With GDP growth rates hovering around 6.9%-7%, the Philippines is one of the top performers in Asia. Strong civil society sector and the presence of many international social investors are catalysts for the country to achieve sustainable development.
Landscape Report
Social Investment Landscape in The Philippines
The Philippines has one of the most vibrant social investment markets in Southeast Asia with many social enterprises operating at scale. Local foundations and capacity builders play an active role in building the pipeline. Download the report to access the Philippines' social investment landscape.
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Susan Bautista-Afan
Managing DirectorABS-CBN Foundation
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Rico Gonzalez
Managing DirectorBrixton xchange Inc.,
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Ruel Maranan
PresidentAyala Foundation, Inc.
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Esther O. Santos
PresidentPLDT-Smart Foundation, Inc.
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Gisela Tiongson
Executive DirectorJollibee Group Foundation
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Lead Staff - Disaster Risk Reduction and Response APACHabitat for Humanity International
(Credit: UNICEF) SUMMARY To prevent national budgets from draining unexpectedly due to natural disasters, the Philippines is boosting the resilience of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The Philippines Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) is partnering with the National MSME Resilience Core Group to support disaster-resilient social enterprises and MSMEs through strategic capacity-building, risk […]
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As part of ADB’s analytical and advisory partnership with the Philippines, this study informs the next phase of PPP reforms in the country supported through ADB’s technical assistance on strengthening PPPs in the Philippines (second phase) and the Expanding Private Participation in Infrastructure Program.
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