Ugnayang Pambansa para sa Katutubong Kaalaman at Talino, Inc.

08/06/2026

World Oceans Day | 8 June 2026

Reimagine: Beyond the World We Know, A New Relationship With Our Ocean

Indigenous Peoples have always been close to nature—forests, mountains, and oceans. They have long served as stewards and guardians of these ecosystems, contributing to the overall health of Mother Earth, not merely as beneficiaries.

For Indigenous communities, oceans, seas, and rivers are not distant bodies of water; they interact together. These waters provide shelter, livelihood, and social and cultural spaces.

In the Philippines, like many other Indigenous coastal communities, the Tagbanua Indigenous Peoples demonstrate through their knowledge systems how ancestral governance and management sustain marine ecosystems.

This , let us strengthen and reimagine our relationship with the oceans. Let us protect them. Let us be their guardians.

05/06/2026

World Environment Day I June 5, 2026

are demonstrating how Indigenous knowledge, customary governance, and collective action contribute to addressing climate impacts and strengthening community resilience. In the , for example, the Teduray and Lambangian have Tulak healing rituals and community-led disaster response, the Manobo have traditional flood adaptation practices, the Balangao have ecological knowledge and the Tagbanua exercise stewardship of forests and almaciga trees within their ancestral lands.

Developed through generations of experience and continuous adaptation to changing environments, remains relevant to present and future climate challenges. begins with recognizing and supporting Indigenous Peoples' rights, leadership, knowledge systems, and self-determined solutions.

This , let us recognize and support Indigenous Peoples’ local climate actions and environmental stewardship. Let us also acknowledge that while some practices help combat climate change and its intensifying effects, others are being undermined by a crisis they did not create or contribute to.

29/05/2026

Where do non-Moro indigenous peoples place themselves in the Bangsamoro?

Indigenous communities and their leaders continue to fight for land and representation in the region.

29/05/2026

WATCH | Timoey Jojo of KAMAL shares his experience during the Community-Based Adaptation Workshop (CBA20) on how climate funding mechanisms and government-led programs have transformed diversified farming into monocropping, while often overlooking the importance of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) in Indigenous communities.

29/05/2026

Rappler Special: A Teduray mother takes care of home

When an indigenous mother looks out for her children, she ends up looking out for her people.

Timuay Justice and Governance Tebtebba

When an indigenous mother looks out for her children, she ends up looking out for her people

27/05/2026

| Report on the Situation of the Rights of the Indigenous Peoples Living in Paraguay

The report, available in Spanish, was written by Oscar Ramón Ayala Amarilla and published by the International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs (IWGIA). It evaluates the human rights situation based on the 2022 National Indigenous Census and recent surveys.

Scan the QR code below to read or download the full report, or click the link here: https://indigenousnavigator.org/publication/report-on-the-situation-of-the-rights-of-the-indigenous-peoples-living-in-paraguay

| Report on the Situation of the Rights of the Indigenous Peoples Living in Paraguay

The report, available in Spanish, was written by Oscar Ramón Ayala Amarilla and published by the International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs (IWGIA). It evaluates the human rights situation based on the 2022 National Indigenous Census and recent surveys.

Key Findings:
• Demographics: Indigenous people represent 2.29% of Paraguay's total population, comprising 19 distinct peoples across five linguistic families.
• Land Rights: While 83.8% of communities possess land, significant challenges remain regarding legal titles. In the Eastern Region, deforestation and agribusiness expansion threaten traditional livelihoods like hunting and fishing.
• Socioeconomic Gaps: Indigenous populations face disproportionate poverty levels (66.2% vs. the 26.4% national average). Access to basic services is limited, with only 25.3% having access to running water compared to 79% nationally.
• Health and Education: The report highlights a critical infant mortality rate of 109 per 1,000 live births and an average of only 4.3 years of schooling for those aged 15 and older.

