NCIP Caraga

𝐂𝐀𝐃𝐓 𝟐𝟓𝟒 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
| October 23, 2024

Madujow nu aedow! Maayong adlaw sa tanan!
Mag kat-on kita sa pinulongang Manobo.

WORD OF THE DAY: 𝑻𝑨𝑮𝑨𝑰𝑵𝑶𝑷

"𝙸𝚐𝚙𝚊𝚍𝚊𝚓𝚘𝚗 𝚗𝚞𝚢 𝚔𝚊𝚗 𝚖𝚐𝚘 𝚝𝚊𝚐𝚊𝚒𝚗𝚘𝚙 𝚗𝚞 𝚙𝚒𝚐𝚜𝚞𝚐𝚍𝚊𝚗 𝚗𝚞 𝚙𝚊𝚛𝚊 𝚝𝚞 𝚔𝚊𝚍𝚘𝚓𝚘𝚠𝚊𝚗 𝚝𝚞 𝚝𝚒𝚋𝚞 𝚗𝚞 𝚝𝚛𝚒𝚋𝚞, 𝑺𝑰𝑹 𝑹𝑨𝑵𝑫𝒀!"
🖤❤️💛🤍

𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐔𝐏: 𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐘𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏 𝐆𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆
| October 29, 2024

In culmination of the 2024 CARAGA Indigenous Peoples Month Celebration and 27th IPRA Commemoration with the theme, “Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan at Parangalan” the championship games and awarding ceremony for the IPRA Cup: Basketball and Volleyball Tournment was held last October 29, 2024.

The event was held in the following date and venue:
Date: October 29, 2024
Venue: SURE Covered Court, D.O. Plaza Sports, Complex, Patin-ay, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur
Kickoff Time: 9:00 AM

The Basketball Tournament concluded with an exciting display of talent and determination, as Team PICCIL-Agusan del Norte emerged as the champions among six competitive teams.

Championship Game Result:

BASKETBALL

1st Runner-up🥇: PICCIL-Agusan del Norte
2nd Runner-up🥈: NCIP (Regional and Agusan del Norte)
3rd Runner-up🥉: PTC-Surigao del Norte

VOLLEYBALL

1st Runner-up🥇: Surigao del Norte IP Women
2nd Runner-up🥈: NCIP Caraga

Thank you to the Provincial Tribal Council of Agusan del Sur for hosting.

𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐏 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐈𝐁𝐔𝐆-𝐋𝐀𝐒 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐂𝐂𝐬/𝐈𝐏𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐈𝐒𝐋𝐈𝐆 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐎 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐒𝐔𝐑
| October 22, 2024

NCIP Chairperson Jennifer Pia Sibug-Las visited the Manobo and Mandaya Indigenous Cultural Communities/ Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) of Bislig City, Surigao del Sur led by City Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR) Datu Florio Josafat, Jr. in celebration of the 2024 Indigenous Peoples Month Celebration and 27th IPRA Commemoration with the theme, “Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan at Parangalan” last October 22, 2024.

Chairperson Sibug-Las was able to experience the beauty of Tinuy-an Falls, situated within Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title (CADT) 239. She also met with the Manobo Tribal Council of Sote led by the Tribal Chieftain Hawudon Tinuy-an Alfredo Domogoy and Indigenous Peoples Organization (IPO) Chairman Hawudon Sayaw Rodino Domogoy. She learned of the legend and origin of the name of the falls.

Provincial IPMR Hawudon Jimmy Guinsod and Datu Agong Aljun Cayawan were also present in the said gathering.

𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐮𝐩: 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐲𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
Championship Games
| October 28, 2024

In continuation of the 2024 CARAGA Indigenous Peoples Month Celebration and 27th IPRA Commemoration and in the spirit of camaraderie, the Indigenous Peoples Leaders from each province of Caraga and personnel from the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples held a friendly competition for Volleyball dubbed as the “IPRA CUP”.

The event was held in the following date and venue:

Date: October 28, 2024
Venue: Covered Court, D.O. Plaza Sports Complex, Patin-ay Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur
Kickoff Time: 1:00 PM

In the final match, Surigao del Norte Indigenous Peoples (IP) Women faced off against NCIP Caraga Employees and secured a decisive victory with a score of 3-0.

Congratulations to Surigao del Norte IP Women on their well-deserved victory!

𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐮𝐩: 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
Qualifying Games
| October 28, 2024

In continuation of the 2024 CARAGA Indigenous Peoples Month Celebration and 27th IPRA Commemoration and in the spirit of camaraderie, the Indigenous Peoples Leaders from each province of Caraga and personnel from the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples held a friendly competition for Basketball dubbed as the “IPRA CUP”.

