Physical Health Philippines Project #46834

Emergency Relief for Inter-Faith Filipino Children

by Asia America Initiative

Summary

In the Philippines, religious conflict and natural disasters have caused suffering for millions of Filipino children. This program provides care for children who are victims of viral pandemics and other disasters. Inter-faith cooperation teaches students the value of teamwork and unity. In current typhoon season, we provide face masks, basic food, clean water, and hygiene. For earthquake response currently provide PPE's, hand-washing supplies, shelter and nutrition for more than 5,000 children.

$30,000
total goal

$7,799
remaining

41
donors

0
monthly donors

4
fundraisers

5
years

Challenge

Poverty, earthquakes, storms, disease, and inter-cultural violence are endemic in the Philippines. A school-aged population of more than 65 million children are mostly impoverished and malnourished. Sulu Province with a majority Muslim population remains near the bottom of the UN's worldwide Human Development Index. Christian communities in Visayas are battered from natural disasters. Both regions are hard hit with the viral pandemic and lack basic personal protection and medical supplies.

Solution

This program will assist 5,000 children in Mindanao and Visayas. They are overcoming extreme poverty and communal violence through integrated literacy, livelihood skills, and health support. We have created a social media network for Muslim and Christian educators and children to share their new skills, hopes, and dreams. Mothers and fathers of pupils assist teachers to cook daily meals. We have provided thousands of books, school supplies, garden tools, and fresh water systems.

Long-Term Impact

The long-term impact of this program empowers Christian and Muslim communities to learn from each other and overcome damage caused by environment. Asia America Initiative serves as a bridge for action. Our social media and Scout training facilitates transparent communication and dispels fears that alienate communities who feel isolated and abandoned. Starting with children, positive interaction and equal treatment of various cultural groups by AAI facilitates mutual respect and inspiration.