2. Introduction
•CORAZON AQUINO, BORN ON JANUARY 25, 1933, IN PANIQUI,
TARLAC, PHILIPPINES, DIED AUGUST 1, 2009,MAKATI. WAS A
BEACON OF HOPE AND DEMOCRACY FOR HER NATION.
• PHILIPPINE POLITICAL LEADER WHO SERVED AS THE FIRST
FEMALE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES (1986 -1992)
•11TH PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES
•AS THE FIRST FEMALE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES, SHE
PLAYED A PIVOTAL ROLE IN RESTORING DEMOCRACY AND
FREEDOM DURING A TUMULTUOUS PERIOD IN PHILIPPINE
HISTORY.
3. Early Life and Education
•Born into a prominent political
family, Corazon Aquino was the
daughter of José Cojuangco, a
wealthy landowner, and Demetria
Sumulong.
•She attended exclusive Catholic
schools, including the College of
Mount Saint Vincent in New York
and the Assumption Convent in
Manila, where she completed her
education.
4. Marriage and Activism
•Corazon married Benigno "Ninoy"
Aquino Jr., a prominent opposition
leader, in 1954.
•She became increasingly involved in
activism against the authoritarian rule
of Ferdinand Marcos during her
husband's political career.
•She restore the democratic in the
Philippines after the long dictatorship
of Ferdinand Marcos Sr.
5. People Power
Revolution
•Following the assassination of her husband in 1983,
Corazon Aquino emerged as a symbol of resistance
against the Marcos regime.
•Her candidacy in the 1986 presidential election
galvanized the opposition, culminating in the historic
People Power Revolution.
•Millions of Filipinos took to the streets in a
nonviolent uprising, leading to the ousting of
Ferdinand Marcos and the installation of Corazon
Aquino as President.
6. Presidency
•Corazon Aquino assumed office on
February 25, 1986, becoming the first
female President of the Philippines.
•Her presidency was marked by efforts
to restore democracy, promote human
rights, and address economic
challenges.
•She faced numerous coup attempts
and challenges from vested interests
but remained committed to democratic
principles.
7. Legacy
•Corazon Aquino's presidency laid the groundwork for
democratic institutions and civil liberties in the Philippines.
•She inspired generations of Filipinos with her courage,
integrity, and commitment to social justice
•Her legacy continues to resonate in the Philippines and
beyond as a symbol of hope and resilience in the face of
adversity
8. Honors and Recognition
•Corazon Aquino received numerous awards and
honors for her contributions to democracy and human
rights, including the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize
nomination.
•Corazon Aquino received numerous awards and
honors for her contributions to democracy and
human rights, including the prestigious Nobel Peace
Prize nomination.
17. 1. What do you think are the major
contributions of science and technology to
Philippine nation-building?
•IMPROVED HEALTHCARE
•ECONOMIC GROWTH
•EDUCATION AND SKILLS
DEVELOPMENT
•ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
•NATIONAL SECURITY
18. "Unified Student Financial Assistance System for
Tertiary Education" (UniFAST) Law.
•The UniFAST Law aims to provide financial
assistance to Filipino students pursuing higher
education, including those studying in science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)
fields.
2. What specific government policy do you like the most in
terms of contributing to the development of science and
technology in the Philippines?
19. 3. What do you think are the major
contributions of the Philippines to the field
at present?
•MARINE BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION
•AGRICULTURE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
•INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND BUSINESS
PROCESS OUTSOURCING (BPO)
21. 5. Research, present, and make a stand on
science and technology issues that currently
affect the Philippine society today.
•HEALTH TECHNOLOGY
•CYBERSECURITY
•ENVIRONMENTAL DEGRADATION
•DIGITAL DIVIDE
