Glemir Sordilla

Women, the Hidden Victims of the Climate Crisis

environmental humanism / Glemir Sordilla

Climate change does not impact everyone equally, and nowhere is this more evident than in the lives of women and girls around the world. While rising temperatures and extreme weather events affect entire communities, women, particularly those in low-income and rural areas, experience disproportionate burdens due to existing social inequalities and economic vulnerabilities. Global reports […]

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When It’s the Holidays But You Feel Something Missing

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“May there be comfort knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten.”– Julie Herbert The holidays have always been a time for gathering, laughter, and togetherness. For many Filipinos, this season represents more than just festive meals and decorations, it’s a deep celebration of family. Christmas and New Year are marked by the closeness

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Power to the People: My Time at the Trillion Peso March

Advocacy / Glemir Sordilla

“The power of the people is much stronger than the people in power.” – Wael Ghonim The Trillion Peso March was a huge wave of protests that swept across the Philippines on September 21, 2025. People from all walks of life – including church groups, student organizations, labor unions, civic groups, and political movements –

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This Activist Found a Quieter Kind of Resistance

Advocacy / Glemir Sordilla

In a world that seems to be constantly in crisis, such as climate change, social injustice, and political problems, it’s hard not to feel the weight of responsibility. For those of us who were once deeply involved in activism, that weight can be even heavier. I used to be on the front lines, attending protests,

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Why Filipino Resiliency Should Equate Accountability

Column / Glemir Sordilla

Filipino resiliency has long been admired by the world, especially during times of calamities and other natural disasters. Despite the countless storms that batter the country each year, an estimated 20 typhoons, Filipinos continue to rebuild and support their communities with unwavering strength. It’s easy to see that this resilience is rooted in a deep

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Make Sustainability Trendy Again

Column / Glemir Sordilla

“It takes collective effort to turn a barren land green.” – Ummesalma M. As we face the acceleration of climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation, there is a dire need for society to adopt a trend centered on consuming sustainable materials and resources. Since everything (e.g. consuming large quantities of unnecessary products for a

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An Ode to Friendship… and How the Good Ones Endure.

humanism / Glemir Sordilla

“Sometimes we’re born into families who don’t know how to love us properly. They can – but the rest is up to our friends. They can love you all the time without judgment.” – Ryan O’Connell I believe that friendships that begin in childhood – or those formed during our early teenage years – are

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Leveling Up: HAPI-Bulacan Kids Become HAPI Youth

Youth / Glemir Sordilla

“Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” – John F. Kennedy Transitioning from any stage of your life to another will always be a daunting feat. It is particularly admirable when you progress from being a “kid” to being a responsible youth – one who utilizes their skills to not only help an organization

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Teen Talk: Importance of Sex Ed for the Future

Education / Glemir Sordilla

“Investing in adolescent health is key to unlocking lifelong health, productivity, and prosperity.” – Stefan Peterson, Chief of Health, UNICEF With all the changes happening in their physical and mental health, teenagers need to be more aware of their bodies as they grow into adults. If overlooked, these adolescent changes can be overwhelming and confusing.

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Grief Through Superstitions

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“Those we love never truly leave us. There are things that death cannot touch.” Jack Thorne Filipinos have always held strong beliefs in their cultural traditions, which often combine indigenous practices with colonial and religious influences. Passed down through word of mouth and deeply entrenched in family values and respect for those who came before,

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