Promoting Justice, Accountability, and Community Safety

SDG 16: Promoting Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions Through Community Engagement

De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde promotes peace, justice, transparency, and community safety through public information initiatives and collaborative programs. These activities support awareness of justice and accountability, crime prevention, and community participation in building safer and more inclusive communities.

The following activities highlight Benilde’s efforts to promote public awareness, community security, and responsible citizenship.

Release of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) Materials

March 13–14, 2025

Through its Center for Social Action (CSA), Benilde released Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials via social media concerning the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte. The initiative aimed to provide factual information, promote public awareness, and encourage informed discussions on justice, accountability, and the rule of law.

Community Crime Mapping: Strengthening Community Safety in Barangay 730

AY 2024–2025

In collaboration with BSBA-BIA, BS-IS, AB-DIA, AB-GPA, BSBA-CA, and Benilde-affiliated organizations (LMSL-CSL-CPU), the Community Crime Mapping Project in Barangay 730, Manila, engaged participants in identifying and mapping local crimes, including theft, burglary, pickpocketing, and physical altercations. The initiative aims to strengthen community security, promote crime prevention, and protect vulnerable residents, particularly children.