Tanggol Kalikasan
π February 2024
Tanggol Kalikasan (TK), in coordination with Central Luzon State University (CLSU), conducted the 2024 Institute of Environmental Governance (IEG) Training of Trainers, Annual Meeting, and Natural Resource Management Module Enhancement at CLSU on February 19-22, 2024.
IEG Coordinators from 28 state universities and colleges across the Philippines attended, sharing updates on their programs. I presented ISU-IEGβs initiatives.
Experts from government and non-government sectors led interactive discussions on ENR topics, preparing teams for capacity development and mentoring programs with partner LGUs. TK-facilitated workshops further equipped participants for future engagements.
A key highlight was the Learning Exchange Visit, where teams gained scientific insights and benchmarked best practices for potential adoption.
DA Undersecretary Atty. Asis G. Perez delivered the closing message, emphasizing collaboration opportunities between IEG and the DA.
Grateful to University President Dr. Ricmar P. Aquino, CEO Dr. Emerson V. Barcellano, TK, and CLSU.
Institute of Environmental Governance (IEG)
π May 2024
Coordination cum consultative meetings were conducted on May 16-17 with LGU Dinapigue, Maconacon and Divilacan relative to the upcoming Environmental Governance Training for LGU Department Heads on May 28-31 which contain Lecture Series, Workshop, and Development Field Visits.
This capability building program is a component of a project implemented by the Institute of Environmental Governance (IEG) which was institutionalized through the partnership of ISU and Tanggol Kalikasan.
Meanwhile, a Coastal Clean Up Drive was done at the coast of Maconacon organised by the LGU and DENR. It was good participating in this activity, even beyond the purpose of my trip.
Mabuwaya Foundation -
Tanggol Kalikasan
π Aril 2019
The Mabuwaya Foundation, Tanggol Kalikasan and Local Government Unit of San Mariano conducted Environmental Law Enforcement Training last April 11-13, 2019. 44 individuals attended the training from 8 barangays composed of barangay officials, Bantay Sanktuwaryo members, MENRO and DENR staff. Among the highlights of the training is the drafting of Wetland and Law Enforcement Action Plan and the release of the Philippine crocodiles inside the Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park. A simulation exercises on how to make proper arrest and gathering of evidences and others were enjoyed by the participants.
Congratulations to everyone for a very successful training and workshop!
Environmental Governance Training
π June 2024
LGU Department Heads of Isabela and Cagayan province participated in a four-day Environmental Governance Training held June 9-12, 2024, at Isabela State University, Cabagan Campus and Cagayan State University , Gonzaga Campus.
The initiative was jointly spearheaded by Tanggol Kalikasan, Inc. and the Institute of Environmental Governance (IEG) of Isabela State University and Cagayan State University.
Equipping LGU officials with the knowledge and tools for their environmental mandates, this activity focuses on strengthening their capacity in enforcing environmental laws, regulations, and strategies. The training particularly targets combating environmental crimes like wildlife trafficking, illegal logging, and its associated timber trade.
This is a part of the Environmental Justice Sector Reform Project Phase 3 (EJSRP 3) funded by US Department of State International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) and US Department of Interior-International Technical Assistance Program (US DOI-ITAP).Β