Aeta: The Untold History

  Aeta are the original inhabitants of the Philippines. They live in scattered mountainous part of Luzon. They are known as a skilled hunter – gatherers back in the day, and they thrive every disastrous stike of nature that made the professionals mesmerized. Bushcraft, Sustainable Farming, Art and Body Modification, and Healing are Aetas best known for their traditional knowledge and skills. This is the living proof that even without modern science, they survive by their deep-rooted wisdom and sustain their prehistoric method. But, these are not enough for them to be seen and heard. Should the Aetas have to transform their inherent qualities and perhaps even compromise their authentic selves solely to attain the respect and recognition they rightfully deserve from others in their community or society at large? ‎ ‎ ‎Sustainable Farming ‎- Long ago, Aetas primary way of living is through agriculture. However, In 1991 a major volcanic eruption caused a soil degradation to their ar...