The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines , together with the National Book Development Board , is widening the public’s access to, a comic book by artist Manix Abrera, after launching 5,000 hard copies and ensuring its accessibility to online readers.
“In a world where technology and connectivity has opened doors for opportunity, it has also provided a breeding ground for piracy to flourish. As leaders, consumers, and members of our society, we have the power to shape the narrative by choosing to support genuine works and rejecting piracy in all its forms,” said IPOPHL Deputy Director General and Officer-in-Charge Nathaniel Arevalo during the launch.
“Telling stories is a powerful tool to raise awareness,” said NBDB Director Ryan Esteban. Esteban explained that this collaboration with IPOPHL and the NCIPR is aligned with their thrust since 2017 to create an entertaining and engaging work in protecting the rights of Filipino creators, which would educate the public at the same time.