IMPACT STORIES
Impact stories are advocacy narratives which aim to spotlight the upshots of non-profit projects, embolden initiatives for empowerment, and effectuate positive social impact. It serves as the documentation arm of the organization to cover its various legal projects and development programs.
Stories
An ustadz’ faith-led transformation and call for peace: Religious leaders should have a voice in community and nation-building, too
Written by Habeb Guiaman, IDEALS Tariq Sabpa, a young ISAL teacher, leading a re-echo session with members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front at Mahad Libutan, Mamasapano, Maguindanao del Sur on April 12, 2026. For Tariq Abukhail Sabpa, 35, growing up in Maguindanao...
Hikma (wisdom) Beyond the Classroom: The role of young religious leaders in teaching peace and upholding truth
Written by Saudi H. Daud, IDEALS Zainudin Abdullah, a young Muslim religious leader, leads a community learning session integrating Islamic perspectives on human rights and media and information literacy for commanders and combatants of the Bangsamoro Islamic Armed...
A Long Walk for Identity: Accessing Socioeconomic Opportunities for a Remote Teduray Family
In the midst of deepening socioeconomic challenges, structural barriers to essential services continue to limit opportunities for the Filipino people. The marginalized, vulnerable, and those without legal recognition—often living in geographically isolated and...
Voices rising: How community media is shaping narratives in Marawi and Bangsamoro
Written by Normina Limbona (S'bang Ka Marawi) and Franz Manlutac (IDEALS, Inc.) In the heart of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, a powerful movement for inclusive storytelling and grassroots news reporting is taking root through S’bang Ka Marawi,...
Harvesting the seeds of peace: The journey of a Langgapanan-based cooperative towards economic participation and social cohesion
Written by Habeb Guiaman and Franz Manlutac, IDEALS Micro and small enterprises (MSEs) play a key role in fostering peace and social cohesion in communities. Not only do they help generate employment, MSEs offer pathways into economic participation, skill...
The power of local storytelling
Written by Normina Limbona, IDEALS “Peace is not always loud, sometimes it is quietly built through stories that are finally ready to be heard.” — Ayesha A. Tale, S’bang Ka Marawi Patroller In 2025, IDEALS in partnership with the Probe Media Foundation, Inc....
Satria’s journey on turning training into opportunity
Written by Habeb Guiaman, IDEALS Satria Abdul and Liezel Dunuan of Connected Women. With the support of the Global Community and Engagement Resilience Fund (GCERF), IDEALS and Connected Women capacitated 30 out-of-school youth and 20 women entrepreneurs from MSEs and...
Beyond fears, beyond stigma: Shifting outsider youth perceptions of Sulu and understanding of conflict
Written by Franz Manlutac, IDEALS “Sigurado ka bang pupunta kang Sulu?” (Are you sure you’re going to Sulu?) This was the question commonly received by our Voices for Peace youth fellows when they informed their friends and families about their fellowship community...
Maguindanaon community broadcasters underscore education amidst conflict
By Mikhaela Dimpas, IDEALS In a small village in Barangay Bagong Upam, Shariff Aguak Maguindanao del Sur, rido (clan wars) and armed encounters have become a norm. Displacement was a way of life. Families have mastered the art of packing bags and safekeeping...
Going against all odds: An out-of-school youth’s journey to self-discovery
By Mikhaela Dimpas, IDEALSCrystal Joy, 18, used to be a very shy girl who only stayed at home. She is the youngest of three children. When her parents separated, she and her siblings were forced to brave life alone. The rift within her family caused them more...
Organic Farming: Feeding the World Without Destroying It
ECONOMIC RIGHTS by Elijah Macaspac Organic farming helps mitigate climate change and play a huge part in environmental protection. Through the years, conventional farming has contributed to the degradation of the environment. The abundance of the food produced through...
The Organic Backyard of an Elderly Farmer
ECONOMIC RIGHTS by Elijah Macaspac “In five years, I see myself teaching my family and kids about organic farming. In five years, all I will see in our neighborhood are green trees, indicators that we are taking care of the environment. In five years, we will not be...