[WATCH] Why can’t students keep quiet?

The coronavirus pandemic did not stop citizens from taking to the streets and protesting against injustice.

At the forefront of many movements? Students and the youth.

In Asia, young people are seen in pro-democracy protests in the Philippines, Hong Kong, and Thailand. They face police crackdowns as they call for government reforms and protest against laws seen to stifle dissent. Still, they continue to go out.

What is it about students and their boundless energy to keep fighting for their rights?

Watch this video explainer to learn more. – Rappler.com

Written and narrated by Michelle Abad
Animation by David Castuciano
Edited by Emerald Hidalgo
Graphics by Guia Abogado, Alejandro Edoria
Produced by Jaira Roxas
Supervision by Beth Frondoso