The document discusses the GAMABA Awards, which were established in 1992 by the Philippine Rotary Club and Republic Act 7355 to honor National Living Treasures for their mastery of important Filipino cultural practices. Some guidelines for candidates included having at least 50 years of experience and helping to preserve cultural traditions. The awards recognized 13 awardees across various art forms including weaving, woodcarving, and metalworking that used mediums like abaca, wood, and metal.