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Climate change is now an immediate reality affecting the lives of many Filipinos, not just a future concern. The Philippines is among the countries most at risk from climate change, experiencing not only severe weather events such as typhoons and droughts but also significant disturbances to its ecosystems, economy, and communities. For Filipinos, climate change is not just about its environmental effects but also about their survival.  The geographic location of the Philippines poses a major challenge. The nation is located in the Pacific Ring of Fire,  which means it is at great risk for seismic and climate-related incidents like typhoons, floods, and landslides. Now, the country faced numerous destructive typhoons, like Typhoon Pepito, leading to significant damage, particularly places like Ilocos Sur. The severe events are made worse by higher sea levels, alterations in precipitation trends, and heightened temperatures, all connected to climate change. Many Filipinos have ...

      While celebrating the 2024 National Children's Month, the theme underscores the continuous necessity for a united front in defending the rights and well-being of Filipino children: "Stop the Prevalence, Prevent the Violence: Safeguarding Children, Building a Secure Philippines." This year's focus underscores a pressing need for action, stressing the importance of safeguarding children not only from physical harm, but also from emotional, psychological, and sexual abuse. The theme's focus on ending violence against children shows a greater acknowledgement of how common this issue is.     Recently, there have been several efforts in the Philippines to address the issue of child abuse and neglect. Nevertheless, even with these initiatives, the rates of violence against children continue to be troublingly elevated. Millions of Filipino children are still experiencing various forms of violence in their homes, schools, or communities, as reported by the Philippi...

Elpidio Quirino was the President of the Philippines from 1948 to 1953. He was engaged in politics during important periods in Philippine history, such as the aftermath of World War II and the start of the Cold War. Quirino was recognized for his focus on reconstructing the nation post-war, his role in advancing the economy, and his work in promoting political stability. Elpidio Quirino was born in Vigan, Ilocos Sur to a prominent family. His father, Don Mariano Quirino, worked as a lawyer and owned land, while his mother, Doña Gregoria Medina, was a teacher. Elpidio was highly influenced by the educated and politically connected Quirino family and their values of education and public service. Quirino started his schooling in Vigan before transferring to Manila for higher education at the University of the Philippines. He obtained a law degree in 1915, and subsequently cleared the bar exam. Following his bar exam, Quirino started his legal career in Manila. Nevertheless, his legal prof...

Every year in October, Philippines was celebrated the Indigenous People or IP which is the theme of "Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan at Parangalana". The year from October 1-30 the theme"Mga Katutubo at Katutubon Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan at Parangalana" reminds that we need to protect the rights and culture of the Indigineous People. Furthermore, In Republic Law 8371, known as the Indigineous Peoples Right Act(IPRA), was enacted in 1997. I has been praised for its support for the cultural integrity of Indigenous Peoples, the right to their lands and the right to self-directed development of these lands.    By these events and programs, we are helping to foster greater awareness and appreciation of the Indigenous Peoples' (IP) contributions to the cultural, social, and environmental fabric of the Philippines. The observance of Indigenous Peoples Month serves as an important reminder not only to protect their rights but also to ...