Cocopea Withdrawal from NTF-Elcac, Citing Academic Freedom
The Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations (Cocopea) has decided to withdraw from the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac). Representing 1,500 private schools across the Philippines, Cocopea emphasizes its commitment to safeguarding academic freedom and maintaining educational independence. This move comes just three months after initially joining the government initiative. The decision highlights the importance of preserving educational autonomy in the face of political alliances.