Mindanaos
Mindanaos is the plural term used to refer to residents of Mindanao, the southernmost major island of the Philippines. In English-language writing the term can appear as Mindanaos, though more common local terms include Mindanawon, used by many inhabitants to express belonging to Mindanao. The term encompasses a diverse population drawn from Moro communities, indigenous Lumad groups, and Christian settlers, as well as migrants from other parts of the country.
Mindanao occupies the southern portion of the Philippine archipelago and includes varied terrain such as volcanic
Politically, Mindanao has a long history of autonomous and local governance. In the late 20th century, the