The Press Photographers of the Philippines (PPP) presented a powerful photo exhibition at the GSIS Museum. The exhibit showcased images capturing the devastating impact of climate change on Filipino lives. The Philippines, a biodiversity hotspot, is highly vulnerable to extreme weather. Year after year, Filipinos face typhoons, floods, and volcanic eruptions.
These images weren’t just snapshots. They told stories. They revealed the human cost of climate change – the loss of homes, livelihoods, and lives. Food security, health, and the environment are all severely affected.
The photographers, true front-line witnesses, risked their own safety to capture these moments. They braved raging volcanoes, destructive typhoons and devastating floods. Securing their equipment while protecting themselves was a constant challenge.
The exhibit featured work by renowned photographers. This includes 2025 World Press Photo winner Noel Celis. Veteran photographers George Tapan, Edwin Tuyay, and Gil Nartea also contributed. The exhibition was headed by Edwin Bacasmas, Bernard Testa, and Riza Zuñiga.
The photographs powerfully illustrate both the devastation and the enduring hope of the Filipino people. They are a testament to the resilience of a nation facing an escalating crisis. The images serve as a stark warning to the world. The climate crisis is real, and its effects are already being felt.
The exhibition’s curatorial note emphasized the photographers’ commitment to honesty and responsible reporting. It challenged viewers to act, to recognize the urgency of the climate crisis and to work toward solutions. The hope is that these images will inspire action and prevent future suffering. The PPP’s exhibition was a call to action, a visual plea for global awareness and immediate change.
