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MANAY CELEBRATES IP MONTH 2023

National Indigenous Peoples Month in October is a Philippine observance that aims to support and raise awareness of indigenous cultural communities. It is hoped that more Filipinos will be aware of the numerous contributions of National Indigenous Peoples Month. Indigenous peoples make up at least 10% of the total population in developing countries such as Southeast Asia. The Philippines alone has over 50 distinct indigenous cultural communities that inhabit the archipelago’s lands. These Indigenous peoples are well known for their rich artistic and cultural heritage, expertise in specific occupations, and mastery of the land that has sustained them for centuries. In the Municipality of Manay, the Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title (CADT) no. RXI-MAN-0515-182 has been approved by the NCIP en banc and with its approval is the formulation of the Indigenous Political Structure or IPS that focuses on the operation of the CADT in Manay. This IPS is composed of the Likid (Leaders) and Magkatikadong (Elders) that guide the development of the CADT area. It has been noted that years back, the Certificate of Ancestral Domain Claim (CADC) was lodged between the Barangays of Taocanga, Rizal, and Old Macopa as assisted by the Philippine Eagle Foundation. Now, the CADT has expanded to eight barangays with a total of almost 29,000 hectares which includes the barangays of Capasnan, Lambog, San Fermin, San Ignacio, and Holy Cross. Another CADT area is currently being on the process of survey and approval by the en banc. These areas aim to preserve and conserve for future generations. With the introduction of the IPS, the Local Government Unit of Manay headed by Mayor Jon Marco M. Dayanghirang strengthened the collaboration with the IP Community. Apart from the financial assistance that was given to indigent individuals through various assistance, the IPS's introduction to the people of Manay through its inclusion in the National Heritage Month 2023 celebration last May 2023 highlighted the collaboration made by both agencies. Though these two agencies are governed by two different laws, these entities co-existed because at the end of the day these entities will be serving the common good for their respective people. During the 126th Araw ng Manay and Parochial Fiesta of St. Francis Xavier Parish and in time with the celebration of the 2023 Indigenous Peoples Month, the LGU collaborated with the IPS of Manay for the AgriCultural Tourism Fair happened last October 21-24, 2023 at the Municipal Street (back of the Municipal Hall). This fair aims to showcase the Agriculture, Culture, and the Tourism of Manay. Indeed, the plight for recognition for the ancestral is now being hastened as various agencies coordinate with each other. This partnership will surely be continued. Special mention to LGU Manay headed Mayor Jon Marco M. Dayanghirang and the 20th Sangguniang Bayan and Hon. Jesus L. Mamparo Jr. (Chieftain / Likid) and IPMR Jusvin Sumambot for leading the pact for the strengthened partnership with the IP Community.

Article written by: Jan Michael Belena

Published: 2023-10-31

SOMA: THE 481 DAYS OF MAYOR JM

Here are the photos from the STATE OF THE MUNICIPALITY ADDRESS by Mayor Jon Marco M. Dayanghirang that happened last October 23, 2023, and attended by the various stakeholders of Manay especially the LGU Department Heads, Punong Barangays, DepEd Manay North and South Districts, BFP, PNP, COMELEC, DILG Manay, NC Manay, Religious Sector, Business Sector, and elected officials. Mayor JM Dayanghirang made his report on the 481 days in his incumbency as well as the future plans for the Municipality of Manay. This activity marks the appreciation to those people who have petitioned for the creation of Manay as a separate municipality. These people were represented by their respective heirs in accepting the plaque of recognition. This event is part of the celebration of the 126th Araw ng Manay and Parochial Fiesta of St. Francis Xavier Parish. The event is also brought to us by the Local Government Unit of Manay headed by Municipal Mayor Jon Marco M. Dayanghirang. Special thanks to JC Molina Photography for capturing the moments.

Article written by: Jan Michael Belena

Published: 2023-10-29

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Manay Vision

A socially stable and economically progressive municipality in pursuit of sustainable agriculture and eco-tourism development within the context of respect to mother nature that nurtures gender responsive, climate smart, resilient, culture-centered, and liveable community through dynamic leadership and good governance sustained by peace loving, God centered and law abiding citizenry.

