13/03/2026
A proud and historic moment for the Ati community of Sitio Kati-kati , San Miguel, Jordan, Guimaras!
Isa na namang mahalagang milestone ang naitala para sa Ati Indigenous Cultural Community matapos kilalanin sa pamamagitan ng isang Municipal Ordinance ang mga handicrafts na gawa mula sa Sinukuan, na bahagi ng kanilang Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Practices (IKSP).
This recognition strengthens the protection of Ati culture and affirms their rights under Section 32 of the Indigenous Peoplesโ Rights Act (IPRA). SEC. 32. Community Intellectual Rights. - ICCs/IPs have the right to practice and revitalize their own cultural traditions and customs. The State shall presence, protect and develop the past, present and future manifestations of their cultures as well as the right to the restitution of cultural, intellectual religious, and spiritual property taken without their free and prior informed consent or in violation of their laws, traditions and customs.
Ang tagumpay na ito ay patunay ng yaman ng kultura, kakayahan, at katatagan ng mga Ati sa pagpapanatili ng kanilang mga tradisyon. Higit pa sa simpleng pagkilala, ito ay isang mahalagang hakbang upang matiyak na ang kanilang kaalaman, sining, at kultura ay maipapasa sa mga susunod pang henerasyon.
A heartfelt thank you to Hon. SB Member Christian Infante for sponsoring this meaningful ordinance and for continuously supporting the recognition of Ati cultural heritage. Likewise, sincere appreciation to the LGU of Jordan, headed by Municipal Mayor Hon. Atty. John Edward Gando, for standing with the Ati community in protecting and promoting Indigenous traditions.
Isang tunay na tagumpay hindi lamang para sa Ati ng Sitio Kati-kati kundi para rin sa patuloy na pangangalaga ng ating Katutubong kultura.