MUNTINLUPA CITY — First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos visited the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) on Tuesday, October 20, bringing together art, medical care and legal assistance in an initiative aimed at helping persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) rebuild their lives and prepare for their return to society.
Through the Kulay, Kalinga, Katarungan at Kalayaan program, the First Lady joined painting activities with PDLs at the Medium Security Camp, providing an opportunity for creative expression and meaningful interaction beyond the daily routines of prison life.
The program also featured a dermatological medical and wellness mission, extending healthcare services to PDLs as part of efforts to support their physical and emotional well-being.
A significant part of the initiative focused on helping eligible PDLs regain their freedom and reunite with their families.
More than 200 lawyers and representatives from various organizations gathered at the facility to assist in reviewing cases and processing the necessary documents for the release of qualified inmates.
Forty-three PDLs are scheduled for release Tuesday, while the documents of more than 1,000 others are being processed for possible release in the coming weeks, subject to legal requirements.
For many of these individuals, the initiative offers the possibility of returning home in time for Christmas, reuniting with loved ones and beginning a new chapter after years of separation.
The First Lady also participated in a painting session with Associate Justice Karl Miranda and BAGA President Joey De Leon, highlighting the role of art in rehabilitation and personal development.
Beyond providing immediate assistance, the initiative recognizes that rehabilitation involves more than serving a sentence. It also means ensuring access to healthcare, opportunities for personal growth and the legal assistance necessary for eligible individuals to return to their communities.
Through Kulay, Kalinga, Katarungan at Kalayaan, the First Lady continues to support initiatives that recognize the dignity of every individual and the importance of giving people a meaningful opportunity to start again.
Source: PCO | Published: Oct 20, 2026 12:00:00 AM
