The “Panunod: A Way of Life Project” will begin this year after securing a P20 million grant from the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) to enhance the Kadayawan Cultural Village at Magsaysay Park in Davao City. Read more »
The highly urbanized city of Bacolod City has launched G-Cares, an official online platform that gives residents easier access to HIV/AIDS-related health services. The soft launch took place earlier this week, alongside a school-based education campaign at Bacolod City College (BCC). Read more »
Health officials in Bicol are scaling up preventive care efforts as the region rolls out an extensive free cancer screening campaign aimed at protecting women and reducing deaths linked to late-stage diagnosis. Read more »
Iloilo City made history as it welcomed the first Asian edition of the 4th Global Mental Health Advocacy Forum, bringing together specialists from over 70 countries to discuss policies, funding, and mental health rights. Read more »
A rising Filipina fashion designer has stepped onto the international stage, showcasing her talent at one of Europe’s premier platforms for emerging creatives. Hannah Barrera, a graduate of De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB), presented her work at the 11th edition of Fashion Graduate Italia, held at BASE Milano in Milan, Italy. Read more »
Access to affordable shelter in Iloilo City is set to expand following the rollout of the city’s first public rental housing initiative, a program aimed at easing the local housing shortage while providing low-cost options for families with limited means. City officials said the project marks a major step in offering transitional homes to residents who are not yet ready for permanent housing. Read more »
