ATM pushes for AMMB to replace Mining Act
On the occasion of Earth Day, Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) called on the Philippine government to prioritize the legislation of the Alternative Minerals Management Bill (AMMB) and the repeal of the flawed 1995 Mining Act to rationalize mining for national development and ensure environmental protection in mining-affected communities. Jaybee Garganera, ATM National Coordinator said, “Measures to address the climate crisis and ensure the survival of the planet should include reform
ATM joins protection hub for human rights defenders
Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) vowed to help ensure a safe space for human rights defenders (HRDs) as it joined a consortium of civil society and human rights organizations working towards strengthening protection mechanisms and networks for activists and community leaders. Jaybee Garganera, ATM National Coordinator, said “In particular, HRDs fighting against environmental destruction and human rights violations caused by large-scale mining constantly face threats, intimidation,
