In the Philippines, we are slowly adapting to a more digital world. With the continuous development of the eGov app, the passing of the Konektadong Pinoy Act, and the expanding access to the internet, our country is not standing idly by as new technologies reshape daily life. Despite these advancements, the Philippines remains a frequent target for crimes in the digital space. Children and youth are regularly exposed to content or behavior online that makes them feel unsafe —

In March 2026, our Create Hub-HOH in Bacolod City finally opened alongside the operations of our three main program components - Technology, ICT Courses, and Arts. All of these components aim to holistically develop the digital readiness, literacy, and aptitude of Create Hub Users. The art component, in particular, is an initiative to ground the youth and children in cultivating their critical thinking, social-emotional learning, and visual literacy skills beyond the compute

Aicelle, 18, is an incoming first year college student at a public college in Southern Negros Occidental. She dreams of becoming a flight attendant — traveling the world, immersing herself in different cultures, and connecting with people from all walks of life. Her top three dream destinations are Japan, Switzerland, and Dubai. She was accepted into two public schools, but neither offers a Tourism degree, her first college degree choice. Undeterred, she will be enrolling in