Midterm Coverage on the Mindanao Conflict

This set of flashcards covers key concepts and definitions related to the Mindanao conflict, useful for exam preparation.

Bangsa

Means nation or people.

Bangsamoro

Refers to the collective identity of the Moro people of Mindanao.

Conflict

A serious disagreement fueled by competing interests such as land, identity, resources, and power.

Nation

A group with shared history, culture, language, and identity.

Marginalization

The process by which certain groups are pushed to the edge of society.

Moroland

The historical territory of the Moro people, functioning independently through sultanates.

Treaty of Paris (1898)

The agreement transferring the Philippines from Spain to the United States.

Jabidah Massacre

The killing of Muslim trainees in 1968 that sparked Moro nationalism.

MNLF

Moro National Liberation Front, a group that emerged after the Jabidah Massacre.

MILF

Moro Islamic Liberation Front, an armed group that later formed from the MNLF.

Centralized Government Policies

Policies favoring Manila that ignore local autonomy and traditional laws.

Land Displacement

The forced removal of communities from their ancestral lands.

Economic Decline

The reduction in economic health due to loss of land and resources.

Political Marginalization

The exclusion of certain groups from political power and participation.

Multi-layered Conflicts

Conflicts driven by political, cultural, and economic factors.

Identity Recognition

The acknowledgment of different cultural identities within a society.

BARMM

Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, aimed at promoting autonomy.

Dialogue

Converse aimed at resolving disputes or conflict.

Negotiation

Discussion aimed at reaching an agreement.

Cultural Identities

The shared characteristics of groups derived from culture and ethnicity.

Broken Trust

Loss of confidence between communities due to historical injustices.

Inclusive Governance

A governing approach that takes into account all community voices.

Historical Injustice

The long-term negative impacts of past wrongdoings on certain groups.

Roots of Conflict

The underlying causes that lead to clashes and disputes.

Role of History

Understanding past events and their impact on current issues.

Colonization

The act of establishing control over a foreign territory.

Migration Policies

Government rules on the movement of people that have impacted Moro communities.

Competing Interests

Conflicting needs or desires among different groups.

Self-determination

The right of a group to determine its own political status.

Political Power

The authority to influence or control politics and governance.

Social Factors

Aspects of society that influence relationships and power dynamics.

Cultural Factors

Elements that shape the identity and behavior of a group.

Identity Differences

Variations in cultural affiliation that can lead to conflict.

Negotiation Techniques

Methods used to facilitate discussions toward an agreement.

Economic Inclusion

Ensuring that all groups have access to economic opportunities.

Land Rights

Legal rights of individuals or groups to own and use land.

Political representation

The presence of a group's interests in political discussions and decisions.

Historical Analysis

The examination of past events to understand their long-term effects.

Cylical Violence

Repeated outbreaks of violence stemming from unresolved conflicts.

Resistance to Colonization

The actions taken by communities to oppose external control.

Autonomy

The ability of a group to govern itself independently.

Dialogue Initiatives

Programs aimed at promoting conversations between conflicting groups.

Research on Conflict Resolution

Studying ways to effectively address and resolve disputes.

Social Dynamics

The interplay of social factors that influence group behavior.

Legal Status of Moroland

The questionable legal status of Moro territories under colonial agreements.

Cultural Misunderstandings

Misinterpretations or lack of understanding of different cultural practices.