I am ATA

01/05/2024

Thank you so much University of Alberta Philippine Students' Association - PhilSA for making Lakbay Ata project a beneficiary of your charity gala! 🫶

24/03/2024

"𝓔𝓶𝓫𝓻𝓪𝓬𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓸𝓾𝓻 𝓡𝓸𝓸𝓽𝓼"

As part of the "I am ATA" advocacy, Mailyn Francisco delivered a cultural talk at the Miguel Lobby last Friday, March 22, showcasing the customs and lifestyle of her tribe to Liceo HUMSS 11 Students.

The event shed light on the history of the Ata tribe—a reminder of our Negros' roots. By introducing Mailyn as a representative of their tribe, the talk sought to introduce the Ata tribe as Negrosanon roots and make known of the tribe's existence. Furthermore, the talk was also a way to encourage Senior High School students to advocate for the Indigenous Peoples as well.

It is in our hands to take responsibility for safeguarding our identity that connects us to our roots. Once again, let's join hands together with our L-Champ in preserving our cultural heritage! ✊️

10/03/2024

✨️UPDATE: The “Weaving Traditions: An Uway Weaving Workshop” was successfully held last Mar. 8, 2024 at Museo de La Salle.

The Lasallian community delved into the culture of Ata by experiencing their livelihood and artistry, weaving connections and creations.

Later that day, the Ata weavers underwent a workshop with Ms. Sybel Nobleza, our guest speaker from the Association of Negros Producers (ANP as an engagement which ended with ANP scheduling an engagement for our Ata tribe partners to be part of the association.

Let's celebrate the power of our hands to craft uniqueness and here's to a new beginning for our Ata partners! ✊

Stay tuned for more updates about the journey of our L-Champ.✨️

10/03/2024

The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on March 1st at C26, establishing the clear guidelines for advancing the Lasallian Champion advocacy, “I am Ata”. ✍️

Dr. Ma. Carlvina Cruz, Mr. June Carl Seran, Mailyn Francisco, Mr. Reneboy Francisco, Ms. Lilian Francisco, Selinah Catalan, Mariella Ferraris, Denisse Leonoras gathered to formalize their agreement and solidify the partnership between Colleges and Partner community. The signing was also witnessed by DAP Undersec. Niño Joaquin Tenorio, undersecretary for CED LChamp.

08/03/2024

Thank you Sunstar Bacolod for featuring our Uway Weaving workshop!

08/03/2024

A two-part cultural exchange event under the I am ATA advocacy is happening today, March 8 at Museo de Lasalle. The morning session (9:00 AM - 11:30 AM) is entitled, "Weaving Traditions: An Uway Weaving Workshop” given by the Ata elders for Lasallian faculty and staff. The weavers will teach them how to weave using Uway, an indigenous material. The afternoon session (1:30 PM - 4:30 PM) is “I am Ata: Costing and Pricing workshop with Association for Negros Producers” with Ms. Sybel Nobleza and she will conduct a workshop focusing on marketing and pricing strategies for the elders and Uway experts, aiming to enhance their entrepreneurial skills. This event aims to promote traditional craftsmanship with contemporary business knowledge, benefiting both the Ata tribe's cultural heritage and their economic development.

As the path toward societal development is paved with progress, we must not neglect to look back on our roots. Be one with our L-Champ in preserving our cultural heritage!

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Caption by: Josrod Theodore Villanueva

07/12/2023