Scan the QR code below to read or download the full report, or click the link here: https://indigenousnavigator.org/publication/report-on-the-situation-of-the-rights-of-the-indigenous-peoples-living-in-paraguay

22/05/2026

International Day for Biological Diversity

"Acting local for global impact"

On this , we celebrate the power of local action in shaping global impact. continue to stand at the forefront of biodiversity conservation as stewards of forests, waters, seeds, traditional crops, and knowledge systems that sustain life and ecosystems for generations.

Outcomes from Indigenous Peoples Assistance Facility ( ) Cycle 6 projects in Asia show how Indigenous Peoples’ initiatives strengthen biodiversity through the promotion of traditional crops and wild edibles, conservation of local , and institutionalized community conservation practices. These efforts not only protect ecosystems but also strengthen seasonal food availability, dietary diversity, food sovereignty, and nutritional well-being for healthy and resilient communities.

As we mark this day, we recognize that supporting Indigenous-led initiatives based on , systems and practices such as seed banks and traditional food systems are essential for and sustainable use for the global vision of living in harmony with nature.

21/05/2026

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

“Culture connects us all”

Protecting and promoting cultural diversity—as one of the foundations of peoples’ identities—is inseparable from respect for human dignity and human rights. Cultural heritage includes knowledge systems and practices, objects, cultural sites, linguistic diversity, and spiritual beliefs and practices, all of which embody the richness of humanity.

For Peoples, culture is both an identity and a living expression of language, traditions, and knowledge systems. These practices affirm the importance of safeguarding their lands, territories, and resources. Cultural diversity is a vital pillar for successful intercultural dialogue, fostering peace, inclusion, and sustainable development. One of our initiatives in strengthening it is through training programs for partners, learning exchanges that bring Indigenous Peoples together from around the world, and opportunities to share practices and learn from each other. These efforts build solidarity, amplify Indigenous voices, and ensure that cultural diversity continues to thrive across generations.

On this day, we participate in the celebration by calling for recognition of Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, the promotion of Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Practices, and the upholding of cultural diversity as a pathway to peace and sustainable development.

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

“Culture connects us all”

Protecting and promoting —as one of the foundations of peoples’ identities—is inseparable from respect for human dignity and human rights. Cultural heritage includes knowledge systems and practices, objects, cultural sites, linguistic diversity, and spiritual beliefs and practices, all of which embody the richness of humanity.

For , culture is both an identity and a living expression of language, traditions, and knowledge systems. These practices affirm the importance of safeguarding their lands, territories, and resources. Cultural diversity is a vital pillar for successful intercultural dialogue, fostering peace, inclusion, and sustainable development. One of our initiatives in strengthening it is through training programs for partners, learning exchanges that bring Indigenous Peoples together from around the world, and opportunities to share practices and learn from each other. These efforts build solidarity, amplify Indigenous voices, and ensure that cultural diversity continues to thrive across generations.

On this day, we participate in the celebration by calling for recognition of Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, the promotion of Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Practices, and the upholding of cultural diversity as a pathway to peace and .

19/05/2026

LOOK | Tebtebba and UPAKAT Delegation Learning Exchange and Dialogue

Indigenous youth representatives from First Nations in Canada met with the delegation of Tebtebba Foundation, Inc. and Ugnayang Pambansa para sa Katutubong Kaalaman at Talino, Inc. (UPAKAT), Inc. – a national network of Indigenous communities in the Philippines advocating for the rights of Indigenous Peoples and the revitalization of Indigenous knowledge systems and practices – at the Canadian Embassy for a meaningful learning exchange and dialogue.

The session provided an opportunity for the Indigenous youth representatives to learn about Tebtebba’s work at the local, national, and international levels, as well as UPAKAT’s initiatives and practices in grassroots communities.

In turn, the Tebtebba and UPAKAT delegation gained valuable insights from the experiences and advancements of First Nations in Indigenous Peoples’ governance and socio-economic development.