Filemon Lagman
Filipino theoretician and activist
Born
March 17th, 1953
72 years ago
Died
February 6th, 2001
24 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Philippines
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An influential theoretician and activist in the Philippines, focused on labor rights and social issues. Served as a prominent leader in organizations advocating for workers' welfare. Contributed to various movements aimed at reforming labor laws and enhancing the rights of workers in the country. Engaged in dialogues and forums addressing issues faced by marginalized sectors, furthering the understanding of labor issues in the Philippines.
Authored significant works on labor theory
Led labor rights movements in the Philippines
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