Answer to Question #257285 in Philosophy for Han

Question

2. ldentify Filipino anthropologists and describe their contributions towards the Filipino conceptualization of the self.

Answer 1

Filipino Anthropologists include Melba Padilla Maggay, Michael Tan, Alfredo E. Evangelista, and F. Landa Jocano.

Melba Padilla Maggay- She was crucial in her outstanding leadership in organizing the religious movements, particularly the evangelical Protestant presence, at the EDSA barricades during the Philippine ‘People Power’ uprising in February 1986. 

Michael Tan - Had consistent efforts to revitalize scientific research on and in the use of traditional medicine, develop rational drug policies, and [understand] the social and behavioral dimensions of HIV/AIDS prevention and of reproductive health promotion.

Alfredo E. Evangelista - In 1961, he attended a Philippine conference in late November he talked about archaeology in the Philippine Islands, growth, development, also its current status and problems, December Evangelista represented the Philippines at the International Conference on Asian Archaeology in New Delhi and also presented his work on finds in the Philippines showing trade relations with Indian, Chinese and Thai sources.

F. Landa Jocano - his pioneering works in anthropology in the Philippines, particularly his work in Philippine prehistoric civilization.