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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

BAN Toxics to MMDA: No Lane for Waste-To-Energy on the Road to Zero Waste

News Release | 7 November 2024 “We call on the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to steer away from waste-to-energy schemes as a…

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Global Plastics Treaty, News and Updates, Plastic Pollution, Statement, Zero Waste global plastics treaty, plastic crisis, waste-to-energy, Zero Waste

Kids and Communities Push for Lead-Free Schools in a Culminating Event for the Weeklong Global Campaign Against Lead Poisoning

PRESS RELEASE | 28 October 2024 Clad in international costumes, children from the ROTC Hunters Neighborhood Association (ROTCHNA) Daycare Center in Brgy. Tatalon,…

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Media Features, News and Updates, Press Release, Safe Toys for Kids, Toxics-Free Schools Program BAN Toxics, press release

Toxic Watchdog Warns Against Buying Non-compliant Christmas Lights and Decorations That May Contain Toxic Lead

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 25 October 2024 Toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics has issued a warning on Christmas lights and decorations being sold in…

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Balitang Toksik, Balitang Toksik, E-Waste Pollution, Media Features, News and Updates, Toxic-Free Waste-Free Christmas Balitang Toksik!, BAN Toxics

BAN Toxics Hosts Toy Clinic to Warn of Lead in Children’s Products

PRESS RELEASE | 23 October 2024 Environmental justice group BAN Toxics held a toy clinic and seminar yesterday at Payatas B Elementary School…

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Media Features, News and Updates, Press Release, Safe Toys for Kids, Toxics-Free Schools Program BAN Toxics, press release

BAN Toxics Joins the Global Call to Action for Lead Poisoning Prevention!

From October 20-26, we mark the 12th annual International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (ILPPW). BAN Toxics is taking part with a series of…

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News and Updates International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, lead, Lead and lead compounds, LEAD-SAFE SCHOOLS

BASURA SA UNDAS: IWASAN, BAWASAN!

UNDAS 2024 | 21 October 2024 Sa nalalapit na pagdiriwang ng undas, muling nanawagan sa publiko ang Waste Pollution Watchdog na BAN Toxics…

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Balitang Toksik, Balitang Toksik, Media Features, News and Updates, Waste Free UNDAS Balitang Toksik!, BAN Toxics

BAN Toxics Finds High Levels of Toxic Lead in Battery-Operated Toys

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 18 October 2024 Toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics raised the red flag after finding toxic lead in popular battery-operated toys…

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Balitang Toksik, Balitang Toksik, Media Features, News and Updates, Safe Toys for Kids Balitang Toksik!, BAN Toxics, safetoysforkids

BAN Toxics Finds High Levels of Toxic Lead in Battery-Operated Toys

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 18 October 2024 Toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics raised the red flag after finding toxic lead in popular battery-operated toys…

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Balitang Toksik, Balitang Toksik, Media Features, News and Updates, Safe Toys for Kids Balitang Toksik!, BAN Toxics

Toxic Watchdog Urges FDA and DTI to Immediately Conduct Market Inspection as Lead-Containing Toys Are Found in Stores

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 17 October 2024 With the holiday rush building up, toxic watchdog BAN Toxics urges government regulatory agencies to conduct immediate…

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Balitang Toksik, Balitang Toksik, Media Features, News and Updates, Safe Toys for Kids, Toxics-Free Schools Program Balitang Toksik!, BAN Toxics, lead free toys, Safe Toys for Kids

BAN Toxics commends FDA against Thailand-made Dr. Yanhee Facial Set Skincare Beauty Products

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 15 October 2024 Toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics applauded the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for issuing public health warnings…

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Balitang Toksik, Balitang Toksik, Media Features, News and Updates, Safe Cosmetics Campaign, Skin Lightening Products Balitang Toksik!, BAN Toxics, mercury-free Philippines, Minamata Convention, minamata convention philippines
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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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