VINRAD ABANGIN

Project Leader: Coastal Management, Mangrove Rehabilitation, Riverbank Protection, and Go Green DavNor Program
Provincial Government of Davao del Norte

• Community Engagement: Led stakeholder consultations with fisherfolk, LGUs, academic institutions, and national agencies to ensure active participation and project alignment.
• Capacity Building: Designed and conducted training programs on coastal management, mangrove rehabilitation, and alternative livelihoods to promote sustainable practices.
• Project Management: Developed financial proposals, planned site preparations, procured resources, and facilitated mangrove planting for maximum ecological impact.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Oversaw progress through M&E frameworks and prepared transparent financial and progress reports.
• Environmental Advocacy: Organized campaigns to foster community stewardship under the Go Green DavNor Program.

Resource Speaker: Climate Change, Coastal Hazards, and KoboCollect Application

Topics Covered:

• Climate Change: Causes, effects, mitigation, and adaptation strategies.
• Coastal Hazards: Risks, impacts, and community-based solutions like mangrove rehabilitation and resilient infrastructure.
• KoboCollect Application: Practical uses for monitoring and data collection.

Key Engagements:

• Youth Programs: Delivered interactive sessions for students and youth organizations, fostering environmental awareness and action.
• Community Workshops: Partnered with LGUs and people’s organizations to align local efforts with climate resilience initiatives.
• Academic and NGO Forums: Shared insights on disaster preparedness and sustainable practices with various stakeholders.
• Barangay-Level Events: Led consultations and trainings on climate risks and community-based mitigation measures.

Technical Team Member: Marine Biodiversity Assessments
Provincial Government of Davao del Norte

• Coastal Ecosystem Evaluation: Assessed mangroves, coral reefs, and seagrass beds through species surveys, geospatial analysis, and health monitoring to guide conservation strategies.
• Geotagging and GIS Mapping: Conducted geotagging and field validation of critical habitats, producing accurate coastal maps in collaboration with NAMRIA.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyzed ecosystem health, identified degradation patterns, and prepared technical reports for the Integrated Coastal Management Plan (ICMP).
• Policy Contributions: Developed actionable recommendations for habitat restoration, marine protected areas, and community-based resource management.

Research Lead: Factors Affecting Mangrove Growth
Panabo City

• Field Assessment: Conducted surveys on mangrove species, density, and health, identifying natural (tidal patterns) and human (pollution, land-use practices) factors impacting growth.
• Data Analysis & Recommendations: Analyzed threats to mangroves and proposed conservation measures, including buffer zones, aquaculture regulations, and reforestation strategies.
• Community Engagement: Collaborated with local communities to promote awareness and participatory conservation efforts.
• Reporting: Prepared a comprehensive study report aligning recommendations with local government policies.

Technical Working Group Member: Environmental Policies and Plans
Provincial Government of Davao del Norte

• Policy Development: Drafted key sections for the Provincial Environment Code, Forest Land Use Plan, Integrated Coastal Management Plan, Local Climate Change Action Plan, and Tourism Development Plan, focusing on sustainable resource management, conservation, and climate resilience.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Conducted surveys, workshops, and consultations with LGUs, communities, and partner organizations to ensure inclusive and actionable strategies.
• Technical Writing: Authored technical reports on biodiversity, eco-tourism, land-use zoning, and disaster risk reduction.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Performed assessments on forest cover, coastal habitats, cultural heritage, and climate vulnerability to inform planning and policy recommendations.

Prepared materials and documented a one-day workshop with stakeholders.

• Produced a comprehensive report within two days, detailing lessons, challenges, and recommendations.
• Translated session outputs from the local language to English for broader use.
• Delivered high-quality documentation under tight deadlines, meeting Oxfam’s standards.