Tree of Life Eco-Cultural Encounter
The coconut tree, known in the Philippines as “The Tree of Life” is the primary livelihood for many Filipino families. Each part of the tree has a benefit and a use, from its delicious milk inside its shells to the leaves that can be woven to make roofing materials.
The 'Tree of Life Eco-Cultural Encounter', run by Bahay Tuluyan's young people, takes visitors through San Antonio, Quezon where families in the area make their living from the coconut tree. Visitors will be able to explore the different home industries that revolve around the coconut tree, including the processing of coconut oil, the production of brooms and the 'milking' of the coconut to create tasty sweets. The Encounter ends with a delicious coconut based meal served under the shade of coconut trees.
Along the way, visitors will experience Filipino provincial life and the beauty of San Antonio, Quezon.
To arrange a Tree of Life Eco-Cultural Encounter please email info@bahaytuluyan.org.
Children's Rights Study Tour for Teachers
The Children's Rights Study Tour for Teachers will be run for the first time from 25 September until 5 October. This 11 day tour will be an opportunity for teachers from outside of the Philippines to learn about children's rights issues, poverty and development close up. The aim of the Tour is to give teachers information about social justice and development as it impacts on the people in the Philippines, especially children.
The Tour will include orientation, interactive forums, street exposure, urban and rural school visits, homestay, exposure to Mobile Unit program, volunteering in residential shelters and cultural activities.
The Tour is open to all teachers on a first come, first served basis. A maximum of 10 teachers will be accommodated. For more information, please contact us at info@bahaytuluyan.org
