This talk will unpack the interplay between formal political transitions, clan politics, and local conflict dynamics in the Bangsamoro Region where a peace process is under way since 2012 using the recalibrated paradigm of “armed politics” introduced by Paul Staniland in his work on armed movements in South Asia.

Nomination Period: September 7-18, 2026, until 5:00 PM

Email Submission: csspdeansearchcommittee26@gmail.com

Physical Submission: CSSP Office of the College Secretary (OCS)

Please see the attached material for eligibility criteria, required documents, and submission guidelines.

ISSN (Print): 0117-1828
ISSN (Online): 2672-315

What is PSSR?

The Philippine Social Sciences Review (PSSR) is an open access double-blind peer-reviewed
journal of the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy (CSSP).
PSSR aims to promote the critical exchange of ideas and research findings in the social
sciences and philosophy. The journal accepts submissions from members of the scholarly
community who work on topics pertinent to the Philippines, to Philippine domestic affairs,
and to the Philippines as it is situated in the global context.
The PSSR is committed to making high quality scholarly contributions to knowledge in and
applications of the social sciences and philosophy freely available and widely disseminated
through its website and the distribution of print copies to university libraries nationwide.
What kind of articles does PSSR publish?

• The PSSR publishes full-length research articles, research notes, and book reviews
  written in English or Filipino.
• All full-length articles must be between 7,000 to 8,000 words (excluding references),
  with an abstract in English of not more than 200 words, and 3 to 5 key words. Full length
  articles must pass the peer review process.
• Research notes must be between 4,000-5,000 words discussing such topics as:
  research method/methodology implementation, research issues, research ethics.
  Research notes are not peer reviewed.
• Book reviews on recently released books (i.e. published within the last three
  years)must be between 1,000 to 1,500 words. The book reviews are not peer reviewed.
• PSSR shall proactively look at the following as possible sources of manuscripts:
  ● Papers read by CSSP faculty members in local and foreign conferences;
  ● Professorial Chair Lectures;
  ● Completed theses and dissertations; and
  ● Faculty Fellowship papers; and
  ● Other academic events and outputs.
• Articles must follow the bibliographic style of the Publication Manual of the American

Psychological Association (7th edition).

How often does PSSR publish?
The journal is published annually. In addition, special issues may be published that may
focus on a particular theme.

How will the journal be distributed and accessed?
The journal will be available in both print and electronic versions. All CSSP faculty, as well
as non-CSSP referees, are entitled to a complimentary print copy. Authors are provided five
complimentary print copies, as well as an electronic version of their published article (in
.pdf). Additional print versions are also available for purchase.

The journal will provide full open access to articles via its website hosted by the UP Diliman
Journals Database.

MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION

How do I submit my manuscript to PSSR?
Temporary instructions for 2026 while we work on our own submission process via the website:
We are currently working on our new submission portal. While we are still setting this up,
kindly send your cover letter, title page, and blinded manuscript to our email address:
pssr.upd@up.edu.ph
What are the guidelines for submitting a manuscript?

1. The manuscript must be original, not published elsewhere and not submitted for
   consideration or review in another journal.
2. The text is double-spaced and uses a 12-point font, with 1-inch margins on the side.
   Tables and figures should be included in the text while images/photos should be sent in a
   separate file. The file should be saved as a Microsoft Word file (i.e.doc or .docx).
3. Articles must be written following the bibliographic style of the Publication Manual of
   the American Psychological Association (7th edition). References and templates for APA
   7th edition style can be found here.
4. Must have an accurate reference list and if available, include the URLs to access the
   references online.
5. Must meet the word count of the kind of article being submitted.
6. To ensure a blind review, the title page should be submitted separately from the main
   article. The title page should contain the names and affiliations of all the authors, the
   contact information of the corresponding author, and the running head. The rest of the
   manuscript should be sent in a separate file and should not contain the names of the
   authors and should only display the same running head used in the title page.
7. Permission to use copyrighted material has been secured by the author.
8. The title page, manuscript, and additional files must be submitted via email
   (pssr.upd@up.edu.ph).

What does the review process look like for full length articles?
1) Author submits a full-length article through the PSSR email (pssr.upd@up.edu.ph).
2) The editorial team performs an initial editorial screen of the manuscript to check for
compliance with basic editorial requirements. If the manuscript fails to fulfill basic
requirements, it is returned to the author with the decision decline without review. If
a manuscript is cleared for review, the editorial team will identify and invite possible
reviewers of the article.
3) Anonymized versions of the manuscript will be sent to the two referees along with a
manuscript feedback form.
4) Once both referees send their reviews, the editorial team will integrate and assess the
recommendations of the referees to come up with a decision: decline based on

review, accept pending revision, or accept with no revision. In each case, the
decision is communicated to the author(s) with the anonymized reviews.
5) Authors who are asked to revise their manuscripts will submit a revised draft as well
as a cover letter that details point by point how they addressed the referee comments.
6) The editorial team performs a final editorial screen to ensure that the author has
satisfactorily addressed the referee comments. After clearing, authors will be
notified about the final publication decision of their manuscript.

