‘Point of grievance’: Philippines urged to rethink school safety approach

Following two fatal shootings in eight weeks, the Philippines is facing increased calls to enhance school safety. Safety experts advocate for a proactive approach, emphasizing violence mitigation before a weapon reaches school grounds. Lawmaker Bam Aquino has introduced a bill mandating schools to develop comprehensive safety frameworks. These frameworks would include localized plans covering prevention, emergency response, and recovery. The proposed legislation also aims to establish uniform safety infrastructure standards, such as surveillance cameras, mandatory screening, and visitor management systems.