This morning, I had the privilege of celebrating Indigenous Peoples Month with the students and teachers of Lubluban Integrated School, Libertad, Misamis Oriental. Aside from my continuous advocacy for Bisaya music and mental health awareness, I’ve also been deeply moved to work on preserving our culture — our people’s stories, traditions, and ways of life. I’ve come to realize how vital this is — for it keeps our identity alive, protects our heritage, and honors the unique knowledge systems tha