This is grassroots
Through our travels across the Philippines we’ve met people whose dedication to their communities was both inspiring and humbling. Despite their own challenges, they gave their time and energy to help those around them, driven by a deep sense of hope and responsibility for the future.
We wanted to support and empower, helping them bring change to their communities so we created the role of Advocate—formally integrating these people and their communities into our roadmap of change. Our advocates are actively involved with shaping future projects, using their leadership, passion and local knowledge to drive meaningful change, turning hope and energy into action.
boots on the ground
Our 4,000+ advocates representing thousands of villages span across Visayas and Mindanao
They are the boots on the ground, our local experts guiding decisions, and ultimately the inspiration behind our projects.
Roles of our advocates in their community
Youth Leaders
Representing the youth of their community as elected officials
Teachers
Educating and empowering through knowledge
Health & Nutrition Workers
Ensuring wellness through care and medical responsibility
Village Leaders
Guiding local development and initiatives
Tribal Leaders
Preserving traditions and advocating for their people
Religious Leaders
Providing spiritual and moral guidance
Respected Elders
Sharing wisdom and fostering unity
Leadership from the ground up
Voice
Promote their communities’ strengths, culture, and progress to inspire and attract support.
Identify
Scout potential projects and initiatives that bring meaningful change.
Organize
Plan and execute community activities, training sessions, and cultural gatherings.
Engage
Foster long-term participation with ongoing projects.
Lead
Drive efforts that improve lives and strengthen communities.
Inspire
Mentor and train like-minded individuals.
Educate
Provide insights into community needs, traditions, and challenges.
solving local challenges
Advocates use their deep understanding of local traditions, needs, and resources to design solutions that are rooted in the realities of their communities. By drawing on lived experience and trusted relationships, they identify what works, adapt quickly, and mobilize others to take action.
Advocates driving change on the ground
STORIES OF IMPACT
From Chalkboards to Change: Retirement was just the beginning of a new chapter.
Meet a retired teacher who continues to empower others through being a community advocate.
Opportunities for our Advocates
Empowering Advocates through growth, support, and recognition to enhance their leadership and impact in the communities.
Provide a platform for Advocates to participate in policy discussions, local governance, or larger advocacy movements.
Provide compensation to recognize their contributions and sustain their involvement.
Celebrate their efforts through awards and public acknowledgments.
Connect Advocates with national and international organizations, conferences, and exchange programs to broaden their reach.
Expand access to scholarships or further education opportunities for Advocates and their families.
Offer small grants or resources to help Advocates launch and lead their own community initiatives.
We love forging new partnerships. If you’re interested in learning more about our projects, supporting our mission by purchasing carbon credits or exploring collaboration opportunities, we want to hear from you.
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