City Tourism and Cultural Affairs Office – Koronadal City
KORONADAL CITY (June 8) — The intricate embroidery designs of the Blaan people in Barangay Assumption have been formally recognized through a documentation and validation initiative led by the City Government of Koronadal–City Tourism and Cultural Affairs Office in partnership with Indigenous Blaan elders.
The recognition affirms the cultural and historical significance of traditional Blaan embroidery, where every stitch and motif reflects generations of wisdom, resilience, and a deep connection to ancestral land.
For the elders, the designs are not merely decorative patterns but enduring expressions of identity and lived experience—stories of survival and cultural continuity carefully preserved and passed on through generations.
City officials said the initiative ensures that these embroidery traditions are properly recorded and safeguarded for future generations, strengthening efforts to protect and promote indigenous cultural heritage in the city.
Beyond documentation, the effort was described as a commitment to keeping traditions alive while honoring the role of elders as custodians of cultural knowledge and heritage.
The milestone was made possible through the leadership of City Mayor Erlinda P. Araquil, MDMG, DPA, and the support of City Tourism Officer Elric M. Batilaran, MPA, whose office continues to prioritize the preservation of indigenous cultural icons and traditions.
Officials said the recognition forms part of the city’s broader efforts to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ artistry and ensure that their cultural legacy is preserved for generations to come.
