The Confederation of Ilocano Association, Inc., doing business as Samahang Ilokano (lit., Ilocano Association), [1][2] is an International fraternity and sorority composed of students from colleges and universities in the northern part of the Philippines and professionals.[3] Members are either of Ilocano lineage and/or have the capability of speaking and understanding the Ilokano language.
| Samahang Ilokano | |
|---|---|
| SI | |
 | |
| Founded | December 3, 1946 Batac Farm School (now Mariano Marcos State University) |
| Type | Service, Professional |
| Affiliation | Independent |
| Status | Active |
| Emphasis | Ilocano language |
| Scope | International |
| Motto | sigma, iota, kappa |
| Colors | Red and Green |
| Symbol | Snake on an Arrow |
| Chapters | 421+ |
| Members | 1,00,000+ lifetime |
| Headquarters | Manila Philippines |
History
editSamahang Ilokano was founded in the 1940s[1] as a fraternity to unite Ilocano-speaking students. Ilocano-speaking students from Northern Luzon provinces would pursue higher education in universities away from home and seek fellow Ilocanos for company and protection.
As the fraternity grew, it attracted scrutiny from other fraternities. The growth of the member population also sparked uncontrollable brawls and riots, some of which landed members in prison. The Genuine Ilocano gills (GIG) was formed as a group for SI members who were incarcerated and soon accepted members from within the prison.
Power struggles within the fraternity led to further separation of members. Hence, the birth of another faction now known as United Ilocandia Fraternity/Sorority (UI). The lack of organization created tension between the three groups.
Unity and expansion
editDuring martial law, the leaders and founders of the different groups agreed to unite the three organizations. This led to the creation of an umbrella organization, registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission under the name "Confederation of Ilocano Association, Incorporated" as a non-stock, non-profit, and non-dividend corporation. Members of UI and GIG often do not use CIAUI or CIAGIG and instead prefer their respective original faction names. This reorganization occurred in 1971.[4] Despite significant changes within the structure, the ultimate purpose of the Samahang Ilokano still stands: an organization to cradle the Ilocanos.
Symbols
editThe Samahang Ilokano seal includes a gear with laurel leaves underneath and a white dove in flight above. On top of the gear is an arrow and a red snake. The gear symbolizes the aspiration to develop one's potential in many endeavors.[5] The laurel leaves represents the members' goal of academic and professional excellence.[5] The dove represents freedom, friendship, and peace.[5] The arrow points upwards to acknowledge the Supreme Creator.[5] The snake represents new life and the ability to conquer fear and survive in the wilderness.[5]
Activities
editThe Saudi Arabia chapter has helped clean up beach litter.[6] Members of the Taiwan chapter celebrate Christmas with an annual Ang Brad Kong Beauty all-male competition and celebrate the Lunar New Year with a basketball tournament.[7][8]
Membership
editMost members of SI-K became professionals, which allowed the group to diversify into factions of the following types within the organization: international, military, professional, women's auxiliary, out-of-school youths, and students.
The fraternity claims 3.5 Million card-carrying members.[4] It initiated one million members between 1971 and 2019.[9] Members include professionals and students from colleges and universities situated in the northern Philippines.[3]
Chapters
editSamahang Ilokano includes more than 421 chapters as of October 2019.[9] Following is a list of known chapters that includes both professional and collegiate groups.[10] Chapters are name for their location.
| Chapter | Type | Chartered | City | Country | Status | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st District of Pangasinan chapter | Pangasinan | Philippines | ||||
| 3rd District of Pangasinan chapter | Pangasinan | Philippines | ||||
| 1st Kabagis chapter | Kabagis | Philippines | [11] | |||
| Alicia chapter | Alicia, Isabela | Philippines | ||||
| Baguio-Benguet chapter | Baguio | Philippines | ||||
| Cabanatuan City chapter | Cabanatuan | Philippines | ||||
| Dagupan chapter | Dagupan | Philippines | ||||
| District 1 Tarlac chapter | Tarlac | Philippines | ||||
| Edmonton, Canada chapter | February 28, 2013 | Edmonton | Canada | Active | [12] | |
| Hong Kong chapter | Hong Kong | China | ||||
| Ilagan chapter | Ilagan | Philippines | ||||
| International Paradise chapter | February 23, 2021 | Waipahu, Hawaii | United States | Active | [13] | |
| Isabela chapter | Isabela | Philippines | ||||
| Korea chapter | Korea | Active | [14] | |||
| Laoac Pangasinan chapter | Laoac | Philippines | ||||
| La Salette Santiago Isabela chapter | La Salette Santiago Isabela | Philippines | ||||
| London, England chapter | London | United Kingdom | ||||
| Madrid, Spain chapter | Madrid | Spain | ||||
| Maritime chapter | Philippines | |||||
| Metro Manila chapter | Metro Manila | Philippines | ||||
| Qatar chapter | Fraternity | Doha | Qatar | Active | [15] | |
| Qatar chapter | Fraternity | Ras Laffan | Qatar | Active | [15] | |
| Qatar chapter | Fraternity, Industrial | Qatar | Active | [15] | ||
| Qatar chapter | Sorority | Qatar | Active | [15] | ||
| Resurrection Umingan chapter | Umingan | Philippines | ||||
| Samahang Ilocano Saleng chapter | August 27, 2003 | Baguio | Philippines | Active | [16] | |
| San Isidro Isabela chapter | San Isidro, Isabela | Philippines | ||||
| Saudi Arabia chapter | Saudi Arabia | [17] | ||||
| Taiwan chapter | Fraternity | 2007 | Taiwan | Active | [18][19][7][a] | |
| Taiwan chapter | Sorority | October 2013 | Taiwan | Active | [9] | |
| Tarlac chapter | Tarlac City | Philippines | ||||
| Tuguegarao Cagayan chapter | Tuguegarao | Philippines | ||||
| Villasis Pangasinan chapter | Villasis | Philippines | ||||
| Viscaya chapter | Philippines |
- ^ This chapter consists of thirteen sub-chapters.
