Valencia City’s street dancing presentation “Migsabua” tells the story of two indigenous tribes in Bukidnon—the Talaandig and the Manobo—who were once divided by a sacred river but ultimately united through tradition, courage, and peace.
Kaamulan through the years: Stories of peace-making in street presentations
The annual street dancing competition draws the biggest crowd in Bukidnon’s month-long annual festival, the Kaamulan.
4 contingents compete in 2025 Kaamulan Streetdancing
Contingents from Bukidnon’s two cities, Malaybalay and Valencia and two of 20 towns, Cabanglasan and Libona, are competing in this year’s 2025 Kaamulan Streetdancing Competition.
Tagtigusan: Preserving culture through storytelling
Preserving traditions is not just about remembering the past but about making it relevant in the present. In this opinion piece, Johana Sawayan shares her experience in facilitating the Tagtigusan, a writing program for her university’s tri-people youth.
Sinabaang: A profile of the Higaonon ethnic attire
The Sinabaang, which is the traditional attire of the Higaonon people in Impasug-ong, Bukidnon, holds deep cultural and spiritual significance. More than just clothing, it embodies the tribe’s identity, heritage, and social hierarchy.
Bukidnon artists showcase works in Manila exhibit
The artworks of 24 painters from Bukidnon are featured in a special exhibit at the Manila Clock Tower Museum from February 8 to March 28, 2025.
Heirs of Datu Mansikyabo, Datu Mampaalong hold Panendan Ta Sakub ritual
Datu Maayun-ayun Arthur “Tiboy” Melendez, a clan president in the Bukidnon tribe led the annual pamuhat or ritual dubbed as Panenden ta Sakub in Bahada, Brgy. 7 on January 29.
IP youth to train on reporting, fighting disinformation
Aspiring young writers from the indigenous peoples communities will learn about documentation and reporting to combat disinformation.
Barangay IP reps boost legislative skills
The City’s Indigenous People Mandatory Representatives (IPMR) from 46 barangays have been getting a legislative skills boost, resulting to an increased approval for proposed ordinances.