Posts by Queenie Millor
Pasko sa E.Aboitiz – Celebrating Communities
As the spirit of Christmas warms up the atmosphere, it is the perfect moment to revel in the sense of togetherness within the community. At the core of its mission, the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI) places immense value on the communities of whom it journeys with in the pursuit to create and enable them…
Read MoreFinally with Power
Nestled two to three hours away from mainland Daanbantayan in Cebu, the island community of Carnaza beckons with its distinctive turtle-shaped silhouette. A local gem renowned for its pristine beaches, enchanting caves, and lush rainforests, Carnaza is a favored destination among tourists seeking refuge from the fast-paced urban life. While intermittent or no signal and…
Read MoreDreams in Delicacies: Mariane’s Inspiring Journey from Homemaker to Kakanin Entrepreneur
Positive outcomes blossom in the aftermath of adversity. In the midst of the 2020 global pandemic, as the world came to an indefinite standstill, Mariane Gonzales seized an opportunity. Like many others, Mariane faced the challenges and constraints imposed by the pandemic. Her husband, in particular, grappled with ‘no work, no pay’ conditions, putting strain…
Read MoreGabii sa Kabilin 2022: Padayon – Resilience Amidst Challenges and Changes
A Journey Through Time, Culture, and Resilience Surging from the two-year hiatus brought by the global pandemic and the devastating onslaught of Typhoon Odette, Gabii sa Kabilin – the sought-after heritage night returns its first face to face event in October 2022. Greatly influenced by the experiences and struggles of the Cebuano’s after facing two…
Read MorePagsagubang: An Exhibition of Cebuano Resilience Facing a Global Pandemic
EMPTY – A contrast of the pre-pandemic buzz, streets, establishments, airports, malls, museums and other public places were eerie silent and frighteningly empty. The emptiness that was felt weighed heavy on every individual’s mind especially with the uncertainty, confusion and distress the COVID -19 pandemic has brought to the globe. As the world grappled with…
Read MoreRAFI Receives Galing Pook Citizenship Award for Community Engagement Programs
Inspired by the wisdom of its founder, Don Ramon Aboitiz, the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. (RAFI) passionately carries out its core principle of sharing the burdens and fears of the communities they serve by helping them realize their hopes. Bannering its programs focused on biodiversity conservation (RAFI One to Tree) and the preservation of culture…
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