Recognition of Salinta Monon as Manlilikha ng Bayan
- Salinta Monon, from the Bagobo Tagabawa community, was declared Manlilikha ng Bayan under Proclamation No. 1188 (1998).
- She attained excellence in abaca-ikat weaving, demonstrating high artistic skill during a period when the craft was endangered.
- Her dedication highlights the importance of preserving intangible cultural heritage.
Declaration of the Centennial Year for Salinta Monon
- Proclamation No. 1076 declared December 12, 2020, to December 11, 2021, as the Centennial Year of Manlilikha ng Bayan Salinta Monon.
- The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), through the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan Executive Council, recommended this declaration.
Mandate and Implementation
- The NCCA is tasked to lead the observance and celebration of the Centennial Year.
- All government agencies, including government-owned or -controlled corporations and state universities and colleges, are enjoined to participate.
- Local government units, non-government organizations, civil society groups, and the private sector are encouraged to support the implementation.
Executive Authority and Formalization
- The declaration is made under the authority vested in the President by the Constitution and existing laws.
- Formal execution included the affixing of the seal of the Republic of the Philippines and signature of the President and Executive Secretary.
Summary of Key Points
- Emphasizes State policy on cultural heritage preservation and folk arts promotion.
- Highlights individual cultural contributions and intangible heritage protection.
- Establishes national observance period to honor culturally significant figures.
- Calls for multi-sectoral collaboration in promoting and celebrating traditional arts.
- Reinforces governmental and executive commitment to cultural continuity and appreciation.