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HPFPI National Youth Summit group photo

HPFPI National Youth Summit

On June 13, 2025, youth leaders from various regions of the Philippines gathered at Antay's Inland Resort in Santa Barbara, Iloilo, participate in the HPFPI National Youth Summit. This assembly was organized by HPFPI Youth Iloilo in formal partnership with several organizations, including PACSII, SDI, TAMPEI, HPFPI, and DIInsider.

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ESSC Joins RURBANISE on Urban Vulnerability

The Environmental Science for Social Change (ESSC) has formally integrated into a six-member research consortium to implement the project titled "Building Resilience in the Context of Rapid Urbanization: A View for Informal Communities" (RURBANISE).

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Community members gathered in Iloilo City

Empowering the Urban Poor: HPFPI's Catalyst Role in Iloilo City's Resilience

The Homeless People's Federation of the Philippines, Inc. (HPFPI) was instrumental in redefining Iloilo City's approach to urban resilience by transitioning from traditional top-down resettlement to a community-led development model.

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Local artisans presenting their products

A Platform for Local Artisans

In the "City of Love," Iloilo, the project collaborates with the Homeless People's Federation of the Philippines - Iloilo (HPFPI). Local artisans are trained to create unique designer products, with the initial collection featuring designs by renowned social entrepreneur and designer Zarah Juan.

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