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Indigenous Peoples Month

       Every October, the Philippines celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Month, a time to honor the contributions and heritage of indigenous communities. This year, the theme is “Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan at Parangalana” (Valuing, Nurturing, and Honoring Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous Knowledge). The celebration also marks the 27th anniversary of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) of 1997, a law that protects the rights and welfare of indigenous peoples in the country.  


    The Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) plays a crucial role in safeguarding the rights of indigenous communities. It ensures their access to ancestral lands, self-governance, and protection of their culture. This month-long celebration helps raise awareness of their struggles and achievements. Events like cultural shows, exhibits, and educational activities highlight their rich traditions, such as traditional dances, clothing, and crafts. These activities also remind everyone of the importance of respecting and preserving indigenous heritage. 

    The theme for the year reflects the need to respect and protect the indigenous knowledge. For centuries, practices of sustainable living in our communities have been handed down through generations. Their know-how on nature, health, and communal life can teach us much about maintaining harmony with our environments. By protecting and respecting this knowledge, we ensure it is perpetuated for future generations.
    National Indigenous Peoples Month reminds us about the responsibilities that each of us possesses regarding rights protection and culture of indigenous peoples. To celebrate their traditions is not so much acknowledging their history as it is about building the future, where the contributions of these peoples are recognized and preserved. Together shall we maintain that their voices and wisdom are forever in the living identity of our nation. 



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