Hundreds gathered on June 16 to pay tribute to Ka Louie Jalandoni, highlighting his life as a priest and religious figure, his journey along the path of revolution, and his commitment to just peace. The event, organized by Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan), Promotion of Church People’s Response (PCPR), Pilgrims for Peace, and Karapatan, brought together a diverse crowd from democratic groups and sectors in a fully packed UP Diliman Asian Center. The tribute event, titled ‘A life of faith, revolution, and the struggle for just peace,‘ commenced with a cultural production honoring Ka Louie’s revolutionary journey and unwavering dedication to serving the people.
Luis Jalandoni was senior adviser to the National Democratic Front of the Philippines Negotiating Panel at the time of his death. He served as NDFP chief peace negotiator for two decades prior.
