Senior High School DepED Philippine Politics and Governance Quarter 2 —- Module 11: Civil Societies and&) What I Need to Know ‘This module introduces you the basic concepts, role, and contributions of Civil Society and Social Movements to Philippine Democracy. At the end of the module, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding on the vital role played by an active civil society and social movements in ending the authoritarian regime in the country, how it contributes to a functioning nation, and have been considered as one component in the democratization process. ‘The module has one lesson, namely: * Lesson 1 - Concepts, Role, and Contributions of Civil Society and Social Movements to Philippine Democracy After going through this module, you are expected to: 1. explain the concepts, role, and contributions of civil societies and social movements to Philippine democracy.(4) What I Know I. FACT or BLUFF. The following are statements about the concept, role and contributions of civil society and social movements to Philippine democracy. On your answer sheet, write FACT if the sentence is correct, write BLUFF if otherwise. 1, Non-Governmental Aid Organizations (NGOs), provide assistance to people for little or no fee. 2. EDSA 2 overthrown the Marcos regime in February 1986. 3. A study of civil society examines the characteristics of associations in a public domain or arena and their role in politics and society. 4. People power” brought back democratization to the Philippines 5. NGOs are operated by the government. 6. The brutality of the Marcos regime drew strong opposition from variety social groups and movements in the Philippines. 7. Civil society includes classical ‘political voices’ and forms of self-organization that are not politicized such as registered charities, faith-based associations, or self-help groups. 8. EDSA 2 overthrown the Marcos regime in February 1986. 9. Social movements were decisive forces in democratic breakthrough in the Philippines. 10.Family could be considered a part of civic society because they voluntarily contribute to your well-being and generally ask for nothing in return. MULTIPLE CHOICE: Read the following items carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer on a separate sheet of paper. 1, Itis comprised of groups or organizations working in the interest of the citizens but operating outside of the governmental and for profit sectors a. Civil Society c. Sectoral Party b. Cooperatives d. Social Movement 2. A sectoral party dedicated to promoting the rights of Filipino women through participation in the country's electoral system and organs of governance. a. Charities c. Gabriela b. Feminism d. Women Empowerment 3. It was a series of popular demonstrations in the Philippines that began in 1983 and culminated on February 22-25, 1986. a. EDSA Revolution 1 c. Social Movement b. EDSA Revolution 2 d. Rally 4. These organizations are not operated by the government, are very often reliant on donations, and tend to be comprised of volunteers. a. Coalition c. People’s Organizations b. Non-Government Organizations _. Sectoral Organization 25. It was defined as a sustained and purposeful collective mobilized by an identifiable, self-organized group in confrontation with specific power structures and in the pursuit of socioeconomic and political change. a. Civil Society Organizations c. Non-profit Media Organizations b. Cooperatives d. Social Movements Civil Society and Social Movements &) What’s In As you learned from Module 10, political parties and elections play an important role in the analysis of democratization in the country. You must also remember that conducting elections as a political process in a democratic country is the most needed component in order to let the people’s voice be heard and feel that the place they are living with is free and fair. The current electoral system in the country was established under the 1987 Constitution. What’s New Enumerate at least five institutions or organizations that influence your life and the lives of people in your community. Tell something about it. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper. » vp geGQ) What is It What defines a civil society? As of July 15, 2020, according to study.com, a civil society is comprised of groups or organizations working in the interest of the citizens but operating outside of the governmental and for-profit sectors. They are known to champion issues of the marginalized members of the society, such as issues on poverty, environmental protection, human rights, labor rights. Organizations and institutions that make up civil society include labor unions, non-profit organizations, churches, and other service agencies that provide an important service to society but generally ask for very little in return, On a global scale, organizations from civil society play an incredibly important role. In the consequences of a disaster and pandemic such as the eruptions of Taal Voleano and COVID 19 group like the Philippine Red Cross was instrumental in serving those affected and helping them get back to normal. Philippine Red Cross has truly become the premier humanitarian organization in the country, committed to provide quality life-saving services that protect the life and dignity especially of indigent Filipinos in vulnerable situations. These groups are considered Non-Governmental Aid Organizations (NGOs), which provide assistance to people for little or no fee. NGOs fall into the category of civil society because they are not operated by the government, are very often reliant on donations, and tend to be comprised of volunteers. Another example of civil society at work is civic groups, such as the Rotary Club or Kiwanis. In the Philippines, these are groups that are made up of people from the community who volunteer their time in order to raise money for community projects or needs. Though these groups tend to be much smaller than NGOs, they are important because they represent the ordinary citizen contributing to the 4 “overall well-being of their community.In certain cases, your family could be considered a part of civie society because they voluntarily contribute to your well-being and generally asi for nothing in return. This, in-turn, might allow you to go out and contribute elsewhere in the broader civil sector. According to Khan et al. (2015) civil society organizations and social movement play an essential role in democratizing polities and governance and can provide both immediate relief and longer-term transformative change by: defending collective interests and increasing accountability; providing solidarity mechanisms; facilitate participation of the people in the policy-making and execution process of the government key participant political force; role in enhancing democracy; important institutional vehicles; and directly engaging in service delivery and challenging prejudice. vv ie vvyv v What defines a social movement? Philippine politics and the struggle for genuine social