The Manobo tribe is an Indigenous community in Mindanao, specifically in Agusan del Sur, Philippines. Lumad Manobo is a subgroup of the Lumad indigenous people in the Philippines. The term "Manobo" means "person" or "people" and they belong to the original stock of proto-Philippine or proto-Austronesian people who migrated from South China thousands of years ago. The Manobo tribe consists of various subgroups and speaks different Manobo languages. They have a rich cultural heritage and have faced challenges such as colonization, resistance to conversion, and modernization. The Manobo people have a history of resistance to colonization and have maintained their indigenous beliefs and practices. Over the years, their way of life has changed due to interactions with lowlanders, government programs, and historical events. Today, the Manobo tribe continues to preserve their culture and traditions despite facing challenges such as displacement and conflicts.