Extending a Helping Hand

Meldan Sari-sari Store “What you sow, you will reap,” – the ever-famous line that Mila De Leon Bunuan, owner of Meldan Sari-sari Store, can relate to. Mila worked as a domestic helper abroad for eight years, and after her last contract, she returned to the life she was used to in the Philippines. On her continue reading : Extending a Helping Hand

‘On the Wings of Love’

Lita Fried Chicken Stall “Just because you took longer than others do not mean you failed. Remember that.” This quote is famously attributed to the founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), Colonel Sanders.  He was 65 years old when he established KFC and began franchising the restaurant concept, ultimately achieving remarkable success.  This is parallel continue reading : ‘On the Wings of Love’

“Do it yourself – Weaving the moment, handcrafted with love”

A former Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW), Princess Erica Trinidad, ventured into entrepreneurship and decided to take advantage of the benefits of macramé crafting. Macramé is a crafting technique that uses knots to create a variety of textiles such as wall decorations, bags and other home accessories. Her fondness for the craft led her to set continue reading : “Do it yourself – Weaving the moment, handcrafted with love”

Bayanihan sa munting bayan ng Laur

In 2018, through the initiative of Center for Migrant Advocacy, the Local Government and Public Employment Services Office of Laur, Nueva Ecija, eleven (11) OFW Family Circle (OFC) barangay associations were established and registered individually with the Department of Labor and Employment. The following year, the associations decided to form a federation, where they appointed continue reading : Bayanihan sa munting bayan ng Laur

Stitching Dreams: Empowering communities through innovation and support

Amidst the lush landscapes of Candaba, Pampanga, a radiant story of women empowerment and triumph takes center stage as we delve into the remarkable journey of the Yellow Ladies of Mandasig (YLM). Guided by the steadfast leadership of YLM President Cecilia M. Sarmiento, their narrative started as one of CARP Agrarian Reform Business Organizations (ARBOs) continue reading : Stitching Dreams: Empowering communities through innovation and support

Nourishing the miracle green

    “This project is the one closest to my heart, because this miracle green saved the life of Sally, the wife of the Governor of Zambales, who happens to be my mother.” With teary eyes, Atty. Izelle Iamly P. Deloso, the Provincial Administrator (PA) of Zambales and daughter of Zambales Governor Atty. Amor D. continue reading : Nourishing the miracle green