Mindanao

Abstract

In conflict-affected areas of Mindanao, violence is frequent, unpredictable, and highly localized. Violent conflict often erupts when there is an unresolved dispute between local actors—clans, political leaders, military units, police, insurgent groups, and criminal networks—that cannot be mitigated through existing formal structures or state intervention. The Asia Foundation supports Mindanao-based research institutions and nongovernment organizations (NGOs) both in in-depth diagnostic activities and strategic interventions that enable communities to monitor and prevent the escalation of conflicts.