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Pastoral assembly aims to empower indigenous group

Gathering offers participants a glimpse into lives of the Bajuas
Pastoral assembly aims to empower indigenous group
Published: May 18, 2016 04:43 AM GMT
Updated: May 18, 2016 04:43 AM GMT

A gathering of different groups based in Mindanao is helping to empower the Bajaus, who are considered a marginalized group in society.

The Claret Samal Foundation Inc., based in Basilan, hosted the Pastoral Assembly of Care for Nomads and Bajaus in the Philippines in Bongao, Tawi-Tawi from May 16 to 19.

Bishop Angelito Lampon of Jolo, who also heads the assembly, said participants had the opportunity "to experience the life and culture of the Bajaus."

With the theme, "Empowering Bajau Communities: Educational Innovations for Cultural Development," the assembly also gave the participants a glimpse of the living conditions of the Bajaus and the educational initiatives to improve their lives during their visit to the Bongao Bajau Village.

The gathering also aimed to encourage the Bajaus to preserve and be proud of their cultural and spiritual identity.

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