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

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,

Residents of Aroroy, Masbate, called on the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to reject the proposed expansion of mining operations on Mount Pajo by Filminera Resources Corporation and its Canadian partner B2Gold Corporation. Marylou Verano of Ang Aroroy ay Alagaan (4As) said, “Our community continues to suffer the detrimental effects of Filminera’s mining operations since 2008. We continue to experience water contamination, erosion, siltation, fish kills

Women community leaders from anti-mining barricades and members of Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) held a flash mob at the gates of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to demand the cancellation of mining permits and a permanent stop to mining operations in their areas. Chanting “Ipamana, Huwag Ipamina” and "Ayaw namin sa large-scale mining", the protestors formed a human barricade, essentially bringing the barricades from their communities to the DENR office

Community leaders from five anti-mining barricade sites gathered at the launch of Alyansa Tigil Mina’s Mining Hell Week today to call for an end to mining activities in their respective communities. Jaybee Garganera, ATM National Coordinator, stated, “By coming to Manila, the leaders are essentially bringing their barricades to the city, hoping the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will urgently address their complaints and cancel existing mining permits.

On this International Women’s Day, Alyansa Tigil Mina honors all women, especially those leading the resistance against large-scale mining in the communities. We salute women environmental and human rights defenders courageously standing at barricades, actively driving awareness sessions, and steadfastly organizing communities. Being the primary caregivers in the family, women carry the responsibility of managing the health issues and financial burdens caused by mining. Being

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