We respect the electoral exercise and the will of the people. But we see the dominance of traditional politicians (trapos), convicted plunderers and political lackeys of the Duterte administration in the winning list of new senators. This does not bode well for transformative social change. We see new senators who are compromised by big corporate…
Stop mining, communities urge Duterte admin Groups hold anti-mining actions nationwide MANILA, 30 June 2016 – Mining-affected communities across the Philippines held protests and other actions to pursue reforms in mining ahead of the inauguration of President Rodrigo Duterte and the swearing-in of Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Gina Lopez. Members and…
Alyansa Tigil Mina challenges Duterte Admin to address mining, environmental issues Alyansa Tigil Mina, a national coalition of more than 130 members and 21 local multi-sectoral alliances in the provincial Sites of Struggles collectively confronting the promotion of destructive large-scale mining in the Philippines, challenges incoming President Rodrigo Roa Duterte to stand by his promise…
ATM Statement on Pope Francis’ Encyclical “Laudato Sii” (“Praise Be To You”) 18 June 2015 As his holiness Pope Francis said in his homily on February 9, 2015 in Vatican, “A Christian who does not protect creation, who does not let it grow, is a Christian who does not care about the work of God…
Envi groups renew call to scrap Mining Act Environmental activists in chains dragged by a “golden grim ripper” marched towards the House of Representatives to call on the Congress to Scrap RA 7942, also known as the Mining Act of 1995 as the law marks its 20th year. The action spearheaded by the group Alyansa…
Mendiola March to pressure Malacanang against mining Environmental groups spearheaded by Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) finished off their week-long anti-mining solidarity activity on Thursday, September 18 with an estimate of 1000 advocates marching from Plaza Miranda to Mendiola. The groups emphasized their message to Malacanang that mining is a destructive industry and recalled their messages…
Groups accuse MMDC of new violations Anti-mining Coalition in Cantilan, Nagpakabana Na CarCanMadCarLanon (NNC), once again declared battle against MarcVentures Mining Development Corporations (MMDC) for the company’s alleged violation of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau’s (MGB) stoppage order issued on April 22, 2014. According to NNC, MMDC has been doing full mining operations in Cabangahan,…
ATM Statement for Earth Day: Filipinos should assert their right in protecting the environment ‘Ganansya ng iilan, disgrasya ng mamamayan’— As the world celebrates Earth Day, Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) a coalition of more than a hundred environmental and anti-mining groups continues its cry for a more sustainable future, not just for the environment but…
More mining companies should be shut down—ATM The Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) called on the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) to close down many mining companies in the country found in violation of environmental laws and those who committed human rights abuses. This is in light of the…
The Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) a national campaign organization, is looking for qualified applicants for a full-time, project-based positions: 1. Campaigns/Sites of Struggles (SoS) Officer in Visayas. Job Description: 1. Coordinate area/field activities for local campaign work in various localities in the Visayas region; 2. Provide direct support to identified activities at the area/field levels…
Legislator renews call for alternative mining law Lone District of Nueva Vizcaya Representative and House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Carlos M. Padilla said the enactment of alternative mining law is important to provide a new policy in managing our country’s mineral resources and in resolving glaring flaws of the Republic Act No. 7942 otherwise known…
Groups urge gov’t: seek justice for victims of Marcopper toxic mine tragedy, other mining disasters Led by the Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM), groups called on the government to step up and lead the people in demanding justice for victims of the Marcopper toxic mine tragedy and other mining disasters. This morning, the groups went agency-hopping…
Groups condemn dismissal of murder case against Army’s 27th IB Justice for the Capion massacre DENIED Support groups of anti-mining communities affected by the Tampakan Copper Gold Project condemn the dismissal of the criminal charges against members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines 27th Infantry Battalion. Last year, Oct 18, Juvy Capion and her…
Interfaith groups march to international mining confab venue to reject miners Solemn prayer offered for victims of mining-related violence, tragedies A hundred strong Church leaders, seminarians, lay and community representatives marched to Sofitel Plaza Hotel carrying torches and candles formed “STOP MINING” on Monday (September 9, 2013). Groups led by the Association of the Major…
Groups launch Anti Mining Solidarity Week of Actions Call on Chamber of Mines, government: Stop the Plunder! Tao Muna, Hindi Mina! Groups led by Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) launched a week-long campaign opposing the Chamber of Mines’ push for more mining investments in the country. “Every September since President GMA’s time, the Chamber of Mines…
Anti-mining coalition slams Mining Chamber’s ‘poster boy’ for responsible mining Says Philex, MGB should completely disclose dealings after August mine tailings accident Alyansa Tigil Mina criticizes Philex Mining Corporation for how irresponsible and misleading it has been since the accidental discharge of more than thirteen million cubic meters of mine waste from its Padcal mine.…
Alyansa Tigil Mina strongly condemns, argues environment permit issuance to SMI-Xstrata Mines Manila—Alyansa Tigil Mina strongly condemns and questions the issuance of a conditional environmental compliance certificate (ECC) to Sagittarius Mines Inc-Xstrata Philippines (SMI-Xstrata) for the Tampakan Copper-Gold Project. ATM has informed the Office of the President and the Mining Industry Coordinating Council of the…
SMI-Xstrata deserves no ECC Non-compliance with environmental, social, or legal standards means NO-GO Alyansa Tigil Mina reiterates its call to President Aquino and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to refrain from issuing an Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) for the Tampakan Copper-Gold Project. We restate the critique of from the London Working Group…
Job announcement: MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION OFFICER We are Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM), an alliance of mining-affected communities and civil society organizations challenging the aggressive promotion of destructive large-scale mining in the Philippines. We are a national campaign of more than a hundred local and national groups. We are looking for someone who will lead our…
‘Blame yourself!’ Group demands Philex to pay fine for mine waste leak Philex mining must pay heavy fines for causing the country’s biggest mining disaster and must stop tossing the blame to other forces but themselves, said Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) after the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) confirmed in a report that the Philex…
