23 years of living in the south portion of the Philippines, (Mindanao) I have witnessed the widely spread unfair biases and prejudices against our Muslim sisters and brothers. Being one of the minor ethnic groups of the country, Muslims are usually being judged as terrorists and Moros ( members of any of the various tribes of Muslim Malays in the southern Philippines).
But today I stand for them; I believe that unfair hatred should be eradicated. We can co-exist in a peaceful and harmonious manner.
I hope that there will come a day in Philippines (Mindanao) or even in the world that peace will be given a chance despite diverse cultures and beliefs.
Today, I choose to cover up. Shukran!"-Vernie
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