The document outlines the demographic profile of indigenous peoples in the Philippines, estimating their population to be between 10% and 20% of the national total of approximately 102.9 million, with the majority residing in Mindanao. The Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) of 1997 aims to protect their cultural integrity and land rights, while indigenous communities have actively participated in the electoral process through the political party 'Sulong Katribu,' which was ultimately not accredited to participate in the 2016 elections. Additionally, the document mentions the linguistic diversity among indigenous groups, detailing the languages spoken and their cultural practices.