Environmental Struggles And Justice Among Lumad Farmers Of Davao City
Authors: Ranie Jeb G. Dungog, Bryan N. Nebria, Jericho A. SuarezJournal: University of Mindanao International Multidisciplinary Research Journal | Vol. 9, No. 1, December 2024
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Abstract
This study describes the various environmental struggles experienced among the participants and their status in accessing justice. This aims to present the environmental violations experienced by the Lumad farmers in Davao City and how these affected their families and sustenance. This follows a qualitative multiple-case study approach. The participants are the Lumad farmers of Marilog, Davao City selected through a critical sampling method. Also, their status in accessing justice is explored. The study concluded that the most common struggles the participants experience are illegal logging and improper waste disposal, which affect their farms, family, health, and income. Their preferred means to accessing justice is through barangay settlement; the rigors of accessing courts, such as distance, expenses, fear of ruling, and the hassle of being called to be present in court, are the most prevalent barriers that hinder the lead farmers from accessing justice or seeking legal action. Nevertheless, the participants believed that the government would help them in accessing justice.Keywords
Environmental Justice, Environmental Struggles, Access to Justice, Lumad Farmers, Davao City, Criminology, PhilippinesSustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
