Maristel R. Escabarte-Emano's Page

What motivated you (or your organization) to become involved in peace and conflict resolution?

I am from the Philippines, specifically Mindanao. I am not residing in the very place where war takes place every now and then. I have all the choice to sleep tight like nothing is happening around me. But every day of my life, I am searching. I am longing. I am dying to find a way to help. The children is my biggest concern. I wanted to be a part in promoting peace in the midst of war and conflicts which I believe derived from the true enemy of every individual involved which is POVERTY. I wanted to be part of the solution of this long time problem which is seemingly unending. If I can only help... I could have saved an innocent child who dies in war, in disease... because of poverty....

Please feel free to provide a short bio about yourself or the work of your organization (no more than 3 paragraphs)

I am a government employee. I am connected in the local government in our municipality working as one of the staff of a municipal mayor. Our office is very much exposed on all daily concerns of the people. Thats why, everyday of my life the fever to help is burning. I was ones a municipal Councilor in our municipality representing the youth, women and children. And even my term has already ended, the fire to protect and help them is alive. I am a Psychology graduate and finishing my masters in public administration. I am an advocate of peace, human rights and family values.

I believe that "Life is no more than just living... it must be shared". I am a mother and a wife. My mission is to inculcate to the mind of my only daughter Julianna Danielle (3 years old) the importance of living a life for others. Me & my husband both find donating blood a noble thing. We both hope that by donating our blood we could save life.

Please list the countries and/or regions in which you (or your organization) have direct and significant expertise

Philippines

What is your current country of residence (or location of your organization)?

Philippines

What is your current job (and organization) and/or where and what field are you studying?

Government Employee

How many years professional experience do you have ?

6-10

Which are your primary sectoral areas of expertise (or the primary sectoral areas of your organization) ?

Civil Society, Development, Environment, Gender, Human Rights, Organizational Development, Peacekeeping

Which are your primary skills areas(or the primary skill areas of your organization)?

Advocacy, Communication, Program Administration, Program Design, Training