The event was held in the following date and venue:

Date: October 28, 2024
Venue: Covered Court, D.O. Plaza Sports Complex, Patin-ay Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur
Kickoff Time: 1:00 PM

Game Result:

NCIP (Red Team) vs PICCIL-Agusan del Norte
Winner: NCIP (Red Team) ✨

PTC-Agusan del Sur vs PTC-Surigao del Sur
Winner: Provincial Tribal Council Agusan del Sur ✨

PTC-Surigao del Norte vs NCIP (Black Team)
Winner: Provincial Tribal Council Surigao del Norte ✨

𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐏 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐈𝐁𝐔𝐆-𝐋𝐀𝐒 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐂𝐂𝐬/𝐈𝐏𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐀𝐍, 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐎 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐒𝐔𝐑
| October 22, 2024

NCIP Chairperson Jennifer Pia Sibug-Las visited the Mandaya Indigenous Cultural Communities/ Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur led by Municipal Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR) Datu Arnoldo Cabilin, Jr. in celebration of the 2024 Indigenous Peoples Month Celebration and 27th IPRA Commemoration with the theme, “Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan at Parangalan”.

Chairperson Sibug-Las witnessed first hand the beauty of the Enchanted River. She also listened to stories of the origin and bravery of the Mandaya Indigenous Peoples.

Also present in the said gathering was Sangguniang Panlalawigan Board Member Anthony "Tonton" Cañedo who expressed his commitment to support the revitalization of the Manobo culture and tradition together with the Municipal Local Governmen Unit headed by Mayor Tito Cañedo III.

𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐔𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐔𝐏: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

In continuation of the 2024 CARAGA Indigenous Peoples Month Celebration and 27th IPRA Commemoration and in the spirit of camaraderie, the Indigenous Peoples Leaders from each province of Caraga and personnel from the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples will hold a friendly competition for Basketball and Volleyball dubbed as the “IPRA CUP”. The event will be held in the following date and venue:

Date: October 28, 2024
Venue: Covered Court, D.O. Plaza Sports Complex, Patin-ay Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur
Kickoff Time: 1:00 PM

Date: October 29, 2024
Venue: SURE Covered Court, D.O. Plaza Government Center, Patin-ay, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur
Kickoff Time: 9:00 AM

𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀, 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐎 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐒𝐔𝐑 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
| October 21, 2024

The Manobo Indigenous Cultural Communities/ Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) of Lianga, Surigao del Sur led by Municipal Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR) Hawudon Constancio Duhac, in partnership with their Local Government Unit (LGU) of Lianga, hosted the 2024 Indigenous Peoples Month Celebration and 27th IPRA Commemoration with the theme, “Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan at Parangalan”.

More than 300 Indigenous Peoples from various communities across Lianga, along with representatives from neighboring Indigenous Peoples and Indigenous Cultural Communities (IP/ICCs), filled the Evacuation Center in Barangay Diatagon, Lianga, Surigao del Sur, for the celebration. This gathering not only highlighted the rich cultural heritage and unity among the different Indigenous groups but also served as a powerful reminder of the importance of solidarity in advocating for Indigenous rights.

The celebration featured a series of impactful events designed to uplift and support the Indigenous communities. Notably, medical missions led by surgeon and Provincial Board Member Dr. Amado “Boy” Layno provided essential healthcare services to attendees, addressing vital health needs within the community. In addition, the Municipal Indigenous Political Structure of Lianga, under the leadership of Hawudon Constancio B. Duhac Jr., organized the distribution of school supplies, ensuring that children have the necessary tools for their education.

Moreover, a range of lectures and symposiums focused on the promotion of Indigenous Peoples’ rights were conducted, fostering awareness and dialogue on important issues affecting the community. These activities not only highlighted the importance of health and education but also served as platforms for empowering the Indigenous Peoples by sharing knowledge and advocating for their rights. This multifaceted approach highlights the commitment of both the local government and Indigenous leaders to create a supportive environment for cultural preservation and community development.

The event created a vibrant atmosphere where participants shared stories, traditional practices, and knowledge, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment. Such gatherings are essential for promoting awareness of Indigenous issues and reinforcing the community’s resilience in preserving their cultural identity amidst modern challenges. The collaboration with local government units further emphasizes the significance of partnerships in supporting the aspirations and needs of Indigenous communities, paving the way for a brighter and more inclusive future.

🖊 JCB

𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐎 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐒𝐔𝐑 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐𝟕𝐓𝐇 𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
| October 23, 2024

𝐒𝐀𝐍 𝐋𝐔𝐈𝐒, 𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐀𝐍 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐒𝐔𝐑 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
| October 21, 2024

The Banwaon, Manobo, and Talaandig Indigenous Communities/ Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) of San Luis, Agusan del Sur led by Municipal Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR) Bae Kahubadan Ederlina Precioso, celebrated the 2024 National Indigenous Peoples Month and 27th Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) Commemoration on October 21, 2024, with the theme: "Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalaagan, at Parangalan.”

The event began with a panawagtawag or ritual, a ceremony invoking spirits for guidance. The NCIP San Luis Community Service Center (CSC) and the office of the IPMR then led the convocation and Flag-Raising Ceremony of the municipality.

