Asia’s Most Influential Changemakers Philippines
Meet the Philippines’ impactful advocates and public servants inspiring sustainable progress
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Miriam Coronel-Ferrer
Activist, peace advocate
This globally renowned activist pioneers gender inclusivity in the peacemaking process
Vico Sotto
Mayor, City of Pasig
His youthful leadership in public service and governance has drawn millions of admirers
Risa Hontiveros
Senator, Republic of the Philippines
The senator uses her voice to advocate bravely for women and minorities
Louise "Liza" Araneta Marcos
First lady, Republic of the Philippines
Before becoming the country’s first lady, she was a lawyer and law professor
Joy Belmonte
Mayor, City of Quezon
This public servant supports women, children, senior citizens and local businesses
Abigail “Abby” Binay
Mayor , City of Makati
The mayor brings her own brand of public service to upgrade Makati as smart and sustainable city
Honey Lacuna
Mayor, City of Manila
This former physician is the first woman to serve as the mayor of Manila
Lani Cayetano
Mayor, City of Taguig
This public official spearheads public initiatives for the people of Taguig
Jacques Christophe Branellec
CEO, Jewelmer
The jeweller is finding a balance between profitability and sustainability
Ferdinand Marcos Jr
President, Republic of the Philippines
The Philippines’ 17th president is taking steps to secure the country's future
Cynthia Aguilar Villar
Senator, Republic of the Philippines
This public official has paved her political path in the Philippine Senate
Mariana Zobel de Ayala
Executive Director, Ayala Corporation
She takes on a new role at Ayala Corporation as its executive director
Juan Miguel Zubiri
Senate president, Senate of the Philippines
This career public servant embodies consistency and prowess
Christina Garcia Frasco
Secretary of Tourism, Department of Tourism, Republic of the Philippines
The new DOT campaign highlights the Philippines’ culture, history and diversity
Maria Antonia “Toni” Yulo-Loyzaga
Secretary of environment and natural resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources
The Philippines’ environment secretary brings compassion to her work
Gilbert “Gibo” Teodoro
Secretary of national defense, Department of National Defense, Republic of the Philippines
Gibo Teodoro returns to his post as defence secretary
