NCIP Legal Affairs Office

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗼-𝗶 𝗝𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗶𝗯𝘂𝗴-𝗟𝗮𝘀

It is with heartfelt gratitude that we convey our greetings as you lead the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples. Your leadership has instilled the importance of service and commitment in upholding the rights of Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples across our Nation, ensuring their empowerment, well-being and as vital partners for nation building.

Mabuhay po kayo!

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𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗼-𝗶 𝗝𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗶𝗯𝘂𝗴-𝗟𝗮𝘀

It is with heartfelt gratitude that we convey our greetings as you lead the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples. Your leadership has instilled the importance of service and commitment in upholding the rights of Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples across our Nation, ensuring their empowerment, well-being and as vital partners for nation building.

Mabuhay po kayo!

The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples extends its warmest birthday greetings to Atty. Brain Masweng, Officer-in-Charge, Legal Affairs Office

Your leadership and dedication to further uplift the lives of Indigenous Peoples inspires us all. May the Lord continue to bless you with wisdom and strength so you could continue your advocacy of protecting the rights of Indigenous Peoples.

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The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples extends its warmest birthday greetings to Atty. Brain Masweng, Officer-in-Charge, Legal Affairs Office

Your leadership and dedication to further uplift the lives of Indigenous Peoples inspires us all. May the Lord continue to bless you with wisdom and strength so you could continue your advocacy of protecting the rights of Indigenous Peoples.

FIRST FEMALE AETA LICENSED CRIMINOLOGIST RECOGNIZED BY NCIP AND PRC
13 April 2024
PICC, Pasay City

The Professional Regulatory Board (PRB) of Criminology awarded a Special Certificate to Ms. Lady Anne G. Duya in recognition of her achievement as the first female Aeta who passed the Licensure Examination for Criminologists.

The NCIP, through Office on Education, Culture, and Health (OECH) Director Engr. Mary Grace P. Buasen and Education and Culture Development Division (ECDD) Chief, Ms. Jordine Rose R. Ocon, also gave a Certificate of Recognition and tokens to Ms. Duya. Additionally, a set of Coffee Table Books was turned over to the PRB of Criminology.



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NCIP CONVENES WITH THE AUSTRALIAN EMBASSY FOR POSSIBLE PARTNERSHIP

11 April 2024 | Officials and representatives from the Australian Embassy paid a visit to the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples to identify areas of partnerships.

Australian Embassy’s First Secretary for Economic, Mr. Alfredo Guevara, along with Ms. Abigail Bakker, Second Secretary for Development, discussed with Chairperson Jennifer Pia Sibug-Las and Executive Director Mervyn H. Espadero the ongoing and upcoming programs of the Australian Embassy that NCIP can be a part of to further enhance its service to the Indigenous Peoples.

During the meeting, brief information about the Social Protection, Inclusion and Gender equality (SPRING) program and the Economic Development program of the Australian Government were tackled. Details about the Australian Awards Program were also discussed to possibly enhance the capability of NCIP employees through short courses and exchange of knowledge with international counterparts. And the establishment of a research database was raised, underscoring its relevance and importance in implementing any development project.

As a way ahead, NCIP shall create a design team, that will closely work with the Australian Embassy, for the formulation and implementation of its Economic Development Project. Also, NCIP’s Office on Empowerment and Human Rights (OEHR) was tasked to closely coordinate with their Australian counterparts to discuss the Commission’s participation in the SPRING program.

To cap the meeting, NCIP provided a copy of Project Epanaw Coffee Table Book and 2022 NCIP Annual Report to its Australian partners.

Other participants of the meeting are Foreign Assisted Programs and International Relations Office (FAPIRO) Director Dahlialyn Cawed, Administrative Service (AS) Director Atty. Josefina Rodriguez-Agusti, and OEHR Director Atty. Catherine Gayagay-Apaling.



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The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples extends its heartfelt congratulations to Former NCIP Commissioner Dr. Roland M. Rivera for having been awarded as the Philippines’ Man of Influence and Most Outstanding Public Servant and Advocate for Indigenous Peoples Rights and Social Justice during the 7th Dangal ng Lahi Awards 2024.

Your dedication and tireless efforts and commitment in promoting Indigenous Peoples' rights and inclusivity continue to be an inspiration for all of us. We commend your hard work and may you continue to be of service to our Indigenous brethren.

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The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples extends its heartfelt congratulations to Former NCIP Commissioner Dr. Roland M. Rivera for having been awarded as the Philippines’ Man of Influence and Most Outstanding Public Servant and Advocate for Indigenous Peoples Rights and Social Justice during the 7th Dangal ng Lahi Awards 2024.

Your dedication and tireless efforts and commitment in promoting Indigenous Peoples' rights and inclusivity continue to be an inspiration for all of us. We commend your hard work and may you continue to be of service to our Indigenous brethren.

