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Creating Safe Spaces: protection for women, girls, and most vulnerable populations during emergencies

February 20, 2024 /0 Comments/in , /by

In the face of the Philippines’ complex humanitarian challenges, characterized by hazard-induced disasters and armed conflicts, Action Against Hunger has stepped forward to address the alarming rates of gender-based violence (GBV) and Protection risks, particularly affecting women and children. The organization recognizes that this dire situation not only jeopardizes the well-being of individuals but also […]

Responding to the Mindanao Flooding Crisis

February 16, 2024 /0 Comments/in /by

As Mindanao grapples with the aftermath of devastating flooding and landslides, Action Against Hunger is mobilizing to respond to the urgent needs of affected communities. The recent onslaught of heavy rains, warned by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on January 18, 2024, has left a trail of destruction in its wake, […]

Surviving Crisis Mode with MOVE UP’s Support

February 21, 2023 /0 Comments/in , /by

“Hindi namin alam kung saan tatakbo, kasi yung barilan, nakapalibot sa mga bahay namin,” shared Rasi, 44. She and her four children were among the displaced due to an armed conflict last February 6, 2023 at GT Biruar, in the Municipality of Parang, Lanao del Sur. (We didn’t know where to go [at the time], […]

Women for WASH: Celebrating Women and Girls in Science

February 10, 2023 /0 Comments/in /by

Let’s celebrate the International Day for Women and Girls in Science! We recognize and honor the achievements of women and girls in the field of science and their critical role in achieving and sustaining clean water and sanitation. Miela De Gracia, an esteemed educator and former principal of the Sindangan Pilot Demonstration School in Sindangan, […]

Siargao Farmers Trained on Good Agricultural Practices and Organic Farming

January 19, 2023 /0 Comments/in , , /by

Farmers affected by Typhoon Odette attended a farmer training on Good Agricultural Practices and Organic farming in the municipalities of San Benito and Burgos on the island of Siargao, Surigao del Norte last December 2022. The training is facilitated by trainers from the Rice Specialists Training Course (RSCT). The participants from barangays Orok and Talisay […]

Restoring the Rice Fields After Typhoon Odette

December 19, 2022 /0 Comments/in , /by

CAPALAYAN, SURIGAO CITY — Erna Crisologo, 35, is proud to be a rice farmer. Growing up in a family of rice farmers she has lived in the middle of the rice fields her whole life. Besides the rice field bordering their home, Erna and her husband Ruben Cabalan, 35, also own a small coconut plantation […]

Building Back A Safer Home

November 27, 2022 /0 Comments/in /by

LAGANGILANG, ABRA ─ Christopher Piscador, 35 years old, starts the day as early as four in the morning together with his wife, Kimchie. Christopher would go straight to do farm work while Kimchie prepares the family’s meal. On most days, Kimchie would help her husband tend their crops. Christopher’s family lives in the quiet sitio […]

Real Life Heroes: Rural Women for Community Resilience

October 15, 2022 /0 Comments/in , /by

Gemma Andot is a women’s leader in the MADADMA Community, part of the Obo Manobo indigenous group. Since 2020, she has been an active volunteer of Action Against Hunger in promoting community resilience through the ECHO-funded MOVE UP project. This International Day of Rural Women, we highlight and celebrate women like Gemma. Get to know […]