Hatched in 1972, the Haribon Foundation and the individuals it trained and nurtured were instrumental in the formation of other environmental organizations in the country.

The niche of Haribon – developed over 45 years of scientific excellence and socio-economic research – is biodiversity conservation. The Foundation’s natural and social scientists continue to work with people from all levels of governance to develop sustainable resource management strategies.

The name Haribon was coined from Haring Ibon or the Philippine Eagle. It was so named because the existence of the king of birds is a perfect barometer of the state of our forests. Learn more about Haribon's history here.

Their Vision

Haribon transforms every individual into a biodiversity champion.

Their Mission

Haribon advocates biodiversity conservation through building constituencies, empowering communities and applying multi-disciplinary approaches.

Conserving Sites and Habitats

Haribon works in a wide variety of areas, establishing comunity-led native tree nurseries or strengthening marine protected areas. By applying science with community-driven principles, we conserve these sites and habitats.

Saving Species

Every species has a place and function in the web of life. Haribon conducts research on biodiversity to reveal mysteries behind some of the country’s most unique wildlife and their connections to the habitats people share with them.

Encouraging Sustainability

People continue to make a mark on the planet: pollution, climate change, oceans of plastic... A movement to guide society to a more sustainable way of life is crucial to preserving all life.

Empowering People

Who better to protect our forests than those who appreciate the oxygen they give? Who better to protect the sea than the fisher whose life is tied to it? Without empowered people, the natural heritage will continue to be slowly lost.