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  • ISPSC holds 2nd International Lecture on Indigeneity Studies

    The Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College (ISPSC), through its Indigenous Peoples Education Research Center (IPEDRC), hosted the 2nd International Lecture on Indigeneity Studies on March 23, 2026, via Zoom, in collaboration with the University of Hawai?i - Leeward Community College and the NAKEM Conferences.

    Anchored on the theme “Elders and Youth in Dialogue: Co-creating Liberatory Educational Practices for a Sustainable Indigenous Future,” the webinar brought together educators, researchers, students, and advocates, serving as a platform for academic exchange and dialogue on indigenous perspectives, knowledge systems, and lived experiences.

    Dr. Jeffrey Miguel Acido of the University of Hawai?i delivered a lecture titled “Bringing in the Youth and the Community for Liberatory Educational Practice,” emphasizing the role of youth and community engagement in shaping inclusive and transformative learning environments.

    Also present during the webinar were ISPSC President Mario P. Obrero; Dr. Englebert Mangaldan, Director of IPEDRC; Dr. Jonalyn Sad-ayan-Lacambra, Chief of Policy and Rights Advocacy; Ms. Rinbeth Riva, Chief of Educational Development and Linkages; and Ms. Esperanza Pusayen, Chief of Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Heritage.

    The IPEDRC serves as ISPSC’s dedicated center for research, extension, and advocacy on Indigenous Peoples Education, promoting the preservation of indigenous knowledge systems, cultural heritage, and inclusive educational practices through local and international partnerships. (JGP)
    Photos by Marvin Galano

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