Bubbles, Blossom, and Buttercup – collectively known as The Powerpuff Girls – have been saving the world and fighting crime through unfailing kindness, selfless leadership, and unparalleled strength. Though Pinoy children are not made from sugar, spice and everything nice, many of them are proving to the world that they can also help change the world and make it a better place with their Powfactor.
Powfactor is a global initiative from Cartoon Network that aims to identify every individual’s “special ingredient” – just like Chemical X which makes The Powerpuff Girls super – that helps them stand out as well as contribute to their own communities.
Cartoon Network has recognized some gifted individuals to inspire young ones to identify, explore, and develop their own Powfactor. These kids, who are certified gamechangers in the fields of culinary arts, and visual arts, are some of the most promising individuals in their chosen professions.
Representing the field of visual arts is 15-year-old Hamzah Marbella, a prodigious painter whose incredible technique and eye for color has brought him global acclaim. While supporting his family through his art, he has also shared and donated paintings to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). Hamzah has the kindness Powfactor, he shares his talent to improve the lives of unfortunate children, helping them draw a brighter future for themselves and their families.
Meanwhile, 18-year-old Louise Mabulo is a culinary genius. At her young age, she has been feted with various culinary awards recognizing her talent for whipping up sumptuous dishes. She was also a finalist in Junior MasterChef, a culinary reality show. At her age and with her leadership Powfactor, she is now the proud owner and executive chef of the Culinary Lounge which is helping shape the next generation of culinary innovation in her home province of Camarines Sur and inspiring kids with a passion for cooking to dedicate their lives to perfecting their craft.
Hamzah and Louise are representatives of a new generation of kids who are out to transform the world and redefine how we look at children in our society today. These kids, with the loving support of their parents, have nurtured their Powfactor and are now shining examples of how anyone can excel as long as they set their mind to it!
For more information about Powfactor, visit Facebook.com/asia.cartoonnetwork and tune-in to the latest episodes of The Powerpuff Girls on weekdays, 8:15am and on weekends at 10:15 a.m.
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