Municipal IPMR Bae Precioso emphasized the ongoing efforts to preserve the cultural traditions of the Indigenous Peoples of San Luis for future generation. This endeavor is facilitated by the Local Government Unit's enactment of Municipal Ordinance No. 04, which formally designates the third Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples Day within the Municipality of San Luis.

Municipal Mayor Ronaldo Y. Corvera, in his message, emphasized the importance of Indigenous Peoples taking pride in their heritage. He cited that the Banwaon, Manobo, and Talaandig Indigenous Peoples are exemplary models of hospitality and cleanliness. “Dili nato ikaulaw nga lumad or IP ta, dapat maging proud ta nga Banwaon, Manobo ug Talaandig ta,” he added.

Veronica O. Lobood, Communtiy Development Officer (CDO) III of NCIP San Luis CSC, encouraged everyone to celebrate Indigenous identity, emphasizing the vibrant cultural heritage flourishing in the municipality. She expressed hope that the younger generation would feel empowered to carry on these traditions.

“Ang mga kahibalo unta mapasa sa mga sumusunod na henerasyon, hagit sa mga datu ug elders nga dili undangon ang pagtudlo sa mga kabataan sa maayong pamatasan, sa pinulungan, kultura ug tradisyon,” Lobood stressedd.

Betcheba Prochina, Public Schools District Incharge, highlighted the strength of Indigenous Peoples Education in San Luis. She emphasized that the curriculum incorporates contextualized, indigenized, and culturally relevant lessons to ensure the preservation of Indigenous traditions.

The program prominently featured the “Pasundayag tu Kultura,” a cultural presentation that showcased the rich and diverse heritage of the Indigenous Peoples. This event included performances of traditional musical instruments, indigenous dances such as courtship dance, war dance, indigenous songs such as Limbay, Tud-om (chant), Dasang (poetic discourse), and the literary art form known as Balagtasan featuring “Palagsulat and Palamguwan”.

The concerted efforts of the Local Government Unit of San Luis, ACCORD Inc., the NCIP San Luis CSC, and the IPMR office culminated in a successful demonstration of Indigenous Peoples' commitment to valuing, nurturing, and honoring their traditional knowledge systems.

🖊 RMT

𝐋𝐀𝐒 𝐍𝐈𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐒, 𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐀𝐍 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐄 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
| October 22, 2024

The Manobo and Higaonon Indigenous Cultural Communities/ Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) of the Municipality of Las Nieves, Agusan del Norte led by Municipal Indigenous Mandatory Representative (IPMR) Hawudon Tandawon II Armando Una celebrated the 2024 Indigenous Peoples Month and 27th Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) Commemoration last October 22, 2024 at the Gymnasium, Las Nieves, Agusan del Norte with the theme, “Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan, at Parangalan”.

Regional Director Ordonio Rocero, Jr. witnessed the ritual led by the baylan. This was then followed by cultural performances of the members of the Indigenous Peoples.

Sangguniang Bayan members representing the ever supportive Mayor Karen Rosales expressed their utmost commitment for the preservation of the customs and traditions and empowerment of the Indigenous Peoples.

📸SB Las Nieves

𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐀, 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐎 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐒𝐔𝐑 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐏𝐑𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
| October 22, 2024

The Manobo and Mamanwa Indigenous Cultural Communities/ Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs) of the Municipality of Tagbina, Surigao del Sur led by Municipal Indigenous Mandatory Representative (IPMR) Hawudon Nelbert Sahay celebrated the 2024 Indigenous Peoples Month and 27th Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) Commemoration last October 22, 2024 at the Gymnasium, Tagbina, Surigao del Sur, with the theme, “Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan, at Parangalan”.

NCIP Chairperson Jennifer Pia Sibug-Las graced the celebration inspiring the members of the Indigenous Peoples of the municipality. She highlighted the importance of preserving the knowledge passed down by the ancestors.

The celebration not only served as a platform for recognizing the contributions of Indigenous Peoples but also reinforced the importance of integrating their knowledge into broader social agendas. By highlighting the relevance of Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Practices (IKSP), the event inspired collaboration between Indigenous communities and government entities, paving the way for sustainable development initiatives. As the municipality looks forward, the commitment to honoring and nurturing Indigenous cultures will be vital in ensuring their legacy endures for future generations, fostering a more inclusive and harmonious society.

The showcase of cultural performances and traditional medicinal plants was also witnessed by the supportive Local Government Officials: Governor Alexander Ayec Pimentel, Sanggunian Panlalawagin and Bayan Officials, and Mayor Glaiza Polizon-Lanete. Also in attendance were Provincial IPMR Hawudon Jimmy Guinsod, Lianga Municipal IPMR Constancio Duhac, and Sibagat SB Member Datu Agong Aljun Cayawan.

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: Chairperson Jennifer Pia Sibug-Las visits the NCIP Caraga Regional Office at Butuan City on October 22, 2024 in celebration of the 2024 National Indigenous Peoples Month and the 27th commemoration of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) with the theme, “Mga Katutubo at Katutubong Dunong: Pahalagahan, Pangalagaan, at Parangalan”.