Local-Based Organizing Program with the Indigenous Group in the Philippines: A Mangyan Case
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This case study highlights the local organizing efforts among the Mangyan tribes in the Philippines. These indigenous groups, numbering approximately 4 million nationwide, face exploitation and challenges to their self-identity, ancestral lands, indigenous laws, and culture. The initiative, spearheaded by an NGO starting in 1980, employed participatory methods such as rural conscientization, community integration, and leadership development to empower Mangyan communities. The program evolved through phases of assessment, skills training, and participatory evaluation to establish formal community organizations addressing social, educational, economic, and health issues. The study emphasizes the challenges, strategies, and outcomes of participatory organizing efforts in fostering self-reliance and solidarity among indigenous groups.
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The document provides a comprehensive account of community organizing efforts initiated by NGOs for the Mangyan tribes. It details the methodologies employed, including participatory evaluation and structured activities to assess and address community needs. The impact of these efforts includes expanded membership, strengthened organizational structures, and improved capacity for self-reliance and action against common challenges such as illegal logging and land grabbing. The document also outlines the successes and challenges of working with indigenous groups with varied levels of awareness and engagement in their shared struggles.
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Indigenous Peoples, Mangyan Tribes, Community Organizing, Participatory Evaluation, Rural Development, Ancestral Lands, Self-Determination
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Manio, P. Local-Based Organizing Program with the Indigenous Group in the Philippines: A Mangyan Case.