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BAN Toxics

BAN Toxics

We are an independent non-government environmental organization that works for the advancement of environmental justice, health, and sustainable development in the area of chemicals and wastes, with a special focus on women, children, and other marginalized sectors.
  • Who we are
    • History and mandate
    • Partners and donors
    • Our Team
  • What we do
    • Environmental Justice
      • Chemicals and policy work
      • Chemicals and human rights
    • Community Development
      • Artisanal and small-scale mining
      • BAN Toxics’ interventions
      • CARING Gold: Eliminating child labor in ASGM
    • Education and Training
      • Toxics-Free Schools Program
    • Campaigns
    • Flagship Projects
      • The Philippine Healthcare and Mercury Wastes Management Project
  • News and Updates
  • Features
  • Resources
  • Get Involved
    • We Are Hiring!
    • Sign a petition
    • Join us in social media
    • Volunteer or work with us
    • Become a partner or donor
  • Donate

News and Updates

Toxics Watchdog Reminds Consumers to Watch Out for Toxic Substances in School Supplies

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 27 May 2025 As retailers begin to showcase items for early back-to-school shopping, chemicals and waste watchdog BAN Toxics warns…

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Honor Our Healthcare Waste Workers This Health Workers’ Day

On May 7th of every year, the nation celebrates Health Workers’ Day by virtue of Republic Act 1009, to recognize the invaluable contributions…

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Healthcare Waste Management, News and Updates

Envi Group: Cast Your Vote for Mother Earth, Say No to Polluters in Power

With the Philippine midterm elections just a few days away, environmental justice group BAN Toxics once again reminded voters to keep in mind…

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News and Updates, Statement 2025 Philippine Midterm Elections, panatang luntian, toxics-free waste-free, vote for mother earth

Beware of Plastic Swimming Toys and Floaters Containing Hazardous Chemicals – BAN Toxics

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 6 May 2025 Swimming activities at beaches and pools have become a popular and enjoyable way for kids to cope…

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BAN Toxics to Davaoeños: Exercise Caution When Buying and Using Skin-Lightening Products with Toxic Mercury

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 3 May 2025 BAN Toxics is urging residents of Davao City to be cautious when purchasing and using skin-lightening products,…

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Project Snapshots | Healthcare Waste Project Visits Potential Hospital Partners in Mindanao

The Philippine Healthcare and Mercury Wastes Management Project (HCW Project), led by the DENR–Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) and BAN Toxics, visited three hospitals…

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Healthcare Waste Management, News and Updates GEF-UNIDO, Healthcare Waste Management, healthcare waste project

BAN Toxics Exposes Sale of Skin-Lightening Products with Toxic Mercury in Daet and Naga City

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 2 May 2025 Toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics is urging Bicolanas and Bicolanos to be wary of banned skin lightening…

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Balitang Toksik, Balitang Toksik, Media Features, Mercury, News and Updates, Safe Cosmetics Campaign, Skin Lightening Products Balitang Toksik!, BAN Toxics, mercury-free Philippines

Envi Group Advocates Child Safety from Toxic Chemicals and Waste in Commemoration of Autism Month

PRESS RELEASE | 27 April 2025 Environmental justice organization BAN Toxics joined the 13th advocacy “Fun Walk” in celebration of Autism Awareness Month…

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Earth Day 2025 | BAN Toxics Encourages Parents to Plan Eco-Friendly Activities for Kids This Summer

Environmental NGO BAN Toxics has urged parents to plan eco-friendly activities for their children during the summer break, as schools close for vacation.…

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News and Updates earth day 2025

A Call for a Zero-Waste, Toxics-Free and Environment-Friendly Holy Week Observance

  As we approach the sacred observance of Holy Week, BAN Toxics calls on all Filipino faithful to embrace practices that protect both…

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News and Updates, Zero Waste holy week 2025, semana santa
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WHO WE ARE

  • History and mandate
  • Partners and donors
  • Our Team

WHAT WE DO

  • Environmental Justice
  • Community Development
  • Campaigns
  • Flagship Projects
    • The Philippine Healthcare and Mercury Wastes Management Project

Get Involved

  • Join us in social media
  • Sign a petition
  • Volunteer or work with us
  • Become a partner or donor
  • Job Opportunities

Contact Us

  • Suite 306 PM Apartments #24 Matalino Street, Brgy. Central, Quezon City
  • (02) 791 8691
  • info@bantoxics.org

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