International Women's Day 2025: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.
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International Women's Day 2025: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.

International Women's Day (IWD) on 8 March is a day that celebrates the achievements and advancements of women around the world. It It is also a day to reflect on progress and review any challenges that may hinder gender equality and women's empowerment, of which there are many.

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...

STREAM-EWS revolutionises technology for disaster preparedness in PH vulnerable zones
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STREAM-EWS revolutionises technology for disaster preparedness in PH vulnerable zones

The STREAM-EWS project will enhance disaster preparedness and impact mitigation, benefiting 52,000 direct users in vulnerable communities across Zamboanga Del Sur, Misamis Occidental, the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region, Surigao Del Norte, and Surigao Del Sur in Mindanao.

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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