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Mindanao Conflict
Quick Background
• Islamic missionaries traveled to area in 16th century.
• Spanish colonized area in 19th century.• America kicked Spanish out in early 20th
century.• Country and government was formed.
Catholicism became nation religion. • Southern island stayed predominantly
Muslim.
Conflict
• 30+ years of civil conflict.• Mindanao wants to be independent.
Government says no.• Military fighting between both groups.• Steady peace is reached in 2010-2011.
Island now wants regional sovereignty.
Culture
• Muslim/Islander culture.• Patriarchal• Women in supportive roles both in home
and military.• Some women combatants
New Help
• Women are becoming educated in conflict resolution theory and skills.
• Women have been advocating for peace.• Women are now allowed at the peace table
for the island of Mindanao.
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