Aeta Community

Program 02

"Restoration with people, not simply for people"

Establishing a dedicated vocational and ecological learning center to empower local Aeta communities through technical skill building, sustainable craftsmanship, and community-led forest stewardship.

Community Leadership

Include legitimate community representatives in planning, implementation, monitoring, feedback, and evaluation.

Participation Self-Governance Local Knowledge

Livelihood Opportunities

Create sustainable income streams tied directly to nursery maintenance, tree planting, and forest protection.

Nurseries Fair Compensation Craftsmanship

Ancestral Domain Rights

Respect cultural heritage and ensure full FPIC (Free, Prior, and Informed Consent) across all reforestation projects.

FPIC Land Rights Cultural Respect

Program 02 Initiative

AETA TRAINING CENTER

Master the Art of Cement Craft & Sculpture

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About

"Our intention is not simply to provide short-term assistance. We want to help create opportunities that can continue to benefit the community over time. We do not want to simply give fish; we want to give the community the net—the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they can use to create a more sustainable future for themselves and their families."

Specialized Courses

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Hands-on Training

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Expert Instructors

FOUR CORE PROGRAMS

Choose Your Path to Craftsmanship

Each program is designed to provide you with adequate knowledge and practical skills working with cement and fine arts.

Equipment Repair

Teaching how to prepare the correct cement mixture, building molds, and proper care or repair of tools to be used.

Proper Cement, Sand, and Water Mixing Ratios
Building and Maintaining Molds
Proper Care, Cleaning, and Repair of Tools

Hands-on / Workshop Inquire Now →

Statue Making

Teaching the carving and molding of statues of people, animals, and other traditional figures using a mixture of cement and iron.

Building Strong Armatures & Metal Frameworks
Carving and Molding Fine Details
Curing, Smoothing, and Finishing Techniques

Sculpture & Molding Inquire Now →

Wall Design & Reliefs

Learning how to create unique wall designs (3D wall art, faux stone walls, and relief carving) using cement.

3D Wall Art and Faux Stone Texturing
Relief Carving (Flora, Fauna, Landscapes)
Advanced Surface Treatment and Coloring

Architectural Art Inquire Now →

Garden Landscaping Craft

Making garden decorations such as large pots, garden pathways, fountains, and outdoor benches made of cement.

Crafting Large Planters & Outdoor Benches
Building Water Fountains and Features
Designing Garden Pathways & Hardscapes

Outdoor Design Inquire Now →

About Aeta Training Center

Our facility is focused on providing free, quality training for our Aeta compatriots. We aim to cultivate their natural artistic talent and provide them with practical skills in construction and decoration using cement to create a sustainable livelihood.

AETA COMMUNITY