Multisectoral Forum Tackles School Violence, Nihilistic Violent Extremism
A multisectoral forum was held in the Philippines to address school-based violence and extremist threats. Government agencies are partnering with local communities to enhance campus security, while experts warned of online grooming and exploitation of children.
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