This morning, I had the privilege of celebrating Indigenous Peoples Month with the students and teachers of Lubluban Integrated School, Libertad, Misamis Oriental. Aside from my continuous advocacy for Bisaya music and mental health awareness, I’ve also been deeply moved to work on preserving our culture — our people’s stories, traditions, and ways of life. I’ve come to realize how vital this is — for it keeps our identity alive, protects our heritage, and honors the unique knowledge systems tha

Direct from #COP28! Sara Olsvig (Inuit), the International Chair of Inuit Circumpolar Council, calls on States and the UN to recognize Indigenous Peoples' distinct identity. She urges them to uphold the UN Declaration on their Rights and incorporate its principles in all UN documents. #IndigenousCOP28 #FPIC #IndigenousRights #UNFCCC #UNDRIP | Cultural Survival