A famous song from a known Filipino band, South Border simply reminds its listeners that no matter how difficult life is, there is always hope and a sense of relief after every ordeal. For a former Child In Conflict with the Law (CICL), the lyrics “There’s a rainbow always after the rain,” definitely means a continue reading : Rainbow after the rain
“Education is the key to success” a universal quote that everybody knows. For Marlon L. Peteros, having an optimistic attitude is one of the factors that will help a person in achieving the things they want in life. Hence, qualities like perseverance, hard work, patience and the likes will come along. Marlon is currently working continue reading : Amidst difficulties, a persevering heart never fails
“I am incredibly grateful” – these are the words of Julicris M. Ojel, a Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiary and a recipient of the Expanded Students’ Grants-in-Aid Program for Poverty Alleviation (ESGP-PA) when asked about her experience of being an ESGP-PA scholar. Throughout her journey of being an ESGP-PA scholar, Julicris encountered a lot continue reading : Economizing her way to achieving her dreams
Being a mother of eight has never been easy for Teofila Pacot, a Pamtawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) grantee. Like every expectant parent, the dream of a complete family was what one prays and dreams of. But for Teofila, her little heaven on earth came crashing down when her husband left her and their children continue reading : A DREAMER’S JOURNEY
Love and attention are essential requisite in taking care of the old. Frail, fragile, and delicate as they are, these persons need all the respect and admiration for their experiences going through life. And what wonder for one to meet someone who has reached the big 1-0-0. Well, you will definitely admire Jose Inso of continue reading : A rewarding cash gift for 101 year-old Lolo Jose
“Graduation to sa akong anak sa college, samtang nakita nako akong anak nga nipaso sa stage ug nidawat sa iyang diploma, grabi kaayo ang akong kalipay. Nakahuna-huna dayon ko, unsa kaha kung ako or kami sa akong bana makadawat pud og diploma, malipay ba kaha sad among mga anak (I was overjoyed when I saw continue reading : AGE IS JUST A NUMBER
Just like other typical Filipino families, 39-years old Guy Bondoc from Barangay Ampayon, Butuan City desires to have a better life together with her family. A simple life, but is enough to enjoy their basic needs and some of their wants. Guy, a loving mother to 4 sons and 2 daughters, works in a sari-sari continue reading : Pandemic – A Blessing in disguise
Dailyn A. Lacaza, 45-year-old, is a Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) grantee and a parent leader for 12 long years. Her husband, Estilito C. Lacaza, 51-year-old, works as transient labourer earning 300-400 a day. In order to sustain the needs of their family, Dailyn has to work extra hard. It’s been 3 years that she continue reading : A strong mother and a productive community member