Gerry Ortega
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 his assassination on January 24, 2011, allegedly due to his anti-mining and anti-corruption advocacy.
Gerardo Ortega | |
|---|---|
| Project Director of Bantay Kalikasan-Palawan | |
| In office 2004–2011 | |
| Member of the Provincial Board of Palawan | |
| In office June 30, 2001 – June 30, 2004 | |
| Director of the Crocodile Farming Institute | |
| In office 1989–2001 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 28, 1963 Palawan |
| Died | January 24, 2011 (aged 47) Barangay San Pedro, Puerto Princesa, Palawan |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Spouse(s) | Patria Gloria "Patty" Innocencio - Ortega |
| Relations | Rafael “Totoy" Ortega (Father, deceased) |
| Children | 5 |
| Alma mater | Gregorio Araneta University Foundation |
| Occupation | Environmental Activist, Journalist, former Politician |
| Profession | Doctor of Veterinary Medicine |
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