INDIGENOUS GROUPS IN THE PHILIPPINES(L,V,M).pptx

Indigenous Groups in
the Philippines from
Luzon,Visayas, and
Mindanao

Objectives:
At the end of this lesson the students should be able to;
1. Identify the major indigenous groups in Luzon, Visayas, and
Mindanao and their unique cultural traits.
2. Describe the traditions, livelihoods, and contributions of indigenous
communities to Philippine heritage.
3. Promote respect and appreciation for the diversity and
contributions of indigenous communities to the nation’s cultural
identity.

are distinct social and cultural groups that
share collective ancestral ties to the lands and
natural resources where they live, occupy or from
which they have been displaced. The land and
natural resources on which they depend are
inextricably linked to their identities, cultures,
livelihoods, as well as their physical and spiritual
well-being. (World bank, 2018)
INDIGENOUS PEOPLE

POPULATION
Lesson No. 2 Indigenous Groups in the Philippines
In Northern Luzon, particularly the
Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR),
Indigenous Peoples constitute about 33% of
the population. Prominent groups in this area
include the Igorot, which encompasses sub-
groups such as the Bontoc, Ibaloi, Ifugao,
Kalinga, Kankanaey, and Tinguian.

Cordillera Administrative Region
This is the indigenous population of the
Cordillera Religion and they are collectively
known as IGOROTS. There are eight ethno-
linguistic groups in the Cordillera namely
Ibontoc, Ifugao, Isneg, Ykalinga,
Kankanaey, Ibalao, Tingguian, and
Yapayao.

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IBONTOC IFUGAO ISNEG
Known for their
traditional farming
techniques and
preserving the rice
terraces. Their
name means
“people from the
mountains.
Famous for the
Banaue Rice
Terraces, their
indigenous
woodcarving, and
rituals honoring
rice gods.
Found in Apayao;
known for their
intricate weaving and
boat-making skills

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YKALINGA KANKANAEY IBALOI
Skilled in
headhunting
traditions in the past
and now in colorful
textiles and pottery.
Renowned for their
colorful “woven ikat”
fabric and intricate
dances.
Also called Ibaloi;
they are
agriculturalists
known for cattle-
raising and
traditional burial
caves.

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TINGGUIAN YAPAYAO
Known for their vibrant
textiles, music, and
community dances.
Known for their small-scale
farming and bamboo crafts,
located mainly in Apayao
province.

CARABLLO TIBES
These are five ethno-linguistic groups-
Ibanag, Ilongot, Gaddang, Ikalahan, and
Isinai- who together with the Agta people
inhabit the Caraballo mountainrange in
Eastern Central Luzon. This are the
provinces of Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino and
Nueva Ecija.

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IBANAG ILONGOT GADDANG
Found in the
Cagayan Valley;
known for their
elaborate oral
literature and corn
agriculture.
A semi-nomadic tribe
known for their
hunting skills and
distinct ornaments.
Experts in embroidery,
weaving, and
woodcarving.

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IKALAHAN
ISINAI
Experts in embroidery,
weaving, and woodcarving.
Hey have a rich oral
tradition and distinct
musical instruments.
Known for sustainable
farming and protecting
forest resources.

NEGRITO/ AGTA
It refers to a large group of
indigenous tribes in Philippines. It
includes the subgroups called the
Agta, Aeta, Ati, Ayta, Dumagat
and others.

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AGTA AETA
ATI
Skilled hunters and
fishers found across
Luzon.
Known for their
distinct curly hair,
adaptability, and
mountain lifestyles.
Located in Panay and
Negros; they are known
for their rich folklore and
festivals.

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Close relatives of
the Aeta, found in
Zambales and
Bataan.
AYTA
Forest-dwelling tribes of
Sierra Madre with strong
spiritual beliefs.

POPULATION
The exact number of Indigenous
Peoples (IPs) in the Visayas region of
the Philippines is unknown, but some
estimates suggest that they make up
around 3% of the country's total IP
population.(NCIP 2018).

MANGYAN
The indigenous groups in the Visayas-
mostly in Mindoro are called Mangyan
and there are ethnic groups such as
Tadyawan, Tagbanwa, Molbog, and
Kagayanan. It is a common name
used to refer to eight ethnic tribes in
Philippines.

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TAGBANWA
TADYAWAN MOLBOG
Located in Mindoro’s
lowlands, they engage
in rice farming and
traditional weaving.
Known for their intricate
basketry and music,
found in northern
Palawan.
Residing in southern
Palawan, they are
agriculturalists and
fishermen.
KAGAYANAN Practitioners of traditional
herbal medicine and forest
conservation.

PALAWAN HILL TRIBES
Palawan, the largest province in the
Philippines, is home to several indigenous
ethnolinguistic groups namely, the
Kagayanen, Tagbanwa, Palawano, Taaw't
Bato, Molbog, and Batak tribes. They live
in remote villages in the mountains and
coastal areas.

One of the oldest
ethnic groups,
renowned for their
traditional writing
and crafts.
TAGBANUA BATAK KALAMIANES
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A semi-nomadic group
that practices slash-
and-burn agriculture.
Involved in upland
farming and forest
protection.

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CUYONIN
Originating from Cuyo
Island, they are known
for their Catholic
traditions and
hospitality.
Involved in upland farming
and forest protection.
KEN- UY

POPULATION
Approximately 61% of the Indigenous
population resides in Mindanao. The Lumad is a
collective term used to describe various
Indigenous groups in this region.

LUMAD
The Lumad are a group of Austronesian
indigenous peoples in the southern
Philippines. It is a Cebuano term meaning
"native" or "indigenous". The term is short
for Katawhang Lumad (Literally:
"indigenous people"),
The name Lumad grew out of the political
awakening among tribes during the martial
law regime of President Ferdinand Marcos.

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SUBANEN MANOBO B’LAAN
Known for their
farming, brass
jewelry, and unique
rituals.
One of the largest
Lumad groups, skilled
in weaving and dance.
Recognized for their
intricate beadwork and
abaca weaving.

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T’BOLI MANDAYA MANSAKA
Famous for their T’nalak
fabric and vibrant
traditional music
Skilled in making
dagmay (woven abaca
cloth) and performing
rituals.
Known for their
agricultural practices
and cultural dances.

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TIRURAY MANOBO
HIGAONON
Reside in uplands;
experts in weaving
and basket-making.
Found in Bukidnon, Agusan,
and Misamis Oriental. They
are upland farmers and are
known for their rich oral
traditions and epic chants.
Reside in uplands;
experts in weaving
and basket-making.

MORO
The Moro people are a group of
Muslim ethno-linguistic groups in
the Philippines. They are
indigenous peoples who have
been marginalized and deprived of
their ancestral lands.

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MARANAO MAGUINDANAO TAUSUG
Known for the “okir”
designs, torogan
houses, and epic
poetry.
Skilled in
kulintang music
and rice farming.
Known for their trading
skills and Sulu crafts.

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SANGIL
SAMAL YAKAN
Famous for their
maritime
lifestyle and
boat-building
skills.
Renowned for their
colorful weaving and
intricate textiles.
Coastal people known for
fishing and small-scale
trading.

"If we must die, we die defending
our rights"
-Sitting Bull

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