Project LUMON

31/12/2025

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐋𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐊 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲

On December 27, 2025, at Barangay Union, Project Lumon was invited to speak on intercultural respect and solidarity among the Tri-People in celebration of the Youth Day of SK Union. The session emphasized understanding, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence among Indigenous Peoples, Muslims, and Christians as foundations of a harmonious community.

The engagement encouraged youth participants to embrace diversity as a strength and to take active roles in fostering dialogue, cooperation, and unity within their barangay. Through this meaningful celebration, Project Lumon reaffirmed its commitment to youth-led peacebuilding and intercultural collaboration at the grassroots level.

23/12/2025

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐋𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐊𝐊 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐫𝐠𝐲. 𝐎𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐜𝐨𝐧

On December 21, 2025, Kayce Davis, the Interim President of Project Lumon, was invited to introduce the project to the KK Assembly of Barangay Olaycon. The presentation emphasized Project Lumon’s commitment to creating safe and inclusive spaces where young people from diverse faith and cultural backgrounds can engage in meaningful dialogue and mutual understanding.

The discussion also underscored the importance of youth participation in promoting peace, respect, and social cohesion at the barangay level. Through partnerships with local leaders and youth councils, Project Lumon aims to strengthen interfaith cooperation and empower young leaders to take active roles in community-building initiatives.

15/12/2025

𝐌𝐌𝐘𝐎, 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐋𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐧, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐜

On December 13, 2025, the Monkayo Muslim Youth Organization (MMYO), through its flagship peacebuilding and inclusion initiative Project Lumon, actively participated in the Barangay Youth Day and Year-End Celebration organized by Sangguniang Kabataan of Naboc.

As part of the program, MMYO President and Project Lumon Founder Al Azam C. Manucang was invited as a guest speaker to discuss “Social Inclusion and Equity through Understanding Intercultural Respect and Solidarity towards the Tri-People of Monkayo.” His talk emphasized the value of mutual understanding, respect, and cooperation among the Lumad, Muslim, and Christian communities, collectively known as the Tri-People of Monkayo.

Manucang highlighted the crucial role of the youth in advancing inclusive dialogue and strengthening social cohesion within diverse communities. He stressed that intercultural respect and solidarity are essential foundations for sustainable peace and community development.

The activity was attended by 60 participants, composed of youth leaders, students, and community members from Barangay Naboc. Participants actively engaged in the discussion, reflecting on their responsibilities as young advocates of unity, inclusivity, and peace.

The participation of MMYO through Project Lumon reinforced the organization’s commitment to promoting social inclusion and equity at the grassroots level. The event concluded with a renewed call for the youth to become active partners in fostering intercultural understanding and harmonious coexistence within Monkayo.

22/11/2025

𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗪𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗭𝗔𝗠 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗡 𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗟𝗨𝗠𝗢𝗡💚

Wishing you strength, clarity, and confidence as you represent Project Lumon in the 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲: 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁 at Robinsons Galleria, Ortigas Center, Quezon City. May your voice echo the values of unity, peace, and empowerment, inspiring every young mind you reach.

21/10/2025

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐋𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐎𝐫: 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐤𝐚𝐲𝐨 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥

Project Lumon took a leading role in the Bangon DavOr: Monkayo Donation Drive Initiative, a united humanitarian campaign held last October 16, 2025, to extend assistance to the earthquake-affected communities in Tarragona, Davao Oriental.

The initiative was spearheaded by Project Lumon President Kayce Davis, 4H President Cyrus Bautista, in collaboration with MMYO President Al Azam Manucang and MonCAST Club and Organization Coordinator Mr. Rufel John R. Tutor, LPT. It gathered the collective efforts of various student organizations and youth groups, including the MONCAST SSG, MONCAST 4H Club, Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants – USC Chapter (USC-JPIA), Youth for Peace Movement Monkayo, Alliance of Student Hosts, Poblacion 4H Club, Guild of Language-Empowered Enthusiasts, MONCAST Junior Marketing Association, MonCAST Junior People Management Association of the Philippines, Junior Financial Executives – MonCAST, MAS-AMiCUS MonCAST Chapter, MONCAST Historical Society, Monkayo National High School 4H Club, SALINLAHI, Samahan ng mga Presidente ng MonCAST Logo, Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES), and SWC Casoon.

Driven by its commitment to service, compassion, and community solidarity, Project Lumon and its partners actively participated in donating, packing, and distributing relief goods to families affected by the disaster. Their collaborative efforts reflected a shared dedication to humanitarian service, interfaith unity, and youth leadership demonstrating how compassion transcends backgrounds and beliefs in times of crisis.

Project Lumon extends its heartfelt gratitude to all participating organizations, donors, and volunteers who selflessly contributed their time, resources, and effort to make this initiative possible. Your generosity and collective spirit of bayanihan truly embody the essence of unity and hope for communities in need.

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17/10/2025

On October 16, 2025, Project Lumon proudly joined under the Bangon DavOr Campaign, a meaningful initiative led by MonCAST students Mr. Cyrus Bautista and Ms. Kayce Davis, aiming to extend help to communities affected by the recent earthquake in Davao.

In collaboration with various youth organizations, Project Lumon reached Tarragona to distribute relief goods and essential supplies made possible through the generous contributions of donors.

