“Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference.” – Kathy Calvin The holiday season is not just a break from school or work; it is about gift-giving, appreciation, and igniting hope among people around us. HAPI embodies these qualities all year round but a recent project wherein HAPI members […]
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What is more powerful than the atom bomb? Ideals? An even more powerful weapon? Fear? Before the said bomb was even tested, scientists had fears that the detonation of a nuclear weapon could set the entire world on fire. But that fear didn’t stop them from developing “The Gadget”: the first-ever nuclear bomb. Ultimately, nuclear
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Along with my parents and my auntie Mutya (HAPI CFO Mutya Valenzuela), I visited Doña Remedios Trinidad, Bulacan, last November 10 to donate some candies, toys, and pre-loved clothes to the Dumagat tribe. The day before, we prepared the donations by packing all the candies. We packed each of them equally so everyone could get the
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The Israel-Gaza conflict is a longstanding, complex geopolitical issue that has deep historical roots. The region has been a hotspot of cultural tension, with both Israelis and Palestinians laying claim to the same land. The struggle for control over territory, resources, and national identity has resulted in numerous struggles that drew international attention and ignited
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Vote buying has become an unfortunate norm in the context of Filipino elections. In nearly every election cycle, political candidates use to directly distribute money and goods to voters in an attempt to win their support. While the practice is illegal, enforcement is lax, and the sums involved have only increased over time. Many voters
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Environmental sustainability and human welfare are closely interconnected. In line with our commitment to these causes, my brother and I recently participated in a coastal cleanup initiative in the coastal areas of Ilijan, Batangas City, on October 29 and 30, 2023. This activity served as a reminder of the impact our individual actions can have.
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HAPI-Zambales successfully conducted a feeding program activity at Aningway-Sacatihan Elementary School Annex at Sitio Gala, Subic, Zambales last September 22, 2023. This was a remarkable event for everyone participating and volunteering as its impact could be immediately seen in the students’ and teachers’ smiling faces. A majority of Aningway-Sacatihan pupils are indigents and come from
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One of the most fundamental aspects of history is its role in teaching us valuable lessons from the past. It is said that those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it, an adage that underscores the importance of studying historical events. By examining the successes and failures of past societies, governments,
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These past few months have seen the HAPI-Alabang Chapter make lemonade out of lemons. Amidst the awful downpours last July, the Chapter wanted to give kids in the area something that would fill their stomachs. Thus, the team gave them champorado (sweet local choco porridge) and lots of rice. The volunteers began preparing for the
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Gender equality is a fundamental aspect of a just and equitable society. In the Philippines, significant progress has been made in promoting gender equality, but challenges and disparities persist. Humanist principles, rooted in reason, empathy, and the belief in the inherent worth and dignity of every individual, offer a valuable framework for addressing these challenges
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