[Part 1] Typhoon Tino’s floods as stark reminders of our failures as a nation–are we finally ready to implement solutions?
First of two parts Image (above) Rafi Velasquez & Babao Johnson via Cebu Daily News EVERY typhoon leaves harrowing memories of pain and destruction. BUT for a country that is i
The culture of corruption and the journey toward finding our voice
Speak up amid the noise. It doesn’t matter what our political color is. Or maybe it matters if it prevents us from comprehending what is truly happening. It’s not for anyone to
The story of Ezio—and why we need to transform our health care system
For Ezio– a wanderer from Northern Samar, a dutiful and loving son, a loyal and funny friend, a brilliant writer, a budding director. How must we honor a friend who has passe
An Affirmation-Prayer for the New Year
Thank you, 2024 and HELLO, 2025! No matter which calendar you align with, I am sending you love and blessings for another year of magical existence. [I personally celebrate three n
Learning Chinese Mandarin: An Exciting Journey Into Arts, History, and Music
Join me as I explore the challenging path of learning a new language! I have recently completed a diploma course in Chinese Mandarin through Alison (thanks, Alison team!). The comp
DepEd’s Catch up Fridays: Design and Futures Thinking as Part of Transformative Education
[Note: Some portions of this article had been used for or adapted from a speech that I have written for a Philippine legislator.] A father’s gift to his child: How the love for r
Sustainable mining: Putting it as part of the discussions on charter change and sovereignty
Author’s note: This is a shorter version of a paper, which I submitted in my course work in Environmental and Natural Resources Management 233 – Rehabilitati
Site Reconstruction Notice
Hello, changemaker. I’m enjoying this moment and space for some magical and creative playtime. Are you also co-creating right now? Always remember–you are infinite. My