EDSA 39 anniversary marked by protests, class cancellations

History and democracy advocates are organizing various events to commemorate the 39th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution on Tuesday, February 25.

The Marcos administration has downgraded this year's commemoration to a special working holiday, but hundreds of academic institutions nationwide have canceled classes or shifted to alternative modes in what some see as an act of defiance against historical revisionism.

Thousands of protesters gathered at the People Power Monument in Quezon City to mark the anniversary.

This year’s theme is 'EDSA 39: Di ka nag-iisa,' which emphasizes solidarity among Filipinos.

Rappler Communities has compiled a list of mobilizations, protests, events, forums, and school activities for the anniversary.

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said in a briefing that the administration would not hinder any organization or institution from commemorating the 39th anniversary of non-violent civil protest.