Social Issues

Timpuyog Ti Baguio:
Advocating for the People

At Timpuyog Ti Baguio, we are committed to identifying the pressing social issues that affect our communities and working toward sustainable, fair solutions. From economic challenges to public welfare concerns, we listen, engage, and take action to ensure that every voice is heard and every decision benefits the people. By fostering collaboration and accountability, we strive to create a future where progress uplifts everyone—leaving no one behind.

SOCIAL ISSUE #1

Reclaiming Camp John Hay:
A Fight for Baguio’s Future

For decades, Camp John Hay has been a critical issue for Baguio’s residents. The 1994 conditionalities were meant to protect the people’s interests, yet recent changes in the city’s charter threaten local jurisdiction. This video sheds light on the history, the challenges, and the solution—electing leaders who will fight for Baguio’s rightful claim. Watch and understand why reclaiming Camp John Hay is a fight for the people, by the people.

SOCIAL ISSUE #2

Fix the Townsite Sales Application:
Return the Land to the Residents!

Under the current Townsite Sales Application (TSA) system in Baguio, long-time residents must go through a public bidding process to obtain a land title, meaning their land could be awarded to the highest bidder—even if that person has never lived there. This unfair system was reinforced by the 2022 Revised City Charter of Baguio, contradicting the 2010 bill—which was never signed—that aimed to remove TSA and allow direct land awarding to qualified residents. To fix this, Baguio needs true public servants in Congress and local officials who will fight for the people, ensuring that the land rightfully belongs to those who call it home.

SOCIAL ISSUE #3

Preserving Heritage, Ensuring Fairness:
The Future of Baguio Public Market

Baguio’s story is deeply tied to its public market, a vital hub of culture and livelihood. Now, plans for its redevelopment through a Public-Private Partnership raise key concerns—will rents remain fair, and will vendors’ voices be heard? To move forward, we need assurance: fair policies, inclusive decisions, and leaders who prioritize the people’s welfare.