This compassionate effort highlights the heart of Project Lumon’s mission — to illuminate lives through service, unity, and empathy — proving that together, we can rise, rebuild, and bring light to those in need.

12/10/2025

𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐎𝐍 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐎𝐫! 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
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In the wake of the recent earthquake in Manay, Davao Oriental, many families are left without shelter and access to their daily necessities. To bring hope and relief, we are launching Project LUMON: Bangon DavOr, a donation drive dedicated to providing urgent assistance to the affected communities.
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Let’s unite and extend our compassion by donating essential goods that can help them recover and rebuild.

🛒 Needed Items:
• Canned foods
• Tents and/or trapal
• Drinking water
• Hygiene kits

📦 For in-kind donations:
Kindly send your donations or contact our official page for coordination.

💰 For cash donations scan or send through QR Code:
GCash: Trisha Kate Santos
BPI: Bangon BPI

Your help—no matter how small—can make a big difference in restoring hope to those affected. Together, let’s lift Manay back on its feet. 💚

29/09/2025

Congratulations, Kayce, for being recognized as one of the DYLC Top 25 Applicants! This achievement reflects not only your dedication and potential but also the mission of Project Lumon to empower young leaders through dialogue, inclusivity, and community engagement. May this milestone serve as a stepping stone toward creating meaningful impact for peace and development.❤️🥳

19/09/2025

𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗔𝗗𝗝𝗔𝗢 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗙𝗜𝗧 𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗗 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗜𝗞𝗧𝗢𝗞❗️

The so-called “Badjao Outfit Trend” on TikTok is not just a harmless fad — it is an act of cultural mockery that disrespects one of the most marginalized indigenous groups in the Philippines. Turning the struggles and way of life of the Badjao into costumes for entertainment reduces their identity to a stereotype and deepens the discrimination they already face. Indigenous clothing and traditions carry deep cultural meaning, and treating them as props for social media trends erases that significance.

We must put an end to this trend and instead use platforms like TikTok to promote respect, inclusion, and awareness of indigenous communities. Mockery should never be normalized, especially when directed at groups who already experience hardship and prejudice. Let us choose content that uplifts rather than ridicules, and ensure that social media becomes a space of cultural appreciation and solidarity — not exploitation.

09/08/2025

𝑵𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑨𝑳 𝑰𝑵𝑫𝑰𝑮𝑬𝑵𝑶𝑼𝑺 𝑷𝑬𝑶𝑷𝑳𝑬𝑺 𝑫𝑨𝒀

We, the Project Lumon, stand in solidarity to honor the enduring culture, traditions, and resilience of our indigenous communities — the living heartbeat of our nation’s heritage.

May we continue to empower our indigenous brothers and sisters by protecting their ancestral lands, preserving their cultural heritage, and amplifying their voices. Let our commitment go beyond celebration — towards action, unity, and the pursuit of justice for generations to come

—
Hilary Bryce B. Mapando, Project Lumon Committee

Photography by Cathy Angeles

28/06/2025

𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭, 𝐑𝐞𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 — 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐋𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐧

Three days of meaningful conversations, heartfelt connections, and powerful experiences — all woven together in one unforgettable journey toward unity.

From deep interfaith dialogues and immersive community visits to the crafting of a shared vision for peace, Project Lumon was more than just an event — it was a movement led by young hearts determined to light the path of understanding and harmony.

To those who walked this journey with us, may this recap remind you of the warmth, the wisdom, and the friendships that blossomed. And to those who are seeing this for the first time — this is your invitation. Your voice matters. Your presence is needed.

Join us in the next wave of peacebuilders. Be part of Project Lumon.

🎥 This video was beautifully crafted by Monkayo Multimedia Creatives, capturing not just moments but the spirit and story of our shared mission.

Project Lumon is part of the Fellowship and Quick-impact Grants under , supported by the Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund and by Brot für die Welt.

26/06/2025

Al Azam C. Manucang, President of the Monkayo Muslim Youth Organization (MMYO) and Head of Project Lumon, expressed his sincere gratitude for the meaningful journey of the initiative. He emphasized that despite the diversity of beliefs and perspectives among participants, Project Lumon successfully fostered unity through interfaith dialogue and mutual understanding.

He noted that the project served as a vital platform for respectful exchange and collaboration, empowering communities to embrace their differences while working collectively toward peace and inclusion. Mr. Manucang underscored the importance of continuing such efforts to strengthen interfaith relations and social cohesion.

In his closing remarks, he extended his appreciation to all partner organizations, community leaders, and participants whose unwavering support made the initiative a success. He affirmed that the achievements of Project Lumon stand as a testament to the power of open dialogue, empathy, and shared commitment to lasting harmony.

📢 Project Lumon is part of the Fellowship and Quick-impact Grants, under supported by the Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund, and supported by Brot für die Welt.

Made possible through the commitment of IDEALS, Inc.., Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund, Brot für die Welt, and a network of local partners, Project Lumon is a testament to what can be achieved when we listen with empathy and lead with purpose.

Together, let’s amplify the voices of peace, celebrate diversity, and build a future grounded in dialogue and understanding. ✨🕊️🤝