Old garments often find new life in ukay-ukay shops, where they can be restyled into fresh looks or serve as affordable clothing options. However, for Mary, Christina, Melisa, and Jemelyn of Gawad Kalinga (GK) Shell Rags Production Center, preloved clothing can go beyond mere reuse. Even well-worn or damaged clothing can still have value, finding new purpose through upcycling and repurposing.

Parenting doesn’t end after a long day at the office; an extension of a parent’s most important work still awaits at home. From managing household responsibilities to raising a family, parenthood demands a unique skill set and unwavering dedication. For some, this commitment becomes their sole focus, devoting all their time and energy to fulfilling their role as parents.

Over 50 households of the Batak community in Sitio Tagnaya, Barangay Concepcion, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan received stand-alone solar units from Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. (PSFI)’s SINAG Program. This initiative was in partnership with the Local Barangay Council of Concepcion, and the City Health Office of Puerto Princesa in response to the community’s expressed need for solar power during consultations.