Once called Tambobong, Malabon was founded in May 21, 1599 and was recognized as a town in 1614 when it served as a station for goods and became an avenue for produce-to-market operations of various products such as dye and tobacco via its waterways that easily linked it to nearby towns. Because of its easy access to other towns, Malabon became a catch basin for all types of produce, including arts and skills. With easy access to resources and raw materials, this led Malabon to become a culinary capital of Metro Manila.
Under the leadership of Rep. Josephine Veronique “Jaye” R. Lacson-Noel, Malabon’s lone congressional district embodies the community’s commitment to progress and development, rooted deeply in its rich cultural contributions to Bagong Pilipinas.
In order to celebrate the diverse culinary heritage of Malabon, Luglugan is set each year to share, promote, and innovate the Pansit Malabon that breathes life into micro-business owners, employment, and upskills local cooks in the city.
Tambobong Festival is also set each year to celebrate Malabon’s rich and diverse cultural history and founding anniversary. Every August 24, Malabon City celebrates the Feast Day of St. Bartholomew Parish or formerly known as Parokya ng San Bartolome de Tambobong. The patron saint of the church, St. Bartholomew the Apostle, is seen to be holding a sheet of his own skin in his left hand and a knife in his right hand to symbolize his martyrdom. That is why, every year during the feast day, bladed instruments like Malabon Tabak are sold during town fiestas even up to this day. The construction of the first stone church began in 1622. The church became a witness to the hardships of Filipinos and hope for liberation during colonial occupations.
Now, San Bartolome Parish stands mighty, exuding grandeur, beauty, and rich history.
Malabon has also started planning for its own Sustainability Journey where it will bring the people of Malabon up to speed on the matters concerning Climate Change and how best to respond to the changing climate patterns and intensity in order to protect the communities and each other. First on the list is to take action regarding the perennial flooding problem, leading to the construction of the Dampalit Mega Dike in Brgy. Dampalit, Malabon City. The mega structure flood control will minimize flooding in Dampalit and eliminate those in other 20 barangays.
In order to be at par with other neighboring NCR Cities, programs will be designed to help Malabonians understand the spirit and science of sustainability and guide them on how to adapt to lifestyle changes and mind-setting to help protect the environment and the people of our communities. Sustainability is also about human rights, looking at the world with the metrics of the United Nation’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals to secure a safer and just world for all.
With the plannings and orientations set up to cascade the information and strategies for Sustainability to the people of Malabon, it is expected that the various ecosystems within Malabon and its relevant peripheries will have a higher chance of staying safe and protected amidst natural, social, and economic disruptions. Most importantly, with a blueprint for Malabon’s Sustainability Journey, everyone will be involved in designing a greener future and sustainable communities for Malabonians.
Initiatives such as the Sustainability Journey address pressing issues like climate change and flooding, ensuring a safer and more sustainable future for Malabonians. Through a collective effort to promote sustainability and preserve its cultural heritage, Malabon continues to thrive as a vibrant and resilient city in the heart of the Philippines.