Remembering as Resistance: Bantayog in Toronto, Canada
A hundred Filipinos and Canadians of Filipino descent gathered together in Toronto last September 27, 2025 to listen to people speak of their experience under the Marcos dictatorship. The forum, titled “Remembering as resistance,” was the group’s way of commemorating the 53rd anniversary of the declaration of martial law in the Philippines. Among the speakers were Nena Cervantes, sister of the late renowned film and theater director Behn Cervantes, Jose Malillin, nephew of murdered poet activist Eman Lacaba, Josie Hilao, sister of the first known activist killed under martial law Liliosa Hilao, and Bantayog ng mga Bayani Executive Director Ma. Cristina V. Rodriguez. Nena Cervantes described her brother Behn as like a sunbeam who loved to shine as well as to give light. Jose Malillin never met his uncle but remains inspired by the words he left behind. Josie Hilao said their father used the dining table to ingrain on his children the value of fighting against injustice. May Rodriguez spoke about censorship by the dictatorship and why remembering these experiences, especially for Filipinos who live abroad, was a powerful way of resisting disinformation and of passing on the lessons of the past to the young generation. The group agreed…
Saludo sa mga Haligi ng Bantayog
Saludo kami sainyo! We draw inspiration from people who have persevered in their commitment despite the continued threat of repression even after EDSA.
Strengthened Resolve
Strengthened resolve to pursue the Foundation’s aims of keeping alive the memory of those who contributed to the struggle for freedom, justice and democracy.
Statement on the social media post of Parlade
In a social media, Ret. Gen. Antonio Parlade referred to the Bantayog’s work and past leaders with statements that show little respect for truth or fairness.
Never again to tyranny
We commit to support the fight for our rights, for truth and justice, for our national sovereignty. Never again to tyranny!
Cordillera Heroes: Katutubong Dangal, Katutubong Tapang
Katutubong Dangal, Katutubong Tapang, a celebration for Cordillera heroes and unveiling of the Kalinga heroes monument replica at the Bantayog grounds.
PLM honors Liliosa Hilao with Gender & Development corner
The Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila honored Liliosa Hilao as the University opens its dedicated gender and development section.
We honor our heroes. We do not demean their memory.
We honor our heroes. We do not demean their memory. They teach us a powerful lesson they had paid for with their lives: Filipinos will fight for their freedom.
We oppose the plan to demolish the Kalinga heroes monument
We oppose the plan to demolish the Kalinga heroes monument – a unique and distinctive work of art bearing deep historical and cultural value.
Draft Anti-Terrorism Act 2020 violates right to free speech
We stand with those who oppose a proposed law that could be used violating rights to free speech, against illegal arrest and unreasonable searches and seizures.
Bantayog is awarded the 2017 Manuel L. Quezon Gawad Parangal
Bantayog receives the 2017 Manuel L. Quezon Gawad Parangal, QC’s highest honor bestowed on those that made significant contributions to society.
Magbaliktanaw at Magpatuloy
Gamitin natin ang araw na ito, kung ganun, hindi lamang para sa selebrasyon at pagpipiyesta kundi sa pagbabalik-tanaw sa ating nakaraan bilang isang bansa.