Indigenous Peoples Development Program (IPDP) update

I.Training on Bag Weaving and Making using Up-cycling materials funded by SMART Communications, Inc will be on October 3-8, 2011 at Sitio Bolol Kilot, Kawas, Alabel. Recipient of this training is the Bolol Kilot Tribal Women's Association.

II. Maitum Tribal Women's Association is a recipient of Mindanao Rural Development Programme (MRDP) for their inland fishery project in Barangay Wali, Maitum.

III. Provincial Celebration of National IP Thanksgiving Day will be on October 28, 2011 at Provincial Capitol, Alabel. Proposed activities are:

1) Recognition of Cultural Masters/Artists, IP Achievers & Outstanding IP Teachers
2) Food and Craft Exhibit
3) Cultural Performances and Tribal Sports Competition
4) Ceremonial signing of covenant of support for IP programs
5) Gala Night for partners, public officials, awardees and tribal leaders