PALAWAN PHILIPPINES: Sometimes called the Last Frontier, this province in the Southern Philippines is known for its virgin forests, beautiful beaches, rich marine life, is home to flora and fauna that can be found nowhere else on earth. In fact, the Palawan Seas account for about 36% of the Philippines’ coral reef and supplies 40% of the country’s fish production.
Founded in 2006, the Save Palawan Seas Foundation (SPSF) is a non-profit organization that aims to create workable and sustainable livelihood alternatives for communities in Palawan, Southern Philippines, that are both economically and environmentally sound. SPSF accomplishes their mission in partnership with the local government, non-government organizations, and private individuals who share the foundation’s vision.