Misconduct
edit- On August 17, 1982, eight members of Samahang Ilokano, including four students at the Philippine Marine Institute, approached fellow student Wilfredo Quiambao, asking if he was a member of the fraternity. When Quiambao replied that he was not a member, the brother demanded payment of one peso. The brothers pulled knives on Quiambao when he refused to make the payment, ultimately killing Quiamboa. Fraternity members Rolando Cacile and Valentino Gamiao were found guilty of the murder and sentenced to pay restitution to the victim's family.[20]
Notable members
edit- Ferdinand Marcos -President of the Republic of the Philippines (1965-1986)[1]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b c Samahang Ilokano promises to deliver 1 M votes for BBM-Sara UniTeam Manila Standard, April 12, 2022
- ^ Samahang Ilocano promises to deliver 1 million votes for Marcos-Duterte tandem Inquirer.net, April 13, 2022
- ^ a b "About SI | Samahang Ilokano". 2009-01-29. Archived from the original on 2009-01-29. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link) - ^ a b Ilocano groups make a strong pitch for Mar and Bongbong Manila Standard December March 28, 2016
- ^ a b c d e "Philosophy | Samahang Ilokano". 2008-09-17. Archived from the original on 2008-09-17. Retrieved 2023-07-03.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link) - ^ Bual, Redentor M. (2015-09-20). "Popular Jeddah beach cleaned up for Eid holidays". Arab News. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ a b "Ilocano Filipinos celebrate Christmas in New Taipei City - Taipei Times". www.taipeitimes.com. 2022-12-22. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ "Philippine Ilocano basketball tourney tips off in Taichung". Taiwan News. 2020-01-26. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ a b c "Filipino community in New Taipei celebrates women over 40". Taiwan News. 2019-10-14. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ "Events Gallery | Samahang Ilokano". 2008-10-11. Archived from the original on 2008-10-11. Retrieved 2023-07-03.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link) - ^ "1st Kabagis". Samahang Ilokano Kabagis. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ "Confederation Of Ilocano Association "Samahang Ilocano" 61892 International". Alberta Corporations. Retrieved July 3, 2023.
- ^ "Confederation of Ilocano Association Incorporated, Samahang Ilokano 61892, International Paradise Chapter, Hawaii, U.S.A." Hawaii State Department of Commerce & Consumer Affairs, Business Registration Division. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ Ang, Nash (December 16, 2017). "Confederation Of Ilocano Association Korea". PinoySeoul.com. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ a b c d "Ilocanos keen on making a mark | Qatar Tribune". Free Online Library. 2014. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ Meneses, Carlos (2019-09-01). "Celebrating the 16Th founding Anniversary of Confederation of Ilocano Association Incorporated". Amianan Balita Ngayon. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ "October Gallery Updates | Samahang Ilokano". 2008-10-11. Archived from the original on 2008-10-11. Retrieved 2023-07-03.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link) - ^ "Hundreds of Filipinos celebrate Ilocano heritage in Taiwan's Taichung". Taiwan News. 2019-08-18. Retrieved 2023-07-04.
- ^ "CIASI, Other Migrant Groups Oppose Taiwan Tax | Samahang Ilokano". 2008-09-30. Archived from the original on 2008-09-30. Retrieved 2023-07-03.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link) - ^ Supreme Court Advance Decisions. Vol. 58. Manila, Philippines: REX Book Store, Inc. January 2 – February 15, 1995. pp. 187–188. ISBN 9789712318351 – via Google Books.
Further reading
edit- Elefan, Ruben S. Fraternities, Sororities, Societies Secrets Revealed. St. Pauls, 2006. ISBN 9789715048477