Digital Parenting, Law Reforms Urged Amid Rising Youth Violence in Philippines
Amid a spate of violent incidents involving minors in the Philippines, the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) is advocating for "digital parenting." The Department of the Interior and Local Government is pushing for amendments to juvenile justice and firearms laws, and a ban on violent online games. Schools also highlight concerns over the lack of security personnel and guidance counselors.
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