Manay Mission

In partnership with all stakeholders, will work in unity and solidarity in promoting the general welfare of the people of the municipality by transforming Manayans into self- reliant, self- managing, law-abiding and God- loving community living in prosperity, unity, justice, happiness and peace.

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Propelled towards building an eco - friendly responsive governance, culture-centered, gender sensitive and responsive, climate-smart, resilient and a strong community with socio economic, self sufficiency and stability for the next ten years (2024-2033).

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Chicken Loot
Loot is the indigenous way of cooking a meat into a sumptuous viand!
Note: The video was shot at Purok Poblacion, Barangay Taocanga.

UNAW

Dubbed as one of the "Food for the Gods", these Lumbia starch or UNAW is a native delicacy for the people of Manay. It is from a Sago palm, locally known as lumbia, is one among the many sources of flour. In Manay, Davao Oriental it grows on the nearby creeks and springs and sometimes became the references of a presence of a water. Manayans, can you share us on how you prepare this Unaw!

UPLAND RICE
In Barangay Taocanga, "Pag-tataan" or a celebration of the first harvest of an upland rice. Upland Rice is a kind of rice that is planted directly to a dry soil rather than to a paddy. This rice is harvestable every 4 months or depends on its variety. According to the farmers, it can be planted in any months of the year, the new generations preferred to plant it on Summer months especially May but the elders preferred to start planting on August to September. Have you had upland rice in your meal? Comment us your experience!
Note: The video was shot at Purok Poblacion, Barangay Taocanga.

ABACA -OLD MACOPA'S AGRICULTURE WONDER!
Barangay Old Macopa, one of the barangays of the Municipality of Manay is located at the southwestern portion of the municipality of Manay whose economic activity is more on Agriculture. Corn, Coconut, Banana and Abaca are the most common crops being planted by the farmers. 3rd on the list, Abaca yielded 104,300 metric tons on the year 2015 of the barangays' crop with 149 hectares being planted. With the current price and its popularity, Abaca is now widely planted to the different puroks and sitios. The variety of Senorita is common in the areas of Purok Malipayon, Taganaga, Gravahan, Madsayap, Buyo and Malinawon. Sinamuyo and Dabaw, native varities, also thrive together with the common Mindanaoan variety of Tangungon and Inusa. A mix of traditional and modern techniques, the Old Macopa abaca planters are keen on improving its performance. Thus making the Abaca industry a sought-after economic power and a potential investment area for the municipality.
KADI DA KAMO!
Come, visit and invest in Manay! by Jan Michael Belena

SURFING SEASON
In photos is a group of surfers from Siargao that have visited the shorelines of Manay and tried surfing. The coastlines of Manay specifically in Manay Bay have identified to be potential for surfing during the months of November-March.
#wowmanay #manaytourism
Photos from Julyeleven Gumop-as

DAGMAY
The traditional handwoven textile of Mandaya, is made of lanot (abaca fibers, Musa textilis) using the abl'lun (backstrap loom). Weaving the "dagmay" has been passed on from one generation to another. Children, during their free time, help their mothers to segregate and knot the abaca fibers. When their feet can reach the siknan (foot brace) of the loom, the young girls are allowed to continue what their mothers and grandmothers have started to weave. Those who are willing to learn would stay by their mothers' side to observe and copy what their mothers are doing. Motifs and designs of the dagmay are mostly anthropomorphic and zoomorphic. The reptile is respected as shown by the regularity with which it appears in their design. Dagmay is not just an ordinary cloth; every design is considered sacred and a gift by the Tagamaling (spirit). Weavers would offer rituals to the Magbabaya (deity) to give them clear visions of the designs and concentration when laying the patterns. They would usually chew on betel nuts and burn ashes near them as part of their ritual. At present, the Mandaya weavers in Davao Oriental would mix commercial cotton with abaca to save time in preparing the materials and in weaving. At times, they also mix the commercial and natural dyes to make the colors look brighter and prevent the colors from fading away/fast.

Municipality of Manay Seal

Taken from the records of the Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator's Office based on the transmittal from the National Historical Institute on 1995.