Unahin Natin Lagi ang Diyos-Leyte (UNLAD-Leyte) and Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) welcomed the decision of MacArthur Iron Projects Corporation (MIPC) to withdraw its cutter suction dredger currently located in MacArthur, Leyte. Brenie Morcilla, UNLAD Secretary General, said the withdrawal of the dredger is “a small victory for our community-led anti-mining efforts”. She expressed gratitude to the residents, farmers, and support groups for their intense opposition to black sand min

Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) strongly condemns the illegal arrest of human rights defender, Edel Parducho, and youth activist, Three Odeña during the People Power at 40 March Rally yesterday. According to reports, Edel was serving as a marshal in the rally and was shielding the demonstrators, mostly women, from being pushed by the police. Three was taking photos when she was suddenly pulled by her hair and arrested. Charges of physical injury were then filed against the two activ

Forty years after the historic People Power at EDSA in 1986, the Filipinos are again witnessing the massive plunder of the economy and the country’s natural resources. Forty years after EDSA, the nation remains burdened by debt, persistent poverty, ongoing environmental destruction, and continued human rights violations—especially in communities affected by mining.   Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) joins thousands of Filipinos marching in the streets today to demand accountability f

Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) hailed the temporary suspension of Woggle Corporation’s Exploration Permit by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MBG). ATM credits the strong opposition and dedicated perseverance of local residents and the members of Dupax Environmental Defenders who set-up and maintained the barricades for this victory.   Jaybee Garganera, ATM National Coordinator, said “Were it not for the unwavering and determined opposition of the residents to the exploration acti