Our cover shows the Negros Nine Logo bearing the map of Negros with the initials ‘KK’ which stand for Kristianong Katilingban, the cross signifying Catholicism. Behind is the photo of the Negros Nine members taken sometime in 1983 when they were in prison during Martial Law.

‘The story of the Negros Nine symbolizes the struggle of the poor for a better life in a safe and sustainable environment, ie, “total and integral human development.”’ The 25th anniversary of the release of the Negros Nine on 3 July 1984 will be celebrated with a Mass and program in Kabankalan City on 2 July.

Ask your students, ‘What is being evoked in the picture? What stories are you reminded of when we speak of Martial Law?’