by Anna Sumicad The Philippines ranks third on the World Risk Index, highlighting its vulnerability not just to natural hazards but also to social and infrastructural challenges (UNU-EHS, 2016). Within the last five years, the country has faced severe storms, floods, and heatwaves that have disrupted livelihoods. However, public understanding of these issues is shapedContinue reading “Climate Crisis On Air: The Media Narratives and Their Impacts on Filipino Climate Awareness”
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To demand climate justice is to fight against corruption
By Viggo Sarmago and Marty Apuhin Makabayan Slate leads a line of protestors marching to Luneta park on September 21, 2025. People chant for system change and demand accountability from corrupt politicians and contractors while waving a Philippine flag. Photo by Marty Apuhin Members of Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines A popular quote thrownContinue reading “To demand climate justice is to fight against corruption”
Clarity Without Justice: Does the World Court’s Climate Opinion Truly Matters?
By Khurt Darren Gatdula and John Carl Cabangon In what many hailed as a “historic ruling”, a breakthrough for environmental accountability, the ICJ has provided clarity on climate change— but not justice in any way. Let’s break it down: 2024 is the hottest year on record and after that we experience severe climate catastrophe allContinue reading “Clarity Without Justice: Does the World Court’s Climate Opinion Truly Matters?”
Pride Month at June’s Climate Cafe
Today, we celebrate the militant resistance of queer people and the deep interconnection between LGBTQIA+ struggle and the fight for climate justice through zine-making. Young creatives gathered at Calle Café by Don Gabriel along Taft Avenue to reflect on Pride Month and the climate crisis. Through art and storytelling, youth from YACAP and other youngContinue reading “Pride Month at June’s Climate Cafe”
The Fashion Industry and Climate Crisis: How Do We Really See it?
By Aayisah Isidro The climate crisis is a pressing issue that needs immediate action. The rising temperatures, natural disasters, food and water scarcity, displacement, etc., are all effects of using an excessive amount of fossil fuels. Fossil fuels are needed in power generation, manufacturing industries, even as simple as the vehicles we use and rideContinue reading “The Fashion Industry and Climate Crisis: How Do We Really See it?”
I think I’ve seen this film before, and I didn’t like the ending: The Implications of another Trump Presidency on Climate Justice
By John Carl Cabangon and Marty Apuhin from Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines The United States has elected Donald Trump, a convicted felon and climate denialist, to the presidency once again. The election’s outcome will shape the future of climate action and the state of human rights justice across the globe. Representing imperialist interestsContinue reading “I think I’ve seen this film before, and I didn’t like the ending: The Implications of another Trump Presidency on Climate Justice”
No To Jeepney Phaseout! We want a Just Transition!
When we call for a just transition, it is for the fossil fuel industry and all aspects of society, including our public transport system. The PUV modernization program hides behind environmentally friendly reasons when really it only benefits big businesses and leaves behind the jeepney drivers and small operators to fend for themselves without aContinue reading “No To Jeepney Phaseout! We want a Just Transition!”
YACAP’s Assessment of Marcos Jr. in his One Year
Worst Climate Disaster of 2022-2023 June 30th, 2023, marks the anniversary of the start of Marcos Jr.’s administration. Today let us take a moment to look back and go over what happened in the first year of his presidency; was he able to bring resolutions or did he contribute to the disasters? On Disaster ResponseContinue reading “YACAP’s Assessment of Marcos Jr. in his One Year”
Why must climate activists join the fight against militarization?
Why must climate activists join the fight against militarization?
In the past decades, U.S. military bases have negatively affected our environment, people, and communities and have increased cases of violence and harassment, especially against women.
examples:
Recent bombings in Cagayan (targeted EDCA sites)
Nicole and Jennifer Laude’s rape case in Olongapo City
In Subic, there was dumping of hazardous waste, leaking underground storage tanks, and toxic spills, among others.
These military exercises led by the US military to train the Philippine army for “counterterrorism” have led to us being one of the most dangerous countries in the world for environmental defenders and activists. Activists are being harassed, killed, and called terrorists.
This independence day, as youth climate activists, we recognize the U.S. as the biggest perpetrator of climate imperialism. We join the fight to end mendicant foreign policies and junk VFA-EDCA.
Tampakan: The Trampled Voice of the People
The Tampakan copper-gold project in South Cotobato is among the biggest of its kind in the world. Opening this mine would bring in money for the national economy, but at what cost?
Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines 