Wrapping up Early Warning System project in Mindanao, But our Work in Disaster Preparedness Continues
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Wrapping up Early Warning System project in Mindanao, But our Work in Disaster Preparedness Continues

We officially concluded our early warning system project in Mindanao, bringing together representatives from 15 local government units (LGU) and partners from both government and private institutions. The system was officially handed over to our partner LGUs, making disaster...

Brewing Peace and Reviving Sulu's Coffee Industry ☕
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Brewing Peace and Reviving Sulu's Coffee Industry ☕

In the 1990s, the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG), a militant organisation known for its terrorist activities, significantly disrupted coffee farming in the region. The instability and violence confined the consumption of Kahawa Sug primarily to local communities and left once-thriving...

Saving the Philippines' Seaweed Industry
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Saving the Philippines' Seaweed Industry

Sea Nomads. That is how people refer to Sama Badjau residents, an ethnic group from the Philippine island province of Tawi-Tawi. Living in wooden stilt houses, they have adapted to life on the sea, relying on their ability to hold their breath for extended periods...

Since our establishment in 2013, People in Need has been steadfast in its mission to address the challenges faced by the Philippines. Our journey began as a response to the catastrophic Typhoon Haiyan locally known as Yolanda, one of the strongest storms ever recorded. This cemented our commitment to the Filipino people. In a nation characterised by political conflicts, social tensions, and widespread poverty, impacting a significant portion of its population, we have channelled our efforts into three core pillars: Civil Society and Inclusive Governance, Climate Resilience, and Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery. These areas exemplify our commitment to catalysing transformative change, fortifying resilience, and extending support with the shared goal of shaping a more promising future for the Philippines.

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