Atty. Asis G. Perez is a seasoned advocate for food security, environmental protection, and sustainable development. He is a former convenor of Tugon Kabuhayan, a prominent food security and livelihood advocacy group, and one of the lead convenors of the National Summit for the West Philippine Sea. Born and raised in Padre Garcia, Batangas, Atty. Perez is the eldest of 11 siblings and now resides in Tiaong, Quezon with his family. He is a proud father of three children. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Francisco Balagtas College and later pursued a Juris Doctor degree at the Ateneo de Manila University, demonstrating his dedication to both agriculture and legal service.
As the National Director of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) from 2011 to 2016, he led initiatives that enhanced the country’s fisheries governance and enforcement capabilities. Prior to this, he served as Area Director for Tanggol Kalikasan – Southern Luzon, eventually becoming its Executive Director. He also represented the United States Department of Interior – International Technical Assistance Program (US-DOITAP) as its In-Country Representative in the Philippines. In recognition of his contributions to environmental conservation and sustainable resource management, Atty. Perez has received numerous accolades including the 2008 Quezon Medalya ng Karangalan Awardee, Recipient of the First Gawad Sagip Dagat Award, 2010 Clark R. Bavin Law Enforcement Award presented in Doha, Qatar.
His extensive experience in handling environmental cases and implementing laws earned him a place as a member of the Supreme Court’s Special Committee on the Rules of Procedure for Environmental Cases. Through his leadership, Atty. Perez continues to champion sustainable agriculture, fisheries development, and climate resilience, toward achieving a food-secure Philippines with prosperous farmers and fisherfolk.