Uprooted Livelihoods, Unbroken Spirit: Gigmoto’s Journey to Recovery After Typhoon Pepito
When Super Typhoon Pepito hit Gigmoto, Catanduanes, it brought heavy rain and strong winds that destroyed homes, farms, and dreams. For the people of Gigmoto, the typhoon didn’t just take away their crops—it took away their main source of income and hope for the future. Despite these unimaginable challenges, the community rises each day with […]
The Impact of Typhoon Pepito: Rising Together as One Community
Typhoon Pepito is a harsh reminder of how vulnerable many communities are to the impacts of natural disasters. For places like Gigmoto, each storm erodes not only homes and livelihoods but also the hope of recovering fully. Yet, even in the face of such immense challenges, their resilience inspires action.
These communities—families, children, and individuals—are striving to rebuild and rise again. As Good Neighbors, it is our shared responsibility to stand by them in their time of greatest need.
Good Neighbors Philippines Responds to Typhoon Carina’s Impact: Building Back Better for Sustainable Futures
On July 24, 2024 Typhoon Carina, intensified by the Southeast Monsoon, left a significant impact on numerous communities in the Philippines. It brought heavy rains, strong winds, and flooding affecting 1,317,111 families across all regions. Many communities faced power and water shortages. Although transport disruptions were minimal, classes were canceled in 503 areas and work […]
From Catch to Market: A New Way, New Hope for Sustainable Fishery in Palawan
On April 17, 2024 in El Nido, Palawan, a significant milestone was achieved as Good Neighbors International Philippines, led by Country Director Jae Choon Lee, alongside Good Neighbors Global Impact Foundation, represented by Senior Director Changpyo Lee, and Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) led by Country Director Eunsub Kim, joined hands with El Nido Municipal Local Government under Mayor Edna Lim’s guidance. Together with the Municipal Governments of El Nido and Taytay, they hosted an inauguration ceremony and convened to sign a Memorandum of Agreement for the transformative development project titled ”Enhancing Fisheries Productivity and Expanding Value Chain for Income Generation.”
GNIP, UNFPA partners to ensure the health and protection of women and girls throughout an emergency
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Philippines and Good Neighbors International Philippines (GNIP) recently signed an Implementing Partner (IP) Agreement for a project that ensures women, girls and other vulnerable groups are able to access life-saving services in Eastern Samar amid disasters.
Supporting Nearly 1,800 Families Affected by the Mayon Volcano Eruption
About 1,797 families who were affected by the eruption of the Mayon Volcano received critical support in the form of hygiene kits, which were desperately needed in the evacuation centers.
3×3 Shooting Star Basketball Tournament Registration Extended
Good Neighbors International Philippines and Hype Streetball Philippines are thrilled to announce the extension of the registration deadline for the highly-anticipated 3×3 Shooting Star Basketball Tournament.
Let’s All Move for Good – Helping address the insufficient physical activity of young people
Insufficient physical activity among adults and adolescents is identified as a global health problem by the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations (UN), and other organizations.
Robi Domingo continues his journey as Good Neighbors International Philippines Ambassador
Robi Domingo renews his commitment as Good Neighbors International Philippines Ambassador on Thursday at the Head Office in Cubao, Quezon City.
SAFE Water for the community
In Gigmoto, Catanduanes, diarrhea still remains to be one of the top causes of death in Gigmoto due to a lack of access to safe water sources in the household.