Republic of the Philippines

Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

MPSPC VISION
Bontoc Campus
An internationally Criminology Department
recognized higher
education institution for Bontoc, Mountain Province
cultural continuity and
innovations that
transforms lives and
fosters sustainable
development.

MPSPC MISSION

MPSPC shall pursue

responsive instruction and
innovation to produce
resilient and productive
citizens who promote
transformational
governance and
contribute to sustainable
development while rooted
R.A. 9512 or the National Environment Awareness
in their cultural heritage. and Education Act
DEPARTMENT GOAL

The ultimate goal of the

Criminology department is
to produce morally
upright, competent and
globally competitive
criminologists and
criminalists who will
deliver effective and
efficient community
services. Group 7
DEPARTMENT
OBJECTIVES

1. Provide quality
instruction and guided
experience through which
the students learn the
knowledge relative to the
practice of criminology
profession.

2. Develop skills on the Name of Members:

practice of security
services, detection,
identification, and Bantasan, Rowell
investigation of law
violators.
Giwao, John Paul Hora A.
3. Promote participative
and functional networking
for crime prevention. Lomas-e, Gabriell M.
4. Provide the students
with a broad cultural
Segundo, Claire Deynce B.
background and an
understanding of due Tipang, Alona K.
process requirements on
the total administration of
justice.

5. Provide the students

with higher concept of
citizenry and leadership
towards fellowmen.

6. Encourage the
students to undertake
criminological researches
and inquiries.

First Semester AY 2023-2024

R.A. 9512 or the National Environment Awareness and Education Act

Objectives:

 Explain RA 9512 or the National Environment Awareness and Education

Act

 Cite an Environmental conservation organizations and their role towards

the conservation and protection of our environment

 Identify the Government agencies tasked to implement RA 9512

RA 9512

Under Section 1 of this act, this act shall be known as the “National

Environmental Awareness and Education Act of 2008” which provides for

the promotion of environmental awareness through environmental education

which shall encompass environmental concepts and principles, environmental

laws, the state of international and local environment, local environmental best

practices, the threats of environmental degradation and its impact on human

well-being, the responsibility of the citizenry to the environment and the value

of conservation, protection and rehabilitation of natural resources and the

environment.

This Act was approved and signed by Gloria Macapagal Arroyo on

December 12, 2008.

The environmental pollution that we face today is caused by many

factors. A major cause of environmental pollution is mismanagement of oil

production and transportation. Due to this, there are oil spills worldwide that

destroy aquatic life. Another issue related to environmental pollution is global

warming. The increase in greenhouse gases causes a rise in the planet’s

atmospheric temperature. Hence, Environmental awareness is critical because

it can help us to become aware of the impacts on the Earth created by human
activities, leading to global warming. It can also help us to create a more

sustainable world by promoting renewable resources, such as solar, wind

and water.

Section 2. Declaration of Policy

Right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the

rhythm and harmony of the nature

Vital role of the youth in nation building

Role of education to foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate social

progress and promote total human liberation and development

Who should be taught about the environment?

 Environmental education must be taught at ALL LEVELS.

 This includes barangay daycare, preschool, non-formal, technical

vocational, professional level, indigenous learning and out-of-school

youth courses or programs, whether public or private.

Section 3. Scope of Environmental Education

Section 6. Interagency and Multi-Sectoral Effort

1. The Department of Education’s curriculum framework for Science

in Secondary Education or in High School is inclined

towards developing scientifically, technologically and

environmentally literate and productive members of the society.

2. This is part of the National Service Training Program or NSTP under its

Civic Welfare Training Service or CWTS.

3. Environmental Education is mandated to be

included in tertiary education and vocational

courses with a curriculum of at least 2 years.

4. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources

or DENR shall have the primary responsibility of

informing all agencies concerned updates about the environment.

5. The Department of Science and Technology or DOST is

mandated to create programs to ensure that students

receive science-based quality information on the

environment and provide assistance for the

development of environment-friendly solutions.

6.

