A house from near the tribal hall of the Erumanen ne Menuvu
Dried coconut preserved by the community for various uses.
Indigenous peoples in the Philippines have a strong connection to their land and environment. Their traditions often revolve around agriculture, hunting, and fishing, and their knowledge of sustainable practices has played a vital role in preserving the country's natural resources. Their art, music, and dance forms are also integral to the cultural landscape of the Philippines. Despite their cultural richness, indigenous communities in the Philippines continue to be the most oppressed sector in the Philippines. Indigenous communities often find themselves in conflict with government agencies, corporations, and even settlers over land rights. Many have been displaced from their ancestral lands, leading to a loss of their traditional way of life. Indigenous peoples are among the most economically disadvantaged. They have limited access to education, healthcare, and employment opportunities, leading to high poverty rates within their communities. Indigenous leaders and organizations often find themselves in the forefront of dehumanization and harassment from government forces. They are being branded as terrorists of left-leaning for their campaigns for the respect of indigenous practices, and rights to ancestral domain.
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