“Jenny accomplished things, not because of certain advantages, but despite every road block imaginable”
My last memory of my friend Jenny Ortuoste was her small,...
"Literature preserves cultural heritage, sparks critical thinking, and serves as a catalyst for social change"
April in the Philippines is not just another hot summer...
“People Power Day serves as a reminder of the collective power of the people in shaping the nation’s destiny and upholding democratic principles”
I was...
"Ending violence against women in the Philippines, or anywhere for that matter, is an ambitious yet attainable goal"
The Philippines’ annual 18-Day Campaign to end...
"Thank you, Frances An, for clearly articulating some of the issues and concerns we discussed at the Congress. We appreciate your impressions of the...
“It’s reprehensible that some government agencies get design and communication so horribly wrong and spend millions of the people’s money on their terrible decisions”
I...
"The NBDB is broadening its reach and making Filipino-authored and -published books available to more readers"
Kudos to the National Book Development Board on their...
“Collecting whatever object you are interested in provides an avenue to rejuvenate the spirit, to relish the pursuit that ignites passion and purpose”
Amid the...
"More importantly, it sends a strong message of equality and inclusivity, which is essential to create a more just and equitable society"
Biking as a...
"If we are to make progress towards reducing the threat of cancer and increasing survival rates in the Philippines, providing the right resources and...
