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= Bayanihan =

Filipino Culture (Introduction, General Overview of Filipino cultures and History)
The previous colonization of the Philippines allowed it to be influenced with varying cultures, especially so from Spanish & American customs. Soon after, interaction with other countries such as China, India, Indonesia, and Malaysia allowed for asian cultures to adapt to Filipino culture. The importance of family in the Philippines is wildly significant in its culture. It is the basic social unit of the country. Moreover, family includes intermediate members; such as aunts, uncles, grandparents and cousins; and outside relations; godparents and close friends. Children are usually raised not just by their parents alone but with other relatives. The close knit relations that Filipinos have with their family or friends is essential in their culture. As such, the very idea of Bayanihan is fitting in the community.

Modern Day Culture (Cultural Significance of Bayanihan)
Bayanihan is recognized to be one of the ancient Filipino customs present until today. It comes from the word “bayan” which roughly translates to town or nation; it is also related to the words “damayan” at “tulungan” which means to be or to do things together or to engage in “pagkakaisa." Initially, bayanihan was involved with house moving in rural areas. If a family opted to move from one place to another a group of people, about 15-20, would carry their house to the designated location and then a “kainan” would ensue after this move. Over the years, bayanihan has become more than simply house moving. It has become a culture, a way of life and a norm in the lives of the Filipino people. Bayanihan has also become a defining characteristic of the nation and is expressed through many different ways in many different cultures. It has provided the Filipinos with a cultural identity that is easily admired and has evolved through the years. Undeniably the Filipino culture of bayanihan has prevailed over the course of history, from the actions of the KKK up until the current pandemic situation in the country, bayanihan has created a Filipino identity that has defined Filipinos all around the world. (Ang, 1979)

Modern Example (Contextualized Examples in today’s world)
The bayanihan spirit, a Filipino quality described as working together for the same goal was on full show across the country in 2020, especially when it was most needed during this difficult year.


 * 1) Taal Volcano eruption
 * 2) * The Taal Volcano eruption was marked the first of several disasters that the country witnessed last 2020. This caused thousands of families to be displaced and lose their livelihood. However, this also sparked an outpouring of sympathy and relief from a variety of organizations, which launched fundraising drives, food programs for displaced families, psychological debriefing for traumatized victims, and volunteer activities for stranded animals.
 * 3) Tropical cyclones
 * 4) * When Typhoon Ulysses hit the Philippines back in November, parts of the nation were still recovering from Typhoon Rolly. Several Filipinos made frantic pleas for rescue and relief on social media during the height of Ulysses, as floodwaters surged as high as the second level of houses in portions of Marikina and Rizal. Due to the unexpected rush of rescue reports, Filipinos were eager to act despite their restricted mobility and sluggish disaster response. With the need for effective and quick aid, a group of concerned citizens joined together and decided to use what they had to help their fellow citizens in their time of need. Because of the threat of COVID-19, most individuals made use of social media to encourage donation campaigns.
 * 5) COVID-19
 * 6) * Several groups and organizations used social media to collect donations for vulnerable communities' needs and frontline workers' personal protective equipment at the start of the community quarantines (PPE).
 * 7) * After the suspension of public transportation made it impossible for health workers, hospital personnel, and employees to get to work, several people used internet platforms to spearhead free ride-sharing initiatives.
 * 8) * Probably the greatest example of modern-day bayanihan is the building of community pantries amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The community pantry is a program that allows locals to donate and receive items such as food, vegetables, fruits, and basic necessities. After the first community pantry became popular on social media, it sparked a chain reaction, motivating others to follow suit.