Artist and filmmaker Jun Sabayton, also known as “Bayaw,” shared a checklist of what Filipinos should bring to mass demonstrations denouncing corruption in flood control projects on September 21.
The comedian on Monday, September 15 reminded protesters going to Luneta or Rizal Park to be mindful of what to bring and what to wear for the upcoming rallies against corruption.
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Jun also included additional tips and other reminders, such as having a “safety mindset.”
His checklist for items to bring is the following:
- Water
- Snacks or energy food
- Eye protection
- First-aid basics
- Power bank
- Cash (small bills)
- Umbrella, cap, or light jacket
- Comfortable shoes
The artist also suggested rally-goers wear the following apparel:
- Neutral or plain clothes
- Closed shoes
- Layered clothing
Jun likewise advised the public to go with someone they know, be familiar with the rally route, stay connected with their families or loved ones, avoid tensions or confrontations, observe the crowd, keep calm, and refrain from bringing items that may be used against them, like knives or liquor bottles.
He also suggested that rally-goers download Bridgefy, a smartphone app that allows users to send messages to people within a certain distance if they do not have an internet connection.
There are two rallies scheduled for September 21, the 53rd anniversary of Ferdinand Marcos Sr’s declaration of martial law in 1972.
This year, protests will focus on denouncing corruption amid the investigation into the country’s flood control projects, among other issues.
The demonstration at Rizal Park, also known as the “Baha Sa Luneta” rally, includes students and activist groups, including the Campaign Against the Return of the Marcoses and Martial Law.
The protest is a call not only to condemn today’s corruption scandals, but also to “ensure that the same deception, abuses, and plunder are never repeated.”
Parallel protest
Another rally will happen at the People Power Monument on the same date.
At the center of the protests are allegations of massive irregularities and anomalies in flood control projects, with data pointing to some P1.9 trillion spent over the past 15 years, over half of which has been allegedly lost to corruption.
Recent weeks have seen smaller protests held in various parts of Metro Manila as the public continues to be bombarded with news of “ghost” projects, substandard works, and possible collusion within the government as the country experiences flooding this rainy season. — with reports from Philstar.com/Cristina Chi
