Indigenous Peoples / Tribal Affairs

Respecting ancestral identity, preserving culture, and empowering Indigenous communities.

"The Indigenous Peoples / Tribal Affairs section is committed to strengthening respect for Indigenous identity, protecting cultural heritage, supporting community participation, and promoting programs that help Indigenous Peoples and tribal communities access appropriate government services and development opportunities."

-Indigenous Peoples / Tribal Affairs

Indigenous Peoples / Tribal Affairs

[Name of Indigenous Peoples / Tribal Affairs Coordinator]

Indigenous Peoples / Tribal Affairs Coordinator

The Indigenous Peoples / Tribal Affairs Coordinator leads the section in coordinating concerns, programs, and activities related to Indigenous Peoples and tribal communities. The office works with barangays, tribal leaders, community representatives, local offices, schools, organizations, and partner agencies to support inclusive and culturally sensitive service delivery.

Through coordination, cultural promotion, community assistance, and stakeholder engagement, the section helps ensure that Indigenous Peoples and tribal communities are heard, respected, and included in local development.

Mandate

The Indigenous Peoples / Tribal Affairs section supports the Municipal Government of New Corella in coordinating programs, services, and concerns involving Indigenous Peoples and tribal communities. It assists in promoting cultural preservation, community participation, welfare support, documentation, referrals, and coordination with appropriate offices and agencies. It helps ensure that programs and services are delivered in a respectful, inclusive, and culturally sensitive manner while supporting the protection of Indigenous identity, traditions, and community welfare.

Vision

An inclusive and culturally respectful New Corella where Indigenous Peoples and tribal communities are empowered, represented, and supported in preserving their identity, traditions, rights, and role in local development.

Mission

To promote the welfare, participation, and cultural preservation of Indigenous Peoples and tribal communities by providing coordination support, strengthening community engagement, assisting in access to government services, supporting cultural programs, and working with tribal leaders, barangays, agencies, and stakeholders.

Organizational Outcome

The Indigenous Peoples / Tribal Affairs section aims to contribute to improved coordination of Indigenous Peoples-related programs, stronger cultural preservation, better access to government services, increased community participation, strengthened partnerships with tribal leaders and agencies, and more inclusive local governance.

Office Department

Offices Section

National Agencies

Indigenous Peoples Coordination

Coordinates concerns, programs, and activities involving Indigenous Peoples and tribal communities within the municipality.

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Core Functions

Supports activities that promote, preserve, and uphold Indigenous culture, traditions, heritage, language, arts, and community identity.
Encourages the active participation of Indigenous communities in consultations, meetings, programs, and local development initiatives.
Assists Indigenous Peoples and tribal community members in accessing appropriate LGU services, social support programs, livelihood opportunities, educational assistance, and other government services.