November 27, 2025, PAFID Researcher & Documentation Officer Cristine Mae Maquilan and Admin Assistant Quennie Ciba met with the leaders and elders of Sumpaw Nang Mangkatikadung Sang Maragusan for an orientation on the ICCA Global Registry process with the United Nations Environment Programme – World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP–WCMC). 
During the session, the team guided the community through the ICCA registration form, explaining—section by section—the opportunities, responsibilities, and essential considerations. The orientation also emphasized how registering their ICCA, locally known as “Dumot,” strengthens traditional governance and supports ongoing conservation efforts. 
On the same day, the community began preparing the required documents and successfully completed several sections of the registration form, marking a solid start toward completing their ICCA submission. 
This activity equips the community with a clear understanding of the importance of ICCAs, the benefits of joining the Global ICCA Registry, and how to manage their ICCAs—ultimately contributing to the long-term protection of their ancestral domain for future generations. 
Registering Dumot is more than a process—it’s a commitment to securing their territory, honoring cultural leadership, and safeguarding biodiversity for the years to come. 
PAFID remains steadfast in supporting Indigenous communities as they defend their ancestral lands, uphold their cultural identity, and continue their enduring stewardship of nature. 
