Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Month - October 2024
October is National Indigenous Peoples Month in the Philippines, and the month will honor and celebrate the amazing cultures, traditions, and contributions of our Indigenous Peoples (IPs). With more than 110 distinct groups, all vibrant with heritage, it's a month to reflect on what makes the Philippines unique.
Why It Matters
For generations, our IPs have kept to traditions. But these cultures also remind their people of lost ancestral lands and the danger of marginalization. This month is about empowering them and hearing their voices in whatever is needed to work together for a future that allows their heritage to thrive.
How You Can Make A Difference
- Learn & Share: Learn about the incredible stories of IPs. Share their history and culture on social media so you can help spread the word even more.
- Support Local: From producing clothes to handicraft products, the art works of the Indigenous are wonderful. It gives them support so that their artistic culture remains intact while guaranteeing sustainable livelihoods to the people.
- Advocate for those policies that include and respect the rights of indigenous people, their welfare too.
Let's celebrate October as empowerment month, inclusivity, and pride. By learning, and standing and advocating, it's by supporting indigenous communities which help contribute towards a brighter, more inclusive future for everyone.
This article is originally posted on LinkedIn by Ren Javier.
