Gerry Ortega Politician

Gerardo Valeriano Ortega DVM (August 28, 1963 – January 24, 2011), better known simply as "Doc Gerry" or "Ka Gerry", was a Filipino journalist, veterinarian, politician, environmental activist, and community organizer best known for his work to promote crocodile farming in the Philippines, and for his advocacy against mining on the island of Palawan. Ortega has often been lauded as a hero of the Philippine Environment since he was assassinated on January 24, 2011, allegedly due to his anti-mining advocacy.

Personal facts

Birth dateAugust 28, 1963
Birth place
Palawan
Nationality
Filipino people
Religion
Catholic Church
Date of deathJanuary 24, 2011
Place of death
Palawan
Education
De La Salle Araneta University
Profession
Veterinary physician

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Office holder

office
Member of the
Bantay Kalikasan-Palawan
Crocodile Farming Institute
Director of the
Project Director of
Provincial Board of Palawan

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