By Trisha Mandap | Resource Mobilization Officer
With great treasures comes great responsibility.
A country blessed with rich and eclectic marine biodiversity, the Philippines houses what is dubbed the ‘Amazon of the Seas’ or the center of the center of marine biodiversity. This is the Verde Island passage. Indeed, a treasure that holds great importance not just due to its shore fish abundance but also because of its strategic economic location, the passage unfortunately faces significant environmental challenges and risks.
As such, the ABS-CBN Foundation perseveres to empower and involve citizen scientists in the surrounding area of the VIP in developing scientific research and enhancing public awareness through encouraging active participation from all sectors of society in promoting sustainable practices and environmental stewardship.
In the past months, the foundation has conducted various Mangrove and Reef monitoring training for the communities in Batangas, Mindoro, and Romblon. Alongside the workshops, equipment necessary for continuous surveillance, monitoring, and upkeep of the passage has been provided.
We believe that there is an innate “eco-warrior” in everyone.
Thank you for supporting our efforts to unite and empower communities and stakeholders to become guardians of our environment!
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