February 25, 2022 marks the 36th anniversary of the first EDSA People Power Revolution. It is always a reminder of what Filipinos can achieve when united towards a common goal. Thirty-six years ago, people from all walks of life came out to the streets to protest. The...
Integrity, Probity, Proven Competence, and Independence
In January 2022, PARTICIPATE, a non-partisan and pro-democracy 2,500-strong coalition of academe, civil society organizations, youth groups, and sectoral leaders, called on President Rodrigo Duterte to make the appointment of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC)...
“Patawid”: PASSING on the GIFTS for Sustainable Development
“This time is an opportunity to learn from one another. Today, join us as we go to the beautiful mountains of Benguet,” Ms. Florita Paragas, Board Member of the Cordillera Network of NGOs and POs (CORDNET), welcomed everyone to the e-tour session. Arat na pasyal tayo...
Bayanihan Musikahan Raises Over PHP 100M for COVID19-Affected Communities
The COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines has put communities and various sectors at risk. As a result, calls for immediate support of vulnerable sectors were raised to help them cope with the quarantine. Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP) partnered with...
Unlad Bata: Psychological Aid for Children
COVID-19 has impacted not only the physical health of Filipinos but their mental health as well. In order to help children cope with the effects of the pandemic, the NCSD established an online child protection platform that provides psychological support. The...
SDG Monovlogs: Advocacy Through Theater
Theatre can be a powerful tool to drive a message with an emotional hook. CBD chose theatre to help promote the different Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. A series of 17 monologues in short film format, dubbed SDG Monovlogs, is created by...
