INTERTWINING OF NATURE AND CULTURE

Celine always makes sure to give credit where CREDIT IS DUE. SHE GARNERS plenty of knowledge and inspiration from the indigenous peoples of the Philippines.

SHE GIVES AN EXAMPLE OF something she’s learned FROM THEIR PRACTICES: “FOR example, indigenous farming practices treat soil as a living being (which it is), and the way they plant is not just about nourishing themselves but also the EARTH AND OTHERS. “

Celine uses their knowledge not only because it is very important culturally, but also because they deserve to be included in bigger conversations regarding the state of our country’s environment.

“MANY CONSERVATIONISTS see them as solutionsbearers, and it is unfortunate that they are often sidelined or not even included in conversations on the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, and the policies that are supposed to address these.”