Cultural preservation requires collaboration between various stakeholders—local governments, academic institutions, and the communities themselves. In this post, we discuss how fostering partnerships among these groups strengthens efforts to preserve Traditional Knowledge Systems (TKS) in Panay, Guimaras, and Negros Occidental. By working together, these entities can pool resources, knowledge, and expertise to ensure that the cultural … Read more

Cultural inventories are vital for the preservation of heritage, acting as a permanent record of a community’s tangible and intangible assets. In this post, we discuss the creation of a cultural registry for Panay, Guimaras, and Negros Occidental. This inventory is a comprehensive documentation of the material products, traditions, and practices of each region, compiled … Read more

In the digital age, visual storytelling plays a crucial role in heritage preservation. This post will explore how we use photography and video to document the cultural characteristics of Panay, Guimaras, and Negros Occidental. These mediums allow us to capture not only the physical artifacts of cultural heritage but also the dynamic practices and narratives … Read more

Cultural mapping training equips communities with the tools and knowledge they need to document and preserve their heritage. In this post, we discuss how hands-on workshops empower stakeholders in Panay, Guimaras, and Negros Occidental to take an active role in the cultural mapping process. We walk through the core components of our training, from identifying … Read more

Cultural mapping is more than just documenting traditions—it’s about uncovering the essence of a community’s identity. In this post, we explore how cultural mapping in Panay and Guimaras serves as a bridge between the past and the future. Through systematic methodologies, we document the local traditions, practices, and artifacts that form the cultural landscape of … Read more