Billie Dumaliang

Camping in defense of nature

On April 1 and 2, 2025, more than 400 people came together for the Masungi Nature Defense Camp—and what a powerful gathering it was.

Sustainable ways to host a waste-free wedding

We learned valuable lessons on how events can be more responsible and eco-friendly. Here are some key takeaways for achieving an earth-friendly event.

Amplifying youth voices at the recent UN land talks

On camera, I had the opportunity to share insights on the state of the environment in the Philippines, the challenges of dealing with vested interests that hinder land restoration, and the irony of destructive renewable energy developments within our biodiversity hotspots, including the Masungi Georeserve.

Forest fighter Farwiza Farhan, rangers face conservation challenges

When Farwiza Farhan’s team reached out, excited to visit the Masungi Georeserve during her trip to the Philippines for a lecture organized by the Ramon Magsaysay Awards Foundation, we seized the chance to exchange ideas and experiences.

Redefining resilience in climate-vulnerable regions at recent NYC talks

New York Climate Week 2024 highlighted a truth often overlooked: true resilience is not just about bouncing back but evolving beyond the systems that have long kept communities, particularly in the Global South, from leading the charge on climate action.