Jose Rizal—isang siyentista, pilosopo, makata—sa pamamagitan ng pagyakap sa iba’t ibang uri ng kaalaman at kakayahan at sa pagsasaloob ng mga ito sa iba’t ibang uring serbisyong pampubliko tungo sa isang marangal, makatarungan, at mulat na pagpapairal ng nasyonalism sa ating lipunan.

Ito ang ilang piling mga sulatin tungkol sa buhay ni Dr. Jose Rizal, na nagpapakita ng kanyang paglago bilang intelektual at rebolusyonaryo:

Mojares, Resil B. “Jose Rizal in the World of German Anthropology.” Philippine Quarterly of Culture and Society 41, no. 3/4 (2013): 163–94. http://www.jstor.org/stable/43854727.
Capino, Diosdado G. “Jose Rizal and His Meaning for Germany.” Internationales Jahrbuch Für Geschichtsunterricht 8 (1961): 183–94. http://www.jstor.org/stable/43054787.
Ocampo, Ambeth R. “Rizal’s Morga and Views of Philippine History.” Philippine Studies 46, no. 2 (1998): 184–214. http://www.jstor.org/stable/42634257.
GUILLERMO, RAMON. “Moral Forces, Philosophy of History, and War in José Rizal.” Philippine Studies: Historical & Ethnographic Viewpoints 60, no. 1 (2012): 5–32. http://www.jstor.org/stable/42634701.
Quibuyen, Floro. “Rizal and the Revolution.” Philippine Studies 45, no. 2 (1997): 225–57. http://www.jstor.org/stable/42634230.
Ocampo, Estaban A. de. “Dr. Jose Rizal, Father of Filipino Nationalism.” Journal of Southeast Asian History 3, no. 1 (1962): 44–55. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0217781100000545.

Bonifacio Day—30 Nobyembre 2025

Posted on November 30, 2025 - 9:47 PM.

30 NOBYEMBRE 2025

Bilang paggunita sa buhay at kagitingan ni Andres Bonifacio, nakikiisa ang UPD-OICA sa mga tawag para sa hustisya, pananagutan, at katarungan, para sa isang malaya at mapagkalingang bayan.

Critical Readings on the state of Indigenous Peoples in the Philippines—Indigenous Peoples Month 2025

Posted on October 31, 2025 - 2:10 PM.

Habang tayo ay madalas sumangguni sa mga kaalaman, kasanayan, at gawaing pansining mula sa mga komunidad ng katutubo sa Pilipinas para bigyang saysay ang ating kamalayan at pagkakakilanlan bilang mga Pilipino, ang kanilang mga pasakit at ang mga hamon sa kanilang mapayapang pamumuhay ay hindi nabibigyan ng karampatang pansin.

Itong buwan ng mga katutubo, alamin natin ang kalagayan ng mga komunidad ng mga katutubo sa Pilipinas sa pamamagitan ng ilang mga babasahin mula sa mga organisasyong katuwang ng mga katutubo sa kanilang pagpupunyagi tungo sa buhay na payapa, marangal, at may kapasidad para umunlad ayon sa kanilang mga paniniwala at sa pamamaraang makabuluhan para sa kanilang buong komunidad.

References:

Legal Rights and Natural Resources Center: Link
Cultural Survival: Link
Mongabay News: Link
Legal Rights and Natural Resources Center: Link
Legal Rights and Natural Resources Center: Link
UP Center for Integrative and Development Studies (CIDS): Link
United Nations Development Programme Philippines: Link
The World Bank: Link
UP Center for Integrative and Development Studies (CIDS): Link

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COLOR	Dimensions (1 unit each)
black	460 cm x 152 cm
black	400 x 152
black	412 cm x 152 cm
black	263 cm x 152 cm
black	197 cm x 152 cm
black	179 cm x 152 cm
black	106 cm x 152 cm
black	121 cm x 119 cm
red	very large (see sample photo)

COLOR	Dimensions (1 unit each)
black	460 cm x 152 cm
black	400 x 152
black	412 cm x 152 cm
black	263 cm x 152 cm
black	197 cm x 152 cm
black	179 cm x 152 cm
black	106 cm x 152 cm
black	121 cm x 119 cm
red	very large (see sample photo)

Hauling, transportation	• Arranged by the borrower, provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Installation	by hanging only
Outdoor use	allowed
Alterations (i.e. cutting, adhesives)	not allowed
Other suggestions	If the cloths get wet, please have them washed before returning them fully dried.

Hauling, transportation	• Arranged by the borrower, provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Installation	by hanging only
Outdoor use	allowed
Alterations (i.e. cutting, adhesives)	not allowed
Other suggestions	If the cloths get wet, please have them washed before returning them fully dried.

