May 24, 2019
Fr. Albert Alejo, whose name was mentioned by Peter Advincula yesterday, is a Jesuit priest of very good standing. He has a Doctorate Degree in Anthropology from London and has taught in Ateneo de Davao, Ateneo de Zamboanga and now at the Ateneo de Manila University. He was also director of various social centers in which he championed the causes of women, labor, indigenous peoples and muslim Filipinos. He is also known for spearheading an anti-corruption campaign called EHEM in the 1990s. Indeed in academic, development and religious circles, Alejo’s name has been synonymous with scholarship, truth, justice, and love for the poor. It is therefore sad that he is now being painted in a bad light. It is also unfortunate that he is being dragged in the ongoing controversy. He would however speak, if needed, at the proper time and in the proper fora.
Fr. Nono Alfonso, SJ
Communications Officer
Philippine Jesuits