News & Updates

Explore our ongoing and past initiatives that support Indigenous communities, protect forests, and promote sustainable, culturally-rooted livelihoods across the Philippines.

Mar 12, 2026

ICCA Bill Advances in 2nd TWG Meeting

The second Technical Working Group meeting on the ICCA Bill advanced important discussions on recognition, protection, governance, and the proposed national registry for Indigenous Peoples’ and community conserved territories and areas in the Philippines.

Feb 24, 2026

Partner Feature: Supporting Indigenous Water Defenders in the Philippines

Lessons from the Sierra Madre

Feb 19, 2026

World Day of Social Justice: Why Palawan’s 50-Year Mining Moratorium Still Matters (and what’s happening now)

Every 20th of February, the world marks World Day of Social Justice, a reminder that fairness isn’t an abstract concept, but about whether communities can keep their land, water, livelihoods, health, and dignity, for future generations to inherit a livable home.

Nov 5, 2025

NTFP-EP Philippines at NACF 2025

NTFP-EP Philippines facilitated the participation of 150+ exhibitors from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao

Oct 31, 2025

Two New Short Films on Sierra Madre Wild Foods

NTFP-EP Philippines, with support from SIANI and NTFP-EP Asia, released two youth-led short films on wild foods in the Sierra Madre.

Apr 11, 2025

Nature’s Heartbeat has begun!

A global conservation movement powered by communities on the frontlines — including NTFP-EP Philippines

Mar 10, 2025

Victory for Nature, Victory for People
(Panalo ng Kalikasan, Panalo ng Sangkatauhan)

Statement of NTFP-EP Philippines on Palawan’s 50-Year Mining Moratorium Win