Available quantity	15 units
Dimensions	4ft x 8ft
Color	gray

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1 Mayo 2026 – Araw ng Paggawâ

#EDSA40—25 Pebrero 2026

Rizal Day—30 Disyembre 2025

Bonifacio Day—30 Nobyembre 2025

Critical Readings on the state of Indigenous Peoples in the Philippines—Indigenous Peoples Month 2025

Black / red cloth

Rubber mats

Hanging vintage lamps

Bamboo panels

Mannequin heads

Pallet boards

Small LED TV

DVD player

LED uplights

String Lights

LED PAR Light Tower

Exhibition panels (accordion)

Red carpets with edging

Available quantity	40 units
Battery	AAA x3 (not included in the rental)
Dimensions	9 cm x 9 cm x 22 cm
Color	black
Light color	warm white, 3000K

Type	Dimensions	Quantity
Rectangular (with metal stand)	183 cm x 244 cm x 14 cm (thickness)	4 units
1/4 Circle Shape	235 cm x 145 cm x 14 cm (thickness)	4 units

Available quantity	30 units
Material	plastic
Dimensions	40 cm x 24 cm
Head circumference	~51 cm
Bottom size	22 cm x 14 cm

Available quantity	29 units
Dimensions	100 cm x 100 cm x 14 cm (thickness)
Material	Wood

Hauling, transportation	• Arranged by the borrower, provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Installations	• by stacking horizontally or mounting vertically • they can be connected using bolts and screws
Outdoor use	allowed
Alterations (i.e. cutting, disassembly)	not allowed
Re-painting	not allowed

Available quantity	4 units
Brand	Pensonic (LED-1612)
Dimensions	17″ x 13″ x 3″
Weight	2.329 kg
Resolution	HD 1366 x 768
Ports	HDMI x1 USB x1 VGA x2
Voltage	110-240V

Available quantity	3 units
Brand	NEXTBASE NB-308
Dimensions	10″ x 12″ x 1.5″
Weight	1.5 kg
Playable formats	MPEG-4, DVD, VCD, CD, Picture CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Voltage	110-240V

Available quantity	2 units
Product size	20 cm x 20 cm x 8 cm
Lamp luminous flux	180 – 540 lumens
Bulb power	18 LED – 50W
Light color	RGB (12 red, 12 green, 12 blue)
Input voltage	AC 100-240V / 50-60 Hz

Available quantity	2 units
Length	10.31 m
Light color	warm white 3000K
Input voltage	220 V

Available quantity	2 units
Maximum height	~10 ft
Length of T-bar	~6.56 ft
Lights capacity	supports up to 4 lights
Color	black

Number of available wooden pedestals	2 units
Dimensions	214 cm x 107 cm x 40 cm
Color	white

Dimensions	Quantity
51 cm x 51 cm, height: 90 cm	3
46 cm x 46 cm, height: 90 cm	1
41 cm x 41 cm, height: 90 cm	1
51 cm x 51 cm, height: 103 cm	2
31 cm x 31 cm, height: 103 cm	2
41 cm x 41 cm, height: 103 cm	1
46 cm x 46 cm, height: 77 cm	1
41 cm x 41 cm, height: 89 cm	1
61 cm x 61 cm, height: 102 cm	1
61 cm x 61 cm, height: 90 cm	1
61 cm x 61 cm, height: 77 cm	1

Number of available panel boards	1 unit
Dimensions	4ft x 8ft x 1.5 in (thickness)
Framing	wooden

Hauling, transportation	• Arranged by the borrower, provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Mounting	Allowed mounting materials: • Stapler / Gun Tacker • Thumb tacks • Hooks • Finishing Nails • Adhesives Borrowers are expected to remove all mounting materials used before returning the panel boards.
Re-painting	Allowed using latex paint
Other suggestions	For stickers, use separate boards then nail them onto the panels

Number of available panel boards	2
Panel boards dimensions	4ft x 8ft x 3in (thickness)
Platform dimensions	4ft x 3ft x 1ft (height)
Framing	metal (very heavy)

Number of available panel boards	12 pcs / 6 pairs
Dimensions	4ft x 8ft
Light fixtures	currently unavailable
Installation	Installed in pairs (to be able to stand upright)

Hauling, transportation	• Arranged by the borrower, provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Installation staff	• The rental fee includes installation services of two (2) UPD-OICA staff who will assist in assembling and disassembling the panel boards. • They are only available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays (except holidays).
Mounting	Allowed mounting materials: • Stapler / Gun Tacker • Thumb tacks • Hooks • Finishing Nails • Adhesives Borrowers are expected to remove all mounting materials used before returning the panel boards.
Re-painting	Allowed using latex paint
Other suggestions	For stickers, use separate boards then nail them onto the panels

Per pair rate	PhP 100 per pair without lights per week PhP 200 per pair with lights per week (currently unavailable)
Installation / Setup Fee (includes 2 installation staff, assembly and disassembly of panel boards)	P500/setup per ingress day for 1-3 pairs P1,100/setup per ingress day for 4-6 pairs

Dimensions	Quantity
27.2m x 4m (stored at CMO)	1
25m x 2.45m (stored at CMO)	1
11.87 meters x 1.2 meters	2
11.81 meters x 1.2 meters	2
10.73 meters x 1.2 meters	1
10.66 meters x 1.2 meters	1
8.10 meters x 1.2 meters	1
8.10 meters x 1.2 meters (with cut/hole)	1
7.71 meters x 1.2 meters	1
7.68 meters x 1.2 meters	1
5.92 meters x 1.2 meters	1
5.10 meters x 1.2 meters	3
4.80 meters x 1.2 meters (with cut/hole)	1
4.10 meters x 1.2m (with cut/hole)	1

Sizing, transportation, hauling	• Arranged by the borrower, in coordination with the UP Diliman Campus Maintenance Office (CMO), provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Cleaning	The borrower shall have the carpets cleaned / vacuumed before they are returned.
Alterations (i.e. cutting)	not allowed
Outdoor use	allowed