Addressing Loss and Damage from Climate Change in the Philippines: Lived Experiences of Indigenous Farmers in Atok, Benguet

This policy brief addresses the complex issue of Loss and Damage (L&D), with a specific focus on indigenous farmers in Atok, a municipality in Benguet Province, Philippines. The climate crisis has disrupted traditional farming practices and knowledge systems, leading to significant economic and non-economic losses. The brief emphasizes the need for community-based risk-sharing systems, better government support tailored to highland farmers, and integrating indigenous knowledge into climate adaptation planning.