Between coffee and harvest
On her two-hectare farm, Norsida Jalalang grows flowering coffee trees alongside vegetables and fruit trees. Cucumber, okra, squash and eggplant fill the gaps, providing enough food for her family and community.
Waiting for Safe Ground After the Earthquake
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck Sarangani on 8 June 2026, displacing thousands and damaging homes and infrastructure. Remote island communities faced additional challenges due to damaged routes and geographic isolation.
EU Ambassador in Basilan: Supports Growth
EU Ambassador Massimo Santoro visited coffee-growing sites in Basilan under BAEP-LEAP, reaffirming the EU’s commitment to inclusive economic growth, sustainable agriculture and long-term stability in the Bangsamoro region.
Case Study: IoT & Mobile Tech for Action
People in Need Philippines and Smart Communications are demonstrating how mobile and IoT technology can transform disaster preparedness by delivering life-saving early warnings to at-risk communities at scale.
Sulu Coffee: Brewing Peace, Reviving Industry
In the 1990s, ASG violence disrupted coffee farming in Sulu. Instability confined Kahawa Sug consumption to local communities and left once-thriving farms abandoned, while conflict further damaged livelihoods and quality of life.
Saving the Philippines' Seaweed Industry
Known as “Sea Nomads,” Sama Badjau residents of Tawi-Tawi live in stilt houses and rely on fishing and seaweed farming. Their deep connection to the sea is central to their way of life and the region’s economy.
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.
