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= Bayanihan = Bayanihan has been identified by social scientists and other observers as an ancient Filipino custom, symbolic of the Filipino way of group work. Bayanihan can come from two different words: “bayan” which means nation, town, or community, or “bayani” which means to be a hero. The word bayanihan can be translated to “being a hero for one’s community” or “acting in service for the community”.

Although bayanihan can be seen in many forms, it is most popularly portrayed using “lipat-bahay”. Lipat-bahay directly translates to “transfering house”. Members of the community would gather around and help someone move their nipa hut by carrying it to a different location.

Bayanihan Services seen in this Era
When bayanihan was seen volunteering to assist neighbors to move their bahay kubo, the old bayanihan may not be seen as much in the current era, but the bayanihan spirit lives on. People with underprivileged backgrounds who rose to success, helped their communities in the past, for those in the same situation to have a more comfortable life.

“One for all, all for one.” Filipinos may have progressed, but there are still organizations, events, and companies that help out of the goodness of their hearts. Programs such as outreaches and charity are all for the underprivileged and those in need of support.

The EstrawngHeroes
A youth-led network at the forefront of creating collaboration with the government and establishments, and cooperation among citizens towards achieving a sustainable single-use plastic-free Iloilo Province.

Federation of the Deaf Cavite Province
Their mission is to empower members through capacity building training in education, leadership, livelihood, and legal rights; work toward recognition of Filipino Sign Language, Deaf Identity and Culture.

#MentalHealthPH
A social media advocacy group that aims to promote and protect mental health in the Philippines through social media and internet technologies. They achieve this by engaging both the online and offline community in promoting and protecting mental health; educating to #EndTheStigma; and improving access to mental health information, services, care.

AHA! Learning Center
AHA! is an award-winning non profit that provides the best education to those who have the least in life. They have  directly supported more than 300+ public school students in Makati and Tondo.

ScholaRUN
It is an annual “Eat and Run” Welfare Campaign for the AmCham Foundation Scholars. It is where participating runners will get to taste several American favorites like burgers, pizza, and doughnuts upon reaching a certain pit stop. The marathon is supported by  the American Chamber Foundation Philippines, Inc. (ACFPI), to support  the youth in terms of education by creating a unique fun run that will help them achieve the program’s objectives for the youth.

In addition to events sponsored by big brand names, school charity or donation events occur to help a specific group of people. Similar to the annual fundraising event the Ateneo Mathematics Society (AMS) hosts.

Edsa Revolution
The 1986 People Power Revolution is also known as the EDSA revolution because the rally occurred at Epifanio De Los Santos Avenue, which is one of the main arteries to Metro Manila. The revolution showcased the unity amongst Filipinos from all walks of life, as during the event there were over a million people were in attendance. What made this event significant was that the rally had non-violent demonstrations, and it achieved its ultimate goal of democracy and liberty from the dictator Ferdinand Marcos, through peaceful means. Even to this day, the event is still being celebrated by our fellow Filipinos as a manifestation of “bayanihan”, and is a public holiday.

#SaveMaryJane
In 2015, Mary Jane Veloso, a mother of a Filipino mother of two and an OFW was caught carrying 2.6 kilograms of heroin, on her arrival at Adisutjipto International Airport. Because of carrying illegal substances, she was detained by the Indonesian Government and was set for execution. During this time, Noynoy Aquino was requesting Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono for a fair trial, however, was not given a clear response for Mary Jane’s crimes. However, as these events were unfolding Mary Jane wrote a letter to the Filipino Youth, urging them to stay away from drugs, which started an online petition on Change.org that arose in hopes of sparring Mary Jane’s life. With over two hundred thousand petitioners, the online petition was able to reach the Indonesian President. The online petitioners as well as the numerous tweets were enough for Susilo Bambang Yudhyon to prevent the execution of Mary Jane. Showing once again that “bayanihan” can be demonstrated virtually through social media, and not just physically.

Bayan Bayanihan (Bayanihan Act)
Further information: Bayanihan to Heal as One Act

Because of the difficulties caused by Covid-19, families struggled to have funds to even pay for necessities such as food and water, because of the number of employees let go during the pandemic. Hence, the government in partnership with Asian Development Bank they were able to serve over one hundred sixty thousand households in over forty-four barangays, which is equivalent to more than eight hundred thousand people. This shows that “bayanihan” is seen not only by Filipino citizens but even by private sectors and government sectors for a good cause such as helping those who were severely affected financially by the Covid-19 virus.

Be my Lady
Further information: Be My Lady

Because of the financial struggles, matriarch Marcela decided to search for opportunities abroad and has become a maid. Her family in the Philippines, learn to adapt by designating tasks and helping one another. However, one day Marcela gets deported for shoplifting, and the Crisostomo family losses their farm. Through the midst of more difficult hardships, each member of the family continues to share their workload in hopes of overcoming their financial struggles and hopefully focusing on their dreams and aspirations. This show applies to families who are struggling financially, without Unity among family members they would struggle to keep afloat with their financial obligations, hence the importance of “bayanihan” to get us through these hardships.

Sandugo
Further information: Sandugo The television series starred two brothers named Julius Caesar and Aristotle as two fraternal twins, who did everything together as kids. However, although Aristotle was healthy and athletic, Julius Caesar was the opposite his body was frail, suffering from a heart ailment, and was in desperate need of an operation. Because the parents could not afford the operation, the mother of the fraternal twins set up Aristotle for adoption to receive a hefty sum of money to pay for the operation of Julius Caesar. Since then, Julius Caesar and Aristotle ended up on opposite sides of the law and are against each other. This show talks about the importance of unity among brothers or friendship to overcome insurmountable obstacles, hence the title called “Sandugo”, meaning blood pact between two people.