The MAGDALO is a national
movement that advocates good governance and social justice. Its vision is to
have a peaceful, progressive and prosperous country with a united Filipino
citizenry.
The MAGDALO was
founded by a group of reformist officers and men of the Armed Forces of the
Philippines who upheld their Constitutional mandate as the protector of the
people and the state, and bravely fought the corrupt and oppressive Gloria
Macapagal-Arroyo regime. The group's members were eventually incarcerated for
their convictions. Still, after several years in detention, they remain
steadfast in their belief that the Filipino people deserve a better government.
Today, the MAGDALO symbolizes courage in the face of
adversity; honesty and integrity in public service; and high sense of
patriotism and nationalism.
The MAGDALO
believes that the only way towards achieving its vision is to have a united,
responsible & empowered citizenry. The group has then decided to open its
doors to all people from all walks of life who share the same dreams and
aspirations for our Country; thus, the SAMAHANG MAGDALO was born.
SAMAHANG
MAGDALO
Filipino
socio-civic, non-stock, non-profit organization registered with the PhilippineSecurities and Exchange Commission with Company Registration No. CN201014489
and Company TIN 007-869-045. It was signed at Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila,
Philippines on the 9th day of September 2010 by Benito A. Cataran,
Director, Company Registration and Monitoring Department of SEC which works for
the empowerment of the Filipinos through the proper exercise of their rights
and the exercise of sustained vigilance against graft and corruption in
government.
Former Marine Captain Gary Cajolo Alejano, who hails
from Sipalay, Negros Occidental as its National President.
Prior to its registration with SEC, it is already a
functional organization. The organization is otherwise known as the New
Katipunan, having taken inspiration from the struggle of the Philippine
Revolutionary leader Andres Bonifacio. In 2010, Samahang Magdalo, metamorphosed
into a full socio civic entity with programs and activities based on pure
initiatives. This means, chapters are pulling strings if only to fund a still
baby-apron organization vying for a space in mainstream society. On the first
national convention ever conducted, the Samahang Magdalo was able to identify
the top three performing chapters.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
It is primordial concern of the organization to create
a chapter which has a strong adherence to the quality of its members rather its
quantity. This is the reason why it adopts a one chapter policy in a given
geographical area prior to a full recognition.
The Samahang Magdalo does not allow corruption to
thrive in its organization. It will not also allow other entities to use it for
ends other than the one prescribe by its oath of conduct.
OATH OF THE NEW KATIPUNEROS
·
I am willing to
lay down my life in the pursuit of the Vision
·
I will be loyal
always to the National Interest
· I am willing to
be a catalyst of change of an oppressive and unjust society into one that
advocates equality and social justice
·
I will respect
human rights
·
I will not commit
any acts of corruption
·
I will live a
modest life commensurate to my legal means.
·
I am willing to
be punished should I betray any decree of this oath
I am doing this
supreme act of sacrifice for God, Country and People with no promise of reward,
compensation or recognition.
The Samahang Magdalo has dedicated itself to abide by
its oath as a New Katipunero. Among those that it vows to do is not committing
any acts of corruption. The pledge of not committing any acts of corruption
follows with it an implied obligation of fighting corruption itself. In order
not to be corrupted, it is incumbent that we cleansed our surroundings with the
corrupt so as to avoid its negative influence. In essence this is the quest for
social justice and Samahang Magdalo is the crusader.
MISSION
The Magdalo mission is to create a culture of selfless
service among members by advocating social justice, vigilance on crime and
corruption, environmental protection and social awareness; and to instill an
attitude of self reliance and cooperatives that shall influence the Filipino
society.
VISION
The Magdalo vision is to have a nation of peace,
progress and prosperity with social justice thru a united, responsible and
empowered citizenry.
PILLARS OF
THE NEW KATIPUNAN
Nationalism – Sense of
nationhood as Filipinos with shared responsibility for the future and well
being of our country.
Patriotism – Fervent love of the motherland
Idealism – Belief and pursuit of a better life for
every Filipino
Altruism – Devotion of selfless service to the welfare
of our people.
THE MAGDALO
CORE VALUES
Courage
– Moral Courage
Honor
– Personal Integrity
Industry
– Self reliance and cooperation
Loyalty
– Oath of loyal service to country and people
Discipline
– Upright character
MAGDALO
COLORS
The
Magdalo Flag is the Red Bonifacio flag with a radiant sun that has 16 rays and
alabata “K” inscription. The white radiant sun signifies a new dawn for the
motherland. The 16 rays represents the 16 regions of the Philippines. Embedded
inside the radiant sun is the alabata “K” to represent the New Katipunan. It is
color red to signify the oath of the New Katipuneros signed in blood.
Long Live Katipuneros. Long Live Magdalo.
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