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The Philippines is made up of more than 7,000 tiny islands — that’s more than 22,500 miles of coastline. Enough beach for everyone! And it’s a good thing, too, since it’s one of the most populated countries in the world. With a mix of Malay, Chinese, Spanish and American, the country has a unique blend of Asian and Western cultures.

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You’re always welcome in the Philippines; residents are known for their hospitality and friendliness. Prepare for some fun while you’re there — it’s the birthplace of karaoke and the yoyo and is home to some of the largest shopping malls in the world. One of boxing’s most exciting fighters, the world-class champion Manny Pacquiao, is also from the Philippines.

It isn’t all fun and games, though. Unemployment and underemployment leave many families in the Philippines struggling to meet basic needs. Parents can’t afford the tuition or uniforms to send their children to school. In spite of this challenge, the nation’s literacy rate is optimistic; parents are encouraging their children to pursue education — at least through primary school.

CI is there to encourage them, too, with agencies in Manila and the Bicol region and with 19 community centers throughout the country. 

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Team Philippines

From hard-working staff to dedicated volunteers to smart and focused youth, it’s the people who make CI in the Philippines so special. Let’s meet some of Team Philippines!

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    Angelica L.
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    Gerardo R.
  • CI grad & staffer
    Sarah Jane I.
  • CI coach & field officer
    Jon Edward W.
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Young participants in CI's Aflatoun program in Tabaco, Philippines, invite you to sit in on a class and visit one of their microenterprise projects.

In this video, health session participants from Manila, Philippines, demonstrate their favorite recipe — vegetables in coconut milk.

Children International and Planet Water Foundation team up to bring clean, safe water to impoverished communities in the Philippines and India.

Issues in the Philippines

These are some of the most serious challenges that poor Filipinos are facing right now. But we’ve got a solid plan for tackling these issues. Want to learn more about our approach and programs? 

Issue: Unemployment

The chances for youth to break out of poverty are grim. Lack of formal education holds them back — not just for lack of skills, but having the right attitude for the workplace. Needy kids often give up and turn to drugs or petty crime.

How we’re helping

Our Career Readiness program teaches teens job and life skills to help them succeed. The Into Employment® program connects talent with opportunity by training teens for in-demand jobs and then placing them in those jobs through agreements with local employers. Youth Health Corps educates teens about the dangers of drug use.

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Issue: Teenage pregnancy

A lack of education and a need for belonging result in teens becoming sexually active long before they are ready. This often leads to unplanned pregnancy and contracting sexually transmitted diseases.

How we’re helping

Our Youth Health Corps is out here spreading the word about making smart choices. Teens educate their peers about the dangers of growing up too quickly, and distribute electronic babies for kids to take home and care for. (It’s a literal wake-up call for them!) Our community center staff is always available for advice and support on issues teens may be afraid to discuss with parents.

Issue: Malnutrition

The Philippines ranks ninth in the world for stunting (reduced growth rate) among children. As you can imagine, most of those kids live in poverty.

How we’re helping

Our approach to malnutrition starts early, by screening every child and identifying those who need intervention. Monitored supplemental feeding in our community center helps kids gain their strength and reach their appropriate weight-height ratio. Nutrition classes teach parents how to cook healthy meals on a budget.

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Stories from the Philippines

Daring to dream

Wearing a crisp, light-blue uniform, Connie stops to chat with two women as she walks to work. As a police community relations advocate, it is her duty to uphold the image of the police force while fulfilling her oath to protect her community. She proudly bears those responsibilities.

The 25-year-old Children International program graduate is an officer for the National Police Commission of Rapu-Rapu Island, Tabaco, Philippines. Her beaming smile shows how grateful she is to have found success and to have attained her dream of helping others.

But reaching that dream? That’s another story.

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What is a community center? Only one of the most important places for our kids! 

Kaligayahan Center

Kaligayahan Center

“Kaligayahan” means “happiness” in Tagalog. This busy center serves more than 5,100 kids through medical and dental clinics, a pharmacy, nutrition center, library, playground and computer lab. Plus, CI’s Manila headquarters occupies the second floor, ensuring staff have an up-close view of our programs in action.

Daraga Community Campus

Laufer Family Community Center and Youth Resource Center

With a community center for younger kids and youth resource center for teens, this campus helps thousands of kids with age-appropriate programs including separate health and dental clinics, a library, computer center, playground, covered sports court and dedicated spaces for meetings and program activities.

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Angelica L.

“When you are shackled by poverty, mere survival is the only choice. When I rendered volunteer services in the Youth Program and currently as a staff, I found my greatness. There's also greatness in helping and empowering the youth. The work I do gives me the opportunity to give the love and mentoring they need. And there is nothing more fulfilling than to be an inspiration to others.”

Gerardo R.

Gerardo lost his arm in an industrial accident while saving a coworker’s life. Father to three kids, he volunteers in Quezon City.

“Being able to help others makes me happy. One does not need to be rich to do that. It was also another opportunity to inspire people, to show them that having a disability is not a hindrance to helping other people.”

Sarah Jane I.

“What I like most about being part of CI is that I am able to make a difference in kids’ lives. It makes me happy seeing them enjoying and learning from our activities. Learning is fun here. CI is making impact on kids by supporting their basic needs in health and education, and most especially for empowering the youth to also make changes in their communities.”

 

Jon Edward W.

“I love working with teens and using my passion for sports as a way of helping others. It is such an amazing feeling knowing that you’re being used as a channel of the help the sponsors are bringing. I believe that the sensible youth are the hope of the country, and I fully trust the programs of CI to help them discover their skills and talents, as well as help them build their character at a young age to be that hope.”

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