Last month, 150 participants from Northern Mindanao united online to launch a transformative Road Safety Action Plan. This heartfelt initiative reflects their commitment to safeguard lives, urging localized strategies over broad policies. As grassroots empowerment drives this change, hope flourishes for safer roads across the Philippines.


As a civil engineer and part of the organizers of the recent oathtaking of new civil engineers in Iloilo City, I watched 117 young professionals raise their right hands with eyes full of ambition. The…
Last month, 150 participants from Northern Mindanao united online to launch a transformative Road Safety Action Plan. This heartfelt initiative reflects their commitment to safeguard lives, urging localized strategies over broad policies. As grassroots empowerment…
Iloilo City is buzzing with electric vehicles, proving we’re semi-sustainable! Yet, while new rides roll in, safety and infrastructure remain sketchy. Remember: swapping gas for electricity won’t save the planet if our grid still favors…

After enduring a travel hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I joyfully resumed my adventures in 2023, exploring Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Türkiye, and Morocco. Each destination enriched my experience and taught me resilience. Celebrating reaching ten countries, I eagerly anticipate new journeys filled with discoveries and lasting friendships.

In 2024, there are four long weekends requiring no leave: during Holy Week in March, in August for National Heroes Day, November for All Saints’ Day, and a five-day break in December. Strategically taking leave on April 8th and December 23rd can extend these breaks, with the potential for a 12-day vacation around Christmas.

The recent LinK4All Summit Workshops highlighted the critical need for young people to actively participate in road safety discussions, equipping them with vital knowledge and confidence. By fostering informed dialogue among diverse stakeholders, LinK4All aims to develop an inclusive Western Visayas Road Safety Action Plan that ensures their voices lead to meaningful change in mobility.