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The recent spotlight on the Dumagat people in Niyugyogan Festival, often
presented as a picturesque display of indigenous culture, masks a deeper
reality: the ongoing struggle for their ancestral lands. While their vibrant
traditions and resilience are rightfully celebrated, it's crucial to move
beyond the "showcase" and acknowledge their real challenges.
The Dumagat, an indigenous group with a rich history and deep connection to
their ancestral lands, are not mere cultural artifacts to be displayed at our
convenience. They are living, breathing individuals with complex lives, facing
threats to their very existence.
The ongoing construction Kaliwa Dam project, for instance, poses a significant
threat to their ancestral domain, jeopardizing their livelihoods, cultural
practices, and the very environment they depend on.
The Dumagat people have long been stewards of their land, protecting its
biodiversity and ensuring its sustainable use for generations. Their ancestral
lands are not just geographical spaces; they are the foundation of their
cultural identity, their spiritual connection to the earth, and the source of
their sustenance. Displacing them from their ancestral lands is not just a
physical displacement but a cultural and spiritual devastation.
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It's a demand to acknowledge their agency and their right to
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their struggles deserve to be heard.
Instead of viewing the Dumagat people as mere subjects of our curiosity or
fleeting displays of cultural diversity, we must engage with them as partners
in safeguarding their ancestral lands and ensuring their well-being. It's time
to move beyond the superficial and delve into the heart of their struggles,
recognizing their resilience, their wisdom, and their rightful claim to their
ancestral domain.
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Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) National
Commission on Indigenous Peoples
Update News on Kaliwa Dam Project:
https://www.bworldonline.com/.../kaliwa-dam-hits-30.../...
https://mb.com.ph/.../kaliwa-dam-set-to-finish...
https://rightsindevelopment.org/.../philippines-the.../