 The above mentioned agencies shall lead in the implementation of public

education and awareness programs on environmental protection and

conservation through collaborative interagency and multi-sectoral effort,

at all levels.
  The DEP-ED, CHED, DOST, DENR, TESDA including the DSWD are

tasked to ensure that information about the environment is disseminated

to the students and community.

10 Environmental Organizations in the Philippines

1. World Wide Fund for Nature

The name of the

organization says it all.

Their projects don't

only focus on food,

water, and climate, but

on wildlife as well. In

fact, they exert effort to ensure the survival of the rarest and most endangered

species in the country. Also part of their aim is to transform lives by providing

livelihood programs.

2. Waves for Water

Imagine the country running out

of water - a drought would take

over leading to a shrinking food

supply, damaged habitat, crop

damage, and more. If the thought

of this makes you cringe, then you may want to work with Waves for Water.

The organization works with leaders and partners to provide clean and potable

water for communities here and abroad.

3. Save Philippine Seas

Our country is surrounded by seas. It's

only apt for us to protect them so they

can protect us from possible harm. Part of the advocasea of Save Philippine

Seas is to promote community empowerment, environmental education, and

shark conservation. The org also initiates citizen-led programs to empower

Pinoys towards behavioral change.

4. Earth Island Institute

Earth Island Institute is an

international org that jumpstarts

programs focused on hyperlocal and

grassroots environmentalism. Their local arm implements the International

Monitoring Program (IMP) which ensures that the country's top tuna

companies conform to industry standards and practices. The organization also

hold campaigns against dolphin captivity and killings.

5. Greenpeace Philippines

The main goal of Greenpeace Philippines

is to protect natural landscapes, species,

and more from environmental threats

such as perilous waste imports, coal projects, and illegal logging. Aside from

promoting ecological farming, this volunteer-based group also holds campaigns

against land, air, and water pollution.

6. Haribon Foundation

Haribon Foundation uses their widely

known platform to save different bird

species and to conserve their habitats as

they empower and educate people. They also partner with various groups and

local government units to conserve biodiversity.

7. Rare
Rare is an international organization that promotes campaigns focused on

sustainable fishing and resource management. They work with local groups to

educate people on the best and proper fishing practices. Through their efforts,

we can all hope for healthier seas and bountiful oceans.

8. Mother Earth Foundation

Garbage is among the top enemies of nature.

To address this alarming concern, Mother

Earth Foundation campaigns zero-waste

advocacy to local authorities. They hold

programs in schools and barangays to promote environmental education and

proper waste management.

9. Philippines Biodiversity Conservation Foundation

Philippines Biodiversity Conservation Foundation

works to restore natural habitats and aims to

educate the public on how to protect wildlife

from feasible harm. So far, they have completed programs to conserve rare

species such as Philippine bats, Calamian deer, and cloud rats.

10. Marine Wildlife Watch of the Philippines

With its strategic location, the Philippines

could be considered the heart of marine

biodiversity in the world. We have quite a

number of sea creature species that can be

extinct soon if we don't act on it today. Thankfully, Marine Wildlife Watch

exerts strong efforts to protect these creatures from illegal trading and capture.

Environmental Celebrations
1. Environmental Awareness Month
MONTH OF NOVEMBER

2. Earth Day
EVERY APRIL 22

3. Earth Hour
EVERY LAST SATURDAY OF MARCH

4. International Day for Biological Diversity

EVERY MAY 22

5. National Zero Waste Month

EVERY MONTH OF JANUARY
6. World Wildlife Day
EVERY MARCH 3
References:

Traveloka PH. (10 Jan 2019). 10 Environmental Organizations in the

Philippines You Can Join

https://www.traveloka.com/en-ph/explore/tips/features-eco-friendly-

organizations-philippines/64061

https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/2008/12/12/republic-act-no-9512/

Raj. (2023). Top 23 Global Nonprofits Protecting the Environment.

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/20-global-nonprofits-environment

https://byjus.com/kids-learning/environmental-awareness-essay/

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%20solar%2C%20wind%20and%20water.

https://unity.edu/environmental-careers/what-is-the-importance-of-

environmental-law/#:~:text=As%20you%20can%20see%20from,air%2C

%20water%2C%20and%20soil.