Rappler's MovePH program has welcomed a new cohort of over 30 youth leaders, campus journalists, and advocates to its Movers Program, expanding its focus from community storytelling to active civic engagement. The program, which began in 2012, has conducted more than 30 roadshows across the Philippines, training volunteers in civic participation and community advocacy. The new orientation event, "Community in Action: An Orientation to the Movers Program," brought together participants from various regions to discuss how communities and journalists can collaborate to address social issues. Rappler executive editor Glenda Gloria highlighted the importance of community volunteers, recalling how online volunteers helped amplify the campaign for Mary Jane Veloso's freedom in the past. She emphasized that "journalists alone cannot do it. Communities and volunteers alone cannot do it. It takes a village not just to survive, but also to change the future." Pia Ranada, Rappler's head of community, stressed that "lived stories" are the superpower of communities, citing examples like their work on public transportation accessibility for persons with disabilities. The expanded Movers Program now allows volunteers to apply without needing a roadshow in their area, while also providing more opportunities for skill development and community-led initiatives. New Mover Shakira Mae Salas, an education student from Aklan, plans to launch "BundokAsyon," an initiative to improve education access in upland communities, addressing challenges like limited resources and multi-grade classrooms. MovePH continues to support local and national advocacy efforts, including election coverage, anti-corruption initiatives, and community projects that highlight local voices and drive social change.

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