Talk/Panel
October 15
4 PM - 6 PM
SAMBILOG Balik Bugsuk: Laban para sa Karapatan, Kalikasan, at Lupang Sinilangan (OSCI)
ISO 5&6
Taglish
1516OSCI
This forum, SAMBILOG Balik Bugsuk: Laban para sa Karapatan, Kalikasan, at Lupang Sinilangan, highlights the ongoing struggles of the Indigenous Peoples (IPs) of Bugsuk, Palawan, who are resisting development aggression from a powerful corporation. The corporation plans to establish an eco-tourism project on their ancestral lands, which threatens both their traditional way of life and the environment they have safeguarded for generations. The IPs of Bugsuk are deeply connected to their land, serving as its stewards and protectors of biodiversity. However, they now face displacement and environmental destruction as their home is targeted for exploitation. This forum will provide a platform to share the IPs’ stories and shed light on their fight for justice, aiming to raise awareness about the cultural and environmental impacts of such projects. By participating, we hope to inspire collective action to support the IPs of Bugsuk in defending their rights, lands, and environment. This is a call to stand with these vulnerable communities and protect both the natural ecosystems and cultural heritage at risk of destruction. Together, we can help secure their future and preserve the environment from exploitation. Reclaim our Home. Reclaim Bugsuk Organized by Office for Social Concern and Involvement (OSCI) and Ateneo Para sa Bugsuk (APARSUK).
SPEAKERS
Socrates Banzuela
National Coordinator, PAKISAMA
Randy Cirio
President, PAKISAMA
Rene Cerilla
Advocacy Officer, PAKISAMA
Romillano Calo
Chairman, SAMBILOG
Mel Bundac
Founder, SAMBILOG
Angelica Nasiron
Member, SAMBILOG
Tarhata Pelayo
Member, SAMBILOG
Eusebio Pelayo
Member, SAMBILOG
Johnny Pelayo
Member, SAMBILOG
Alham Tahil
Member, SAMBILOG
Rustene Leoncio
Member, SAMBILOG