Republic of the Philippines OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT NATIONAL COMMISSION ON INDIGENOUS PEOPLES: REGIONAL OFFICE, REGION - III 3/Floor, K.L. Building, Consunji St. Sto. Rosario City of San Pernando, Pampanga Tol,/Fax Nos. (045) 961-5956 / (045) 963-2151 April 28, 201) MADAM AUREAG, MICLAT-TEVES Executive Director Project Development Institute, Inc. Quezon City Dear Madam Teves: Our hearlfelt congratulations to you and your staff on the occasion of the 20! Anniversary of the Project Development Institute, Inc. PDI Is a long time partner of the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples, Region 03 serving the marginalized indigenous Peoples, particulary the Aetas of Pampanga, Bataan and Zambales, towards thelr genuine empowerment and sustainable development. Your able leadership and the selfless dedication of your men in the field have produced several tangible and worthy accomplishments fo the Indigenous Peoples (IPs) in achieving thelr aspiration for ancestral domain, self-governance and empowerment, social justice and human rights, and cultural Integrity. Please accept our highest regards for your earnest! efforts, understanding and perseverance In working with us for the interest and well-being of the Indigenous Peoples of Region 03, Again. our warmest! Congratulations. More power and blessings. shomey yours, sAto M. D, CEO VI