IBMI-NGO CHAMPIONS THE RIGHTS OF THE AETAS

Since 2012, Advocate Ben BITAG Tulfo has been very vocal and critical in championing the rights of the marginalized communities including the indigenous peoples (IPs). His stance on issues like the ancestral domain emphasizes the need for oversight and legislation.  

In the case of the Aeta groups in Mabalacat, Pampanga, Ben BITAG stresses the importance of respecting indigenous rights and ensuring that their welfare and preservation are properly observed.   

Ben BITAG highlights the need for government accountability and social justice, calling for policies that protect the rights of indigenous people and ensure their voices are heard in decisions that impact their lives.

Known as an advocate for change, Ben BITAG’s involvement in these issues seeks to raise awareness and push for legislations to protect the indigenous people (IPs) in the country.