Over a week has passed since Super Typhoon Carina (International name: Gaemi) brought over 300mm of rainfall to the Philippines. Displaced families remain in shelters until their areas are safe and they can begin rebuilding. The Department of Social Work and Development reports that 50,960 families, totaling 198,312 individuals, are currently sheltered in 1,075 evacuation […]
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Meet Lasallian Mirus Ponon: Young Filipino Changemaker Championing Sustainable Development
“[It is always essential] to have a culture that is focused on empowerment and inclusion,” declared Mirus Ponon, a dynamic Filipino youth advocate.
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Nothing Stronger Than The Heart of a Volunteer
“There’s nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer.” Relief drives are not a lasting solution for evacuees during disasters. Only institutionalized government response in partnership with the private sector can address the long-term effects of being displaced.
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Pinoy bayanihan spirit: Private groups volunteer, step up hosting of SEA Games
The Pinoy bayanihan spirit is lifting the Philippines with private groups, companies, and individuals volunteering and stepping up to showcase Filipino hospitality as the country hosts the 2019 Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games). Amidst social media posts by Pinoy netizens offering to house, feed, transport, and accompany the international athletes participating in the biennial meet, […]
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