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NCIP ACCOMMODATED THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENTIAL ADVISER ON PEACE, RECONCILIATION, AND UNITY (OPAPRU)

3 April 2024 | To discuss further the collaborative efforts promoting unity and peace among Indigenous Cultural Communities and to strengthen the partnership, OPAPRU paid a visit to the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples.

During the visit, OPAPRU Executive Director for Peace Sustainability, Susana Guadalupe H. Marcaida opened the discussion for the formulation of a policy framework for the collaboration between the two agencies. Also, details about the PAMANA-funded projects assigned to NCIP and the current thrust of the government relative to peace and unity were also discussed.

Further, Executive Director Marcaida underscored the importance of addressing the wounds of conflict and the urgency to convene with the Education Cluster to address arising concerns.

As a response, NCIP led by Chairperson Jennifer Pia Sibug-Las and Executive Director Mervyn H. Espadero showcased its healing and reconciliation efforts to resolve conflicts among cultural communities. Subsequently, NCIP expressed its utmost support to the programs and projects of OPAPRU.

Other participants of the meeting are Legal Affairs Office (LAO) Director, Atty. Brain Masweng; Office on Policy, Planning, and Research (OPPR) Director Rosanna L. Lingating; Office on Empowerment and Human Rights (OEHR) Director Atty. Catherine Gayagay-Apaling; Empowerment Division Chief, Mr. Pascual Patting Jr.; Information and Research Division Chief, Mr. Alvin Benedict Del Castillo; and Policy Planning Division Chief, Mr. Rolan Aldovino.



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PRESS RELEASE OF NCIP RELATIVE TO THE SIGNING OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH GLOBAL GREEN GROWTH INSTITUTE

The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples, in partnership with the Global Green Growth Institute, will be formalizing its partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.

The main objective of the understanding is to provide a framework of cooperation and to facilitate collaboration between NCIP and GGGI including exchange of experience, technology, information, and human resources that will result in the promotion of sustainable development and the empowerment of Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples. Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization established in 2012 whose aim is to deliver transformational strategies in reducing poverty, environmental sustainability, and economic and inclusive green growth by supporting scalable and investable projects of developing, emerging, and least developed countries.

The ceremonial signing scheduled on February 22, 2024 at the Global Green Growth Institute Headquarters, Seoul, Republic of South Korea will be witnessed and participated by delegates from the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples led by Ethnographic Commissioners Hon. Atty. Rhodex P. Valenciano and Hon. Gaspar A. Cayat along with the workforce of the Office on Socio-Economic Services and Special Concerns (OSESSC) of the agency. Further, key officers from partner National Government Offices namely Office of the President – Presidential Adviser on Climate Change Dr. Jeon Dae Gu and Climate Change Commission – Hon. Comm. Albert P. Dela Cruz Sr. will likewise be in attendance during the significant occasion.

In summary, the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples recognizes the need for harmonious synergy between sustainable economic growth and cultural preservation. Thus, the agency strongly supports the partnership offered by GGGI for it will aid in the promotion of the interest and well-being of our ICCs/IPs with due regard to their beliefs, customs, traditions, and institutions.

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PRESS RELEASE OF NCIP RELATIVE TO THE SIGNING OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH GLOBAL GREEN GROWTH INSTITUTE

The National Commission on Indigenous Peoples, in partnership with the Global Green Growth Institute, will be formalizing its partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.

The main objective of the understanding is to provide a framework of cooperation and to facilitate collaboration between NCIP and GGGI including exchange of experience, technology, information, and human resources that will result in the promotion of sustainable development and the empowerment of Indigenous Cultural Communities/Indigenous Peoples. Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization established in 2012 whose aim is to deliver transformational strategies in reducing poverty, environmental sustainability, and economic and inclusive green growth by supporting scalable and investable projects of developing, emerging, and least developed countries.

The ceremonial signing scheduled on February 22, 2024 at the Global Green Growth Institute Headquarters, Seoul, Republic of South Korea will be witnessed and participated by delegates from the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples led by Ethnographic Commissioners Hon. Gaspar A. Cayat and Hon. Atty. Rhodex P. Valenciano. Further, Dr. Dae Gu Jeon, Senior Adviser on Climate Change -Office of Commissioner Albert Dela Cruz of the Climate Change Commission will likewise be in attendance during the significant occasion.

In summary, the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples recognizes the need for harmonious synergy between sustainable economic growth and cultural preservation. Thus, the agency strongly supports the partnership offered by GGGI for it will aid in the promotion of the interest and well-being of our ICCs/IPs with due regard to their beliefs, customs, traditions, and institutions.

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Read: https://ncip.gov.ph/news/press-release-of-ncip-relative-to-the-signing-of-memorandum-of-understanding-with-global-green-growth-institute/

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