SocialProject.PH

I have an idea…a plan…to make things happen. Who will see the logic in  my unorthodox ideology? 

Earlier today, I caught up with Justin, co-founder of SocialProject.PH, and Zee, a speciality coffee buyer, over some merienda at Plaza Cafe in Makati. We started talking about all our hopes and dreams for our personal endeavors and the development of the country. In the midst of this exchange of ideas, creative juices, and positive vibes, I realized how lucky I am to be part of a community of like-minded individuals of the likes of Justin and Zee. Being around such dynamic and passionate people, who are pioneering different industries and bringing Filipinos to the international stage, day-in and day-out is making my departure all the more difficult. 

I’m a Filipino-American who is currently based in Manila. For the past three years, I’ve been back and forth between LA and Manila in pursuit of chasing my dreams. However, due to obligations back home, I have decided to return to the States for some time. 

I know that I will return to Manila in the future, but I will miss the daily conversations, brainstorming, and realization of honest change. I have so much faith in this community of passionate pioneers, and with my remaining days in the Philippines, I’d like to share their stories with you. 

In hopes of accomplishing this goal, I’ve come up with this simple writing project, which I’d like to call my Manila Project. This is the low-down:

I plan to feature a Filipino pioneer each week for the rest of my days here. There will be a total of 8 features.  

Basically, the individuals that I’ll feature are pioneers that I’ve crossed paths with and think you should know about it. 

While this isn’t the typical type of project that SocialProject.PH usually features, I hope that it will inspire others to believe in their ideas and to create their own projects. The possibilities out there are endless and there are platforms like SocialProject that can help you realize your ideas. 

With this said, I hope this is the start of something special. I’m thrilled to have you on board.

From Manila,
Matt