Bilyonaryo News Channel (BNC) has launched the award-winning documentary series Dayaw, hosted by Senator Loren Legarda, which premiered on Saturday, Oct. 26. The series invites viewers to explore the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines.
A project of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), Dayaw has been supported by Senator Legarda, who has long advocated for the preservation and promotion of Filipino culture.
Since its debut in 2015, the series has spotlighted the nation’s indigenous peoples, their customs, rituals, and traditions, showcasing their vital contributions to the Filipino cultural landscape.
In each episode, Senator Legarda guides viewers through the customs that bind indigenous communities, highlighting their respect for nature, resilience, and survival methods. The series features traditional sports, languages, dances, rituals, and culinary practices, emphasizing the need to honor these traditions for future generations.
The title Dayaw, meaning “to present or wear with pride,” reflects its mission to promote the Filipino spirit, celebrating the beauty and dignity of indigenous heritage.
With BNC as its new platform, Dayaw aims to reach a broader audience, particularly the youth, encouraging them to appreciate and protect the richness of Filipino arts, culture, and tradition.
The series is available on BEAM TV 31, Converge Channel 74, and Cignal Channel 24, as well as accessible through digital TV boxes in major cities such as Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Baguio, Zamboanga, and Naga.