change are best demonstrated through the country’s social movements. Social movements have been making mark in our history since the colonial period up to the present time. As stated by Colas (2002), social movements are defined as a sustained and purposeful collective mobilized by an identifiable, self-organized group _in confrontation with specific power structures ____~___| and in the pursuit of socioeconomic and political change. Many social scientists have defined social movements in different context but all of them states that social movements are groups meant to bring social change (Banga 2014). According to Blumer, social movements are collective enterprises to establish a new order of life. Social movements are a collectivity which acts with some continuity to promote or resist a change in the society or group of which it is a part. Social movements are called “social” because they intend nn to bring about change in the society and “movement” Wy because they have the capacity to mobilize or organize VES) people with common interest and goals. (Banga 2014) | According to Phatharathananunt (2012) Social /) movements were decisive forces in democratic | breakthrough in the Philippines. Under the dictatorial regime of Marcos, the following decades witnessed Mii ls siwidespread human rights violations. Students, academics, journalists, businessmen, laborers and peasants were arrested, tortured and Killed. In addition, the regime also plundered the Philippines’s economy through the use of various kinds of corrupt practices The brutality of the regime drew strong opposition from variety social groups and movements, especially from the National Democratic Front (NDF). Opposition to the Marcos regime escalated after the killing of opposition member Benigno Aquino in 1983, The opposition culminated in a massive popular uprising widely known as EDSA 1 (after the Epifanio de los Santos Avenue or EDSA where the majority of protests took place) that toppled the Marcos regime in February 1986. Ironically, it was moderate social movements and disaffected military officers, that fought Marcos before martial law all the way up to the uprising and that, through its leading role in “people power” brought back democratization to the Philippines. A similar movement held on January 18, 2001 caused the dethronement of former President Joseph Ejercito Estrada in the event now known as EDSA People Power Il wherein hundreds of thousands Filipinos poured into the EDSA shrine area, When the numbers of protesters reached a million the next day, the leadership of the military and police withdrew their support from Estrada and expressed support for Arroyo. This act signaled the end of Estrada’s presidency. Because power resides with the people in a democratic government and the citizens can directly or indirectly affect their government, social movements and social organizations contribute to democracy by providing a venue where the citizens can voice out their concerns to the government programs. Some organizations can initiate programs that may help other people of the people. They can function as watchers or observers of the government, calling the attention of both government and the people to act. These actions may result in the change of leaders or even the government.Ce) What’s More ACTIVITY 1 On the box provided below, provide a brief explanation about the activity of the following civic groups in our society. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper. Civic Group Advocacy 1.Gabriela 2. Greenpeace Philippines 3. Family 4. Red Cross 5. Kilusang Mayo Uno ACTIVITY 2 Look for three words/concepts that are related with civil society and social movements in the word cloud below then explain each word based on your understanding. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper. oh UMNGOVERNMENTA AL set ect ‘i \ Wilk CTH “EsbceNy é = rene URE ATION, é RS BU ee ed < as es ne G Bey, : Nira OO eeWhat I Have Learned “Answer the following questions. Write your answer on a Separate sheet of paper. 1. What are the important roles of civil saciety movements in good! governance? 2. What do you think might happen in a society with 4 weak and strong civil society?6) What I Can Do Paste a picture of yourself in a sheet of paper depicting your advocacy on how you may contribute a positive impact in an overall well-being of your community. Write a short essay about it. Your essay will be checked using the criteria below. Content a 15 points Structure, Logic and Transition - 15 points Presentation of Photo - 10 points Grammatical Accuracy - 5 points Punctuation, Spelling and Presentation - 5 points Total - 50 points Assessment IDENTIFICATION. identify the terms being described in the following statements. Write the letter of the correct answer on a separate sheet of paper. 1, It was defined as a sustained and purposeful collective mobilized by an identifiable, self-organized group in confrontation with specific power structures and in the pursuit of socioeconomic and political change. 2. These organizations are not operated by the government, are very often reliant on donations, and tend to be comprised of volunteers.3. Itis comprised of groups or organizations working in the interest of the citizens but operating outside of the governmental and for profit sectors 4. A sectoral party dedicated to promoting the rights of Filipino women through participation in the country’s electoral system and organs of governance. 5. These groups are smaller than NGO’s that are made up of people from the community who volunteer their time in order to raise money for community projects or needs. 6. It was a series of popular demonstrations in the Philippines that began in 1983 and culminated on February 22-25, 1986. 7. A civil group dedicated from fighting for the rights of workers such as proper funding of basic social services and wages. 8. It was a peaceful political protest from January 17-20, 2001 that overthrew President Joseph Estrada in his position. 9. It has truly become the premier humanitarian organization in the country, committed to provide quality life-saving services that protect the life and dignity especially of indigent Filipinos in vulnerable situations 10.Under his dictatorial government the country witnessed widespread human rights violations, corruptions and brutality that led to 1986 EDSA Revolution. MATCHING TYPE. Match the advocacy in Column A with the social civil organization in Column B. Write the letter of the correct answer on a separate sheet of paper. Column A Column B 1. Ensure children’s right toequal —a,_Haribon Foundation care and education b. Waves for Water 2. Help women of domestic abuse who feel too afraid to speak for ——¢__ Children’s Defense fund themselves. 3. Provide help to end hunger at d. Earth Island Institute home and abroad. 4 e. Women’s Environment and 4. Biodiversity conservation Development Organizations 5. To provide access to clean waier througirtie f. 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