What are the decision outcomes for full-length articles?
1) Accept without revision. The manuscript requires no further revisions.
2) Accept with revision. The manuscript needs to be revised following feedback from
the reviewers before it can be published.
3) Decline based on review. The manuscript has major flaws or shortcomings. If these
identified issues are addressed, the new manuscript may be resubmitted again for
consideration for publication.
4) Decline without review. The manuscript does not pass the initial editorial screen and
does not fulfill basic editorial requirements (e.g. not in manuscript form, paper has
been previously published elsewhere, paper is not a social science manuscript

EDITORIAL TEAM
Samantha Erika N. Mendez, Ph.D.
Editor-in-Chief
Efenita M. Taqueban, LLB, Ph.D.
Associate Editor
Ana Rica S. Navarra-Cruz
Perlita C. Raña
Editorial Staff

EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERS
Nicomedes Alviar, Ph.D.
University of Asia and the Pacific
Dominique Caouette, Ph.D.
University of Montreal
JC Gaillard, Ph.D.
Waipapa Taumata Rau (The University of Auckland)
Paul D. Hutchcroft, Ph.D.
The Australian National University
Philip Kelly, Ph.D.
York University

Zosimo Lee, Ph.D.
University of the Philippines Diliman
Maria Fe Mendoza, Ph.D.
University of the Philippines, Diliman
Eric Julian Manalastas, Ph.D. CPsychol
Visible Analytics, UK
Maria Alcestis Abrera Mangahas, Ph.D.
Social Weather Stations
Lourdes Portus, Ph.D.
Philippine Social Science Council
Riwanto Tirtosudarmo, Ph.D.
Indonesian Institute of Sciences
Mellissa Withers, Ph.D.
Institute on Inequalities in Global Health

This film is particularly relevant to students, faculty, community organizers, activists, and all those who advocate for farmers’ welfare and social justice.

When: April 14, 2026 (Tuesday) | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Where: Cine Adarna, UPFI Film Center, UP Diliman

The screening will be followed by a talkback session with filmmakers Isabelle Matutina and Dr. Herbie Docena, alongside community organizer, Lirai Cordova. The discussion will be facilitated by Dr. Andoy Evangelista, Chair of the Department of Sociology.

This event is FREE and open to the public. As seats are limited, we kindly encourage you to register in advance:
https://forms.gle/7PkWEX41GWj1UQB17

You may access the application guidelines and materials at https://bit.ly/updgradsocioapps2627

Google Forms
For the applicants: https://bit.ly/updsociograduateapplication
For the referees: https://bit.ly/updgradsociorecommendation
Deadline of submission: May 7, 2026; 11:59 PM

For any questions, please send an email to: gradsocio.upd@up.edu.ph.

The UP Third World Studies Center, in collaboration with the Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung Southeast Asia, invites the public to 𝗞𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗞𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗻: 𝗔𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗼𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗴𝗮 𝗧𝘂𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗵𝗶𝗻 𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗸𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼, the fourth and final installment of the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱-𝟮𝟲 𝗨𝗣 𝗧𝗪𝗦𝗖 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼 “𝗗𝗼𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗴” 𝗡𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘇𝗼 𝗝𝗿. 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗕𝘂𝗴𝘀𝗼 𝗮𝘁 𝗕𝗶𝘀𝗮 𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗸𝗮𝗸𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘀 𝘀𝗮 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗸𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘆𝗮.

𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘: March 12, 2026 (Thursday)

𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗨𝗘: Pilar Herrera Lecture Hall, Palma Hall, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, University of the Philippines Diliman

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥: https://bit.ly/TWSCKampihan

Alliances and factions are strong political tools. The Dutertes and Marcoses not only continue to grow in popularity but also sustain their political legitimacy through the security granted by their allies and supporters. Despite its dissolution, the UniTeam has shown the power of what a collaboration of forces can do. Beyond familial labels, the Philippine government is built on the accumulation of elite interests, networks, and favors that mutated the country’s political culture into a nigh impenetrable elite-led democracy.

To combat this, an opposition is therefore sought after. Ideally, a unified one, free from any ties to the country’s gluttonous oligarchy. A tall order for those already jaded and disillusioned by the outcomes of “tactical alliances.” Instead of realizing a solidified anti-elite opposition, the best that has come from these progressive forces are fragmented movements and campaigns. With glaring symptoms such as the occurrence of splintered anti-corruption protests, fractured support for candidates and parties, disjunct EDSA commemorations, as well as varying positions on the resignation of public officials, a solidified opposition to lead popular democracy appears to be far from reach.

Now that Sara Duterte has announced her bid for presidency, the publics are on their toes to block the punisher’s clan from returning to Malacañang. Thus, it appears that not only is a united opposition the only collective conundrum for Filipino progressives but so is the resolution for a mutually-agreed upon standardbearer that can trump the Dutertes in 2028.

The final installment of the 2025-2026 Francisco “Dodong” Nemenzo Jr. Public Forum Series confronts the troublesome predicament of opposition-building. The discussion raises the concerning question of how a corrupt system can be changed with a fragmented progressive opposition—an opposition that often treats its allies as rivals? Is a unified progressive coalition even possible in a symptomatically pluralistic political landscape? How can this fragmentation shape the political climate and democratic mobilization of 2026 going into the 2028 national elections? Who has authority in constructing the composition and goals of this coalition? Can the progressives progress from this dilemma? What would be the democratic agenda of this broad coalition of progressives?

Read more about the 2025-25 UP TWSC Francisco “Dodong” Nemenzo Jr. Public Forum here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16HRevt83h/

Mga Kuwento ng Tabing: Ang Cybora Bilang Espasyo ng Pagtanggap at Abuso ng mga Trans Pinay (Stories of the Screen: The Cybora as Space of Acceptance and Abuse of Trans Pinays)

by Malaya Lapiña

Signals of Change: Social Infrastructure and Community Cellular Networks in The Philippines’ Last-Mile

by Athena Charanne R. Presto & Josephine C. Dionisio

A Proof-of-Concept Demonstration Using Musical Stimuli for the Measurement of Psychological Individual Differences

by Adrianne John Galang, Monica Renee Policarpio, April Meryll Xu, Ma. Jenina Nalipay, & Rafael Cabredo

Visit PSSR at https://saliksik.upd.edu.ph/journal-issue/PSSR-12-25-001