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Acknowledgement

We like to extend our deepest gratitude to Sir Edel, Sir Lemuel and Mam Astrid of

Haribon Foundation. We are thankful to have them as our mentors. Thank you for treating us as

your friends and at the same time a family. Also, without them we will not accomplish our tasks

properly and on time.

We also want to thank Professor Rebecca Daluping. Thank you for extending our time to

finish our immersion and giving us leeway to accomplish our documents.

From: Proponents.


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i. Introduction

The general definition of theology, as a part of the curriculum, lies in the four corners of

the classroom. It aims to teach us proper values and norms that we can use and share to the

society. Theology 5, which is Social Justice, gave the regular brand of theology a new meaning.

It generally refers to the idea of creating a society or institution that is based on the principles

ofequality and solidarity, that understands and values human rights, and that recognizes the

dignity of every human being (Wikipedia). Our thoughts were painted a new idea. It generally

exposed us to a greater perspective. It opened our eyes to the lifestyle and culture of every

community. With this observation, we were able to understand their needs and value.

Environmental justice (EJ) is "the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all

people regardless ofrace, color, sex, national origin, orincome with respect to the development,

implementation and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies." In the words

of Bunyan Bryant, "Environmental justice is served when people can realize their highest

potential."(Wikipedia)It is probably the most underestimated issue in the society. Some say its

boring and for others its just a waste of time. People are the cause of this problem. Moreover,

we also have the answer to this predicament. Our ignorance to this dispute hinders us from being

a part of its answer. We chose this topic because we want to be a part of its holistic development.

We want to charge for the future. We will run for our future, water, food, biodiversity, eco-

tourism, trees and for the next generation.
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ii. Participation

Exhibit 2.1 Haribon Foundation Site Map (Source: Google Maps)

A. Location:

Haribon Foundation is located at 2nd floor Santos and Sons Building, #973 Aurora

Boulevard, Quezon City.

B. Field of Work:

Haribon Foundation is a non-profit, non-stock, non-government organization. They are

committed to working on the environment through membership, training workshops, advocacies,

campaigns and environmental resourcing. Their projects mainly points out to save sites, species

and habitats.

C. Vision-Mission Statement:

Vision: Haribon takes the lead in caring for nature with people for the people.


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Mission: Haribon is a membership based organization committed to nature conservation

through community empowerment, and scientific excellence.

D. History

Haribon Foundation first started as a bird watching society. It was just a form of hobby

them. It was inspired by the Philippine Eagle. Moreover, they got their name from the Filipino

term of Philippine Eagle, Haring Ibon. Haribon was also accredited by the Department of

Science and Technology as a science and research foundation conducting floral and faunal

studies.

E. Organizational Chart

Haribon is headed by their Chief Operation Officer, Anabelle Plantilla. They are also

composed of 3 major departments, namely Site Action Department, Constituency Development

Department and Research Department. The Site Action Department and Research Department

are managed my Mr. Noel Resureccion. The Constituency Development Department is headed

by Maria Berlinda De la Paz.

F. Activities:

Our tasks and activities revolve around public relations, promotional, training workshops

and clerical. We called various schools, companies, government units and various organizations

to invite them to join the Million Hectare Challenge 2011 of Haribon. It is a run for a cause

which aims to fund the restoration of hectares of forests. Also, we called various companies for

sponsorship and support. Mr. Geronimo was also given the task to come up with the design of

Haribons membership kit. He was also tasked to interview various nominees for the Gawad


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Bayani ng Kalikasan. As a group, we helped Haribon organize their Module 4 of Environmental

Awareness Workshop. Others were also tasked to do some filing.

Exhibit 2.2 Activity Table Summary

Activity Assigned

Workers

Pictures Mentors

Signature

Sponsorship and

Invitation forMillion hectare

Challenge

Ms. Averia,

Mr. Amador,Mr. Baclig,

Mr. Defante,

Mr. Geronimoand Mr.

Namin,

Exhibit 2.2.1

Exhibit 2.2.2


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Exhibit 2.2.3

Formulation of

design for the

membership kit

Mr. Geronimo

Filing of

Documents

Mr. Baclig and

Mr. Amador

Exhibit 2.2.4

Environmental

Awarenessworkshop

Ms. Averia,

Mr. Baclig,Mr. Defante,

Mr. Geronimo

and Mr.Namin,

Confirmation ofnominees

Mr. Geronimo

iii. Socio-Analytical Mediation (Seeing)

Honestly speaking, we did not get the chance to interact with the whole environment and

its problem. We got our awareness, regarding matters about environmental issues; from office,


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training and research. The environmental condition of the Philippines is somewhat similar to its

economical situation, crisis that seems to worsen each day. Among these problems that need

immediate action are waste management problems, depletion of the natural resources and water

resources related issues. Environmental changes negatively affect us all but it has more impact

on the lives of the poor. Their insufficient incomes make them, vulnerable to environmental

disasters. This is due to the fact that they have limited access to education and resources. Their

lack of awareness results to the further environmental degradation. Moreover, the lack

responsiveness and awareness of people, regardless of social status, hinders environmental

organizations from doing their jobs and implementing their programs.

Religion and faith should not be a standard when dealing with contributions in

developing the environment. All of these existing religions offers and imposes environmental

friendliness. Hence, everyone should help the holistic development of the environment

regardless of religion and faith.

iv. Hermeneutical Mediation

Lev. 25:23-24

The land is mine and you are but aliens and my tenants. Throughout the country that you

hold as a possession, you must provide for the redemption of the land.

Ezekiel 34:2-4

Woe to the shepherds of Israel who only take care of themselves! Should not the

shepherds take care of the flock? You eat the curds, clothe yourselves with the wool and

slaughter the choice animals, but you did not take care of the flock! You have not strengthened


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the weak or healed the sick or bound up the injured. You have not brought back the strays or

searched for the lost. You have ruled them harshly and brutally.

From our past lesson, we have learned that all properties has social mortgage. This is the

Principle of Stewardship. According to the ten building blocks of Catholic Social Teaching, We

are managers, not owners. We are tasked to take care of what God has given us in such a way as

to nourish and strengthen it, so that we will be able to return it to God in better condition than we

received it, at any time that He wants it returned. The wealth of our lives is a gift, not just given.

That is, no more than with life itself do we have this as something we can earn or deserve. It is

not entitlement but blessing in which others are meant to share. As technology and market

advances, we should impose social and environmental responsibility and vigorous volunteerism.

We should not fail to remember to give back to Mother Nature, who provides comfortable and

convenient living.

v. Practical Mediation

In general, our goal is to alleviate the poor peoples vulnerability to environmental disaster. To

improve the situation of the poor we have formulated three strategies. These are to develop a

more responsive policy and practice on environmental management, conduct a massive and

continuing public environmental education, and strengthen support to research and development.

At the policy level, efforts should be made to improve present approach of policy formulation

and implementation. A massive and continuing environmental education at all levels should also

be vigorously pursued to elevate the level of consciousness of the entire citizenry on

environmental issues and to mobilize their support in addressing these issues. Environmental


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activities should be incorporated in school/university curricula at all levels as well as in the

programs of the different government agencies, NGOs and the private sectors. Finally, support to

research and development should be strengthened. One way to do this is to require big foreign-

assisted environmental programs/projects to include research and development as one of the

project components to support field implementation.

Bibliography

www.haribon.org.ph/
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Environmental_justice

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_justice

The Churchs Best Kept Secret: Her Social Teaching
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