Empowering Indigenous People Community Through Sustainable Lamp-Shade Innovations Using Indigenous Materials

Joseph  O. Golingay,; Eric  A. Malo-oy,; Jonathan  A. Maligaya,; Aislin Danielle  A. Gavito,; Roberto  Rodriguez,; Donalyn  G. Lastima,

Empowering Indigenous People Community Through Sustainable Lamp-Shade Innovations Using Indigenous Materials

Discipline: Sociology

Abstract:

In line with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, this study aligns itself with goal number 1 - NO POVERTY by providing livelihood to the indigenous people of Talisay City as well as to UN SDG number 10 - REDUCED INEQUALITIES by providing the indigenous people an avenue to showcase their artistic craftsmanship. Indigenous People are known to be natural, artistic, and creative. The Magcorao Tribu Bukidnon lives in the outskirts of Barangay Katilingban, Talisay City, Negros Occidental for the longest time. Farming, animal husbandry, and working in the sugarcane fields are among the means of livelihood of these IPs. This research aims to determine the socioeconomic status of Magcorao Tribu Bukidnon in Barangay Katiligban, Talisay City; introduce lamp shade innovations and augment the IP's creativity; assist in the development of the IPs cooperative to sustain the lamp shade innovations project. The Magcorao Tribu Bukidnon was selected to be the beneficiary of this project as they are identified as a partner –community of the Technological University of the Philippines Visayas. The researchers collaborated with JCI Bacolod, the Department of Trade and Industry, and various local agencies. The IP community initially produced 10 artistically-designed lamp shades which were showcased during a convention and other social activities. The products were sold at a good price, which was an indicator of its quality and commercial value. Moreover, the researchers witnessed the IP's unity, collective effort, and joy in creating their lamp shade innovations.

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