Caritas Philippines, the social action arm of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), calls for justice, accountability, and prioritization of public welfare as impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte move forward.
“We call on all public officials to uphold the truth and ensure that justice prevails,” said Bishop Jose Colin Bagaforo, President of Caritas Philippines. “The impeachment process serves as an essential mechanism in our democracy to maintain accountability among those in power.”
Caritas Philippines commends the House of Representatives for addressing serious allegations through constitutional processes, reflecting the voice of the Filipino people. “This demonstrates that our democratic institutions are functioning as intended. No leader should be beyond scrutiny, and governance must always serve the common good,” Bishop Bagaforo added.
Caritas Philippines urges all stakeholders—government officials, civil society, and the general public—to approach these proceedings with fairness, integrity, and respect for the rule of law. “We must not let political divisions overshadow our primary concern: the welfare of our people. Leadership requires responsible governance, just allocation of resources, and equal access to justice,” he emphasized.
The organization maintains its commitment to promoting ethical leadership and participatory democracy. “We call on the faithful and all sectors of society to remain vigilant, prayerful, and actively engaged in protecting our democratic principles,” Bishop Bagaforo stated.
“As we navigate this critical period, let us work together to build a society that upholds truth, justice, and the dignity of every Filipino,” he concluded.