Philippine Political Science Association

01/11/2025

To what extent is corruption embedded in Philippine public life? How do Filipinos feel about corruption in government? In the midst of reports of large-scale irregularities in public infrastructure projects, the call to end corruption continues to echo in public discourse. But does this call still resonate with Filipinos today?

Join us for a morning of kwentuhan on “Kalakaran? The SWS Surveys on Corruption” at the Kapihan sa SWS on 13 November 2025, Thursday, 10:00 AM - 12:00 NN PHT.

Venue: SWS Knowledge Center, 52 Malingap Street, Sikatuna Village, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines or via Zoom.

This Kapihan, co-organized by Social Weather Stations (SWS) and National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) Division VIII (Social Sciences), will focus on SWS surveys on corruption dating back to 1999, beginning with the study “An Exploratory Study of Graft and Corruption in the Philippines," by Linda Luz Guerrero and Steven Rood, published in the Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) Social Science Information (January–June 1999). It will also present findings from the Transparent Accountable Governance (TAG) Surveys of Enterprises conducted from 2000 to 2016. In particular, the forum will highlight key results from the most recent SWS October 2025 Survey on Corruption among respondents in Greater Metro Manila (NCR, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal).

To provide perspective on the findings, there will be reactions from Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” C. Manhit, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of the Phil. Stratbase Consultancy Inc., and Dr. Jean S. Encinas-Franco, Political Science Professor at the University of the Philippines-Diliman.

Please feel free to pass this invitation on to your friends and colleagues who might be interested.

This event is free, but seats are limited. To confirm your attendance, visit: https://www.sws.org.ph/swsmain/artcldisppage/?artcsyscode=ART-20251101100250

01/11/2025

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𝘾𝙤-𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮:
Philippine Political Science Association
Association of Political Science Organizations of the Philippines

𝙄𝙣 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝:
Benildean Press Corps
Centro Escolar Integrated School - Manila Student Council
Centro Escolar University- Political Science Society
Circle of Public Administration and Governance Students
FEU Political Science Society
NU Manila Political Science Society
Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Muntinlupa Political Science Society
PNU Social Science Club
Samahan ng mga Mag-Aaral ng Agham Pampulitika - UDM
The PUP Social Studies Guild
University of Perpetual Help System Laguna- Political Science Society
UST AB Debate Parliament

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Board by: Frances Tongco
Caption by: Simon Maclang

Posted with permission from the Course Facilitator.

29/10/2025

📢 PPSA Updates

In the recent PPSA Board Meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the following key initiatives for 2025–2027:

1. PPSA Former Presidents’ Lecture Forum
2. Initiative for Early Career Members (ECM) of PPSA
3. PPSA’s Mentoring Project
4. PPSA Community Development and Extension Project
5. PPSA 2026 National Symposium - Focusing on the strengthening of the Political Science discipline in the Philippines
6. PPSA Lecture Caravan, which will continue to take place nationwide.

We’re ready to deliver, together. 🇵🇭🤝

27/10/2025

The 5th PPSA Lecture Caravan, held on 22 October 2025 at UST, brought together students and scholars for a timely discussion on “Gender, Politics, and Development: Current Conditions and Trajectory.”

The event opened with messages from Dr. Dennis Coronacion (Chair, UST Department of Political Science) and Dr. Reynold Agnes (President, PPSA), underscoring the importance of understanding gender in political and developmental contexts.

Prof. Jean Encinas-Franco, PhD (UP Diliman Department of Political Science) unpacked persistent gender gaps in political participation and representation, followed by Dr. Ronald Castillo (UST) who explored the evolving struggles and milestones of the q***r community.

Moderated by Jazztin Jairum Manalo, the forum wrapped up with closing remarks from Dr. Anthony Lawrence Borja (NCR Representative, PPSA).

19/10/2025

Join IPSA’s Webinar on Predatory Journals and the New Predation Index

https://www.ipsa.org/na/news/join-ipsas-webinar-predatory-journals-and-new-predation-index

14/10/2025

The 5th PPSA Lecture Caravan is happening this 22 October 2025 (1–4 PM) at the Thomas Aquinas Research Center Auditorium, UST!

Theme: Gender, Politics, and Development (Current Conditions and Trajectory)

With speakers:
• Prof. Jean S. Encinas-Franco, PhD (UP Diliman)
• Asst. Prof. Ronald M. Castillo, PhD (UST)

Moderated by Jazztin Jairum P. Manalo, MA (UST)

Don’t miss this insightful discussion on gender, politics, and development in the Philippines.

11/10/2025

FYI: This event is online via Zoom.

📢 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

We are inviting abstract submissions for the 2025 Biennial International Conference on Politics and Democracy in Southeast Asia (PoDSEA) on November 26, 2025 (venue to be announced). This year's theme is “Political Studies and Exploring Democratic Renewal in Southeast Asia.” Building on the success of the 2023 conference jointly organized by Department of Political Science at UPN Veteran Jakarta and University of the Philippines Diliman, the 2025 conference aims to reflect on Southeast Asia's democratic experiences, analyze institutional and participatory challenges, and advance constructive ideas for democratic renewal through cross-national collaboration among scholars, universities, research institutes, and civil society organizations.

Deadline for abstract submissions is October 19, 2025.

Possible Sub-Themes:
🟣 Democracy Renewal in Southeast Asia
🟣 Digital Transformation in Politics and Democracy
🟣 Political Institutions and Systems

Important Dates:
📌 Oct 6–19, 2025: Registration & Abstract Submission
📌 Oct 19–26, 2025: Abstract Review
📌 Oct 27, 2025: Abstract Decision
📌 Oct 28–Nov 20, 2025: Full Paper Submission
📌 Nov 26, 2025: Conference Day

Selected papers will be published in a special issue journal or an edited book.

Please don't hesitate to contact the secretariat at [email protected] for further inquiries.

09/10/2025

📢 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

We are inviting abstract submissions for the 2025 Biennial International Conference on Politics and Democracy in Southeast Asia (PoDSEA) on November 26, 2025 (venue to be announced). This year's theme is “Political Studies and Exploring Democratic Renewal in Southeast Asia.” Building on the success of the 2023 conference jointly organized by Department of Political Science at UPN Veteran Jakarta and University of the Philippines Diliman, the 2025 conference aims to reflect on Southeast Asia's democratic experiences, analyze institutional and participatory challenges, and advance constructive ideas for democratic renewal through cross-national collaboration among scholars, universities, research institutes, and civil society organizations.

Deadline for abstract submissions is October 19, 2025.

Possible Sub-Themes:
🟣 Democracy Renewal in Southeast Asia
🟣 Digital Transformation in Politics and Democracy
🟣 Political Institutions and Systems

Important Dates:
📌 Oct 6–19, 2025: Registration & Abstract Submission
📌 Oct 19–26, 2025: Abstract Review
📌 Oct 27, 2025: Abstract Decision
📌 Oct 28–Nov 20, 2025: Full Paper Submission
📌 Nov 26, 2025: Conference Day

Selected papers will be published in a special issue journal or an edited book.

Please don't hesitate to contact the secretariat at [email protected] for further inquiries.

03/10/2025

Call for Proposals: 2026 International Conference of the Philippine Political Science Association (PPSA)

Democracy: Navigating the Tensions of Unity and Division
Dumaguete City | April 2026

Unity is rarely neutral and frequently built on selective narratives, practices of exclusion, and the silencing of dissenting voices, leaving questions about who benefits from unity and who is rendered invisible in its name. Conversely, division is frequently framed as a threat to peace, stability, and progress. It is invoked as the antithesis of harmony and as a justification for authoritarian consolidation. However, history shows that division is not merely a disruptive force. It can be a deliberate tool of governance, enabling elites to fragment opposition, mobilise loyal constituencies, or reinforce social hierarchies. At the same time, division can serve not only as a reminder from reality that diversity is inevitable. It is also a political resource for change and resistance—fueling movements that challenge the status quo, articulate alternative visions of belonging, or assert the rights of marginalised groups.

Deadlines and Dates to Remember

Call for Proposals (Papers and Panels): 01 October 2025
Deadline for Submission of Abstracts: 15 November 2025
Release of Acceptance Notices: 15 January 2026
Confirmation of Participation and Registration of Presenters: 31 January 2026
Deadline of Payment for Participants: 30 March 2026
Release of Book of Abstracts: 15 April 2026

Those interested in presenting or convening panels may submit their proposals through our website: https://philpolsci.com/2025/10/01/ppsa-2026-call-for-proposals/

02/10/2025

26/09/2025

𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐥 𝐊𝐚! (𝐝𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐥 #𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐤𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧) 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝟐𝟐: 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝; 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭?

The suspension of preparations for the Bangsamoro parliamentary elections, following the Supreme Court's issuance of a temporary restraining order (TRO) on the Bangsamoro Redistricting Act of 2025 or BAA 77, has generated significant discussion across legal and political sectors. The TRO halts the implementation of a redistricting law crucial to shaping equitable representation in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), delaying the region's scheduled parliamentary elections on October 13, 2025.

Join us on this episode with valuable insights from:
1. Miriam Coronel-Ferrer, Chairperson, Government of the Philippines Negotiating Panel
2. Sam Chittick, Country Representative, The Asia Foundation - Philippines & Member, Third Party Monitoring Team
3) Atty. Carlo Africa, Director for BARMM Reforms & Advocacy, LENTE Philippines

𝘞𝘢𝘵𝘤𝘩 𝘶𝘴 𝘓𝘐𝘝𝘌 𝘰𝘯 𝘓𝘌𝘕𝘛𝘌 𝘗𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴’ 𝘍𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬, 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘛𝘶𝘣𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘟!
𝘓𝘦𝘵 𝘶𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘺 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘥𝘰 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦, 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴!



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