TOWNS Awardees

Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda currently serves as member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines, representing the Lone District of the Province of Antique. Prior to her election to the current position, she was a three-term member of the Philippine Senate where she chaired the Committees on Finance, Foreign Relations, and Climate Change. Legarda has authored many laws aimed at improving the lives of Filipinos and promoting inclusive, sustainable and resilient development. Her inspiring advocacy on environmental protection has earned her global recognition. Legarda was conferred the Dangal ng Haraya by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Many indigenous people’s groups likewise bestowed titles upon her for championing the rights